Love, Lekker Food & Laughter: Our South African Wedding Feast

Hi there—it’s been a while (okay, a long while). Life got wonderfully chaotic, and I pressed pause to soak it all in. Since my last post, I became a first-time mom. Now I’m the beautifully exhausted mama of a snack-loving, belly-laughing toddler who keeps us on our toes—and out of snacks. Between toddler wrangling, theContinue reading "Love, Lekker Food & Laughter: Our South African Wedding Feast"

Hot Chocolate Sauce

Nothing warms up a Toronto winter evening quite like hot chocolate, but for me, it also comes with a dash of South African café nostalgia. I first learned to make this decadent chocolate sauce back in my barista days in South Africa. We used it in hot chocolates and mochas, and to this day it’sContinue reading "Hot Chocolate Sauce"

Carrot Slaw

Recently made this recipe, wanted to make a coleslaw to add to some delicious fish tacos, but ran out of cabbage so just decided to make a slaw without the cabbage and mayonnaise and then jazz it up with freshness. Straightforward, easy, refreshing, and tasty. Try it! INGREDIENTS • 3 large carrots• Cilantro (a handfulContinue reading "Carrot Slaw"

Vegetable bake “warm salad”

This one comes straight from my mom’s kitchen in Cape Town. It’s her recipe, a fun, easy way to jazz up veggies and turn them into something comforting. Whenever I visit South Africa, she always makes it for me, and honestly? I can eat a whole plate on my own. It’s simple but magical, justContinue reading "Vegetable bake “warm salad”"

Crispy Oven-Baked Bacon

Crispy bacon was never really my thing, but ever since I moved to Toronto. I’ve accepted and now appreciate the crispy side of the bacon life (and by the way maple flavoured bacon, is life!). Instead of frying it up in the pan or skillet, let's crisp it up in the oven. Still the sameContinue reading "Crispy Oven-Baked Bacon"

Cheese, Spinach & Mushroom Omelet

I’ve made this recipe from time to time, not quite the traditional omelet, but this is surely a filling and delicious one. You can make it an omelet or scrambled egg version*; it all depends on what you fancy for breakfast or brunch.  It can be served with some crispy bacon or your choice ofContinue reading "Cheese, Spinach & Mushroom Omelet"

Yogurt Marinated Chicken Thighs

Some weeknights just call for something easy, delicious, and a little bit feel-good. These yogurt-marinated chicken thighs are exactly that, it's tender, juicy, and quietly healthy, with warm spices and a lemony lift. Serve them with a simple salad, roasted veg, or tucked into a warm pita with a sa7ce driizled over it, now that'sContinue reading "Yogurt Marinated Chicken Thighs"

Prawn (Shrimp) Tacos

Tacos is a fan favourite in the house and it’s so versatile and when it comes to all things seafood, prawns (shrimp) are always a good option. It’s so easy to make and yet so tasty. For this recipe, we used red cabbage for some crunch, topped off with a cream sauce, topped off withContinue reading "Prawn (Shrimp) Tacos"

Bacon, Cheese & Mushroom Egg Muffins

Its breakfast time! Breakfast muffins with a twist. Years ago, I discovered I’m very sensitive to gluten and wheat products and decided to adjust my eating ways. Breakfast was always a tricky one for me, I wanted something nutritious yet tasty and obviously without gluten or wheat products in it. This egg muffin recipe isContinue reading "Bacon, Cheese & Mushroom Egg Muffins"

Scrumptious Tostadas

When it comes to Mexican cuisine Tostadas is definitely a winner in this household and its gluten free. This recipe very easy, super yummy and fun to make. Warning it’s quite messy, but it’s a delicious mess. You will absolutely lick your fingers off and after a couple you would want more. So go aheadContinue reading "Scrumptious Tostadas"