1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with baking paper. 2. Fry the bacon until golden and crisp, drain on kitchen paper and cool. 3. Cut the pastry into 4 or 6 squares. 4. Combine the ...

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C and grease a 12-hole muffin pan. Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth, then add the wet ingredients and mix to incorporate. 2. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a ...

1. Cut the corn kernels from the cob. Mix the dry ingredients, then add the eggs and milk and mix until smooth using a whisk. 2. Add cheese, corn and seasoning and mix to combine. Cook spoonfuls of ...

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1. Mix the oats, chia seeds, honey, milk and salt in a mixing bowl. Divide between 4 serving glasses or portable containers. Chill overnight to set. 2. To make the cinnamon apples, place the apples, ...

This Asian crunch salad is perfect for a quick work lunch, says food stylist Masego Mbonyana. Toss rainbow slaw and chicken frikkadels in a creamy Asian-inspired dressing, and you’re good to go! Bonus ...

When the nights are long and warm, and you want a light but filling protein boost, grilled fish and prawns really come into ...

Two Italian cakes, two very different experiences: panettone with its candied fruit, and pandoro with its buttery simplicity.

From firepit risotto to carbonara, panettone and wine pairings, TASTE’s second Grana Padano cooking event brought food lovers together for a generous, hands-on feast in the heart of Hout Bay.

We all love a margarita, whether served on the rocks, spiced or extra salty, and this one is bound to be a crowd pleaser. The smoky notes of the mezcal blend beautifully with the hot honey and the ...

1. Heat the oil in a nonstick pan or wok. Fry the curry paste for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and the oil starts to separate. Add the ginger and garlic and cook for 1 minute. 2. Pour in the coconut ...

1. Whisk together the cocoa and espresso until well combined and smooth. Melt the chocolate in the microwave at 30-second intervals to ensure it doesn’t burn. 2. Add the condensed milk and melted ...