Chakalaka
If you have ever been to South Africa and toured or lived in the townships you probably have heard of chakalaka. A firm favorite that you can find on a Sunday braai and again in the morning with breakfast magwinya and later on a sandwich …
ALL RECIPES
Tripe (mogudu) recipe
Mogudu is super comfy comfort food, perfect for those chilly winters. The rich fat makes for delicious, warming goodness, though you might have to reheat it in between eating. This is a perfect dish for those rainy days. When it’s cold and gloomy with soft …
Custard and orange pancakes
Let me guess, you have a bottle of amasi/buttermilk and some custard in your fridge coz it’s scones season. But to be honest, every season is scone season though in winter they hit differently coz iweather iyavuma (the weather agrees) and who are we to …
Creamy samp
Want a meal that is delicious, filling, and comforting? This amazing creamy samp recipe is exactly what you need. Samp is a popular Southern African dish made from roughly crushed corn kernels. Back then this was done manually with a large pestle and mortar, which …
Chicken Stew
A delicious chicken stew that not only fills your home with the most aromas but tastes as good as it looks. Try and enjoy this heartwarming and comforting stew. What goes into this chicken stew recipe Chicken; You can use bone-in, skin-on thighs, and drumsticks …
Custard and biscuit dessert
Looking for a quick and super easy to put together and yet insanely delicious dessert? Well, you are at the right place, your search is finally over. Just throw in a couple of basics, sit back and enjoy this delectable custard and biscuit dessert. A …
Loaded potato salad
Potato salad is like one of the oldest salads ever, a true classic. Growing up it was always between potato salad and coleslaw for special occasions and boy was it so good. This loaded potato salad here is even better. It’s amazingly loaded with crispy …
Baked rice and chicken
This baked rice and chicken is amazing, and it’s not just because there are fewer dishes to wash that’s just a mere advantage. It’s the deliciousness that will have you making this over and over again. Think perfectly cooked rice, cooked in chicken juices and …
Easy fried cabbage
They are so many names used to refer to cabbage from John 14 to pork’s head, all with the intention to soften the blow and show the contempt. It’s very common as a January relish and in some southern African countries, it’s very popular at …
Mothers day gifts ideas for your African momma (gifts that keep on giving)
Our mothers huh, the everyday unsung heroes of our society, imbokodo zethu. They are all so different professionally, from street vendors to lawyers and doctors, and cleaners. Each with their unique personalities and way of parenting and disciplining, from a time out to a quick …
Peppermint crisp tart
So let me just put it out there, the peppermint crisp tart is hands down the perfect dessert. Mint chocolate, mint chocolate biscuits, caramel treat, and cream makes for this divine melt-in-your-mouth fridge tart. The first time I had this was a few years back …