7000 Islands (Hardie Grant, R544): This exquisite cookbook is dedicated to the cuisine of the Philippines, documenting the many international influences on its culinary heritage. Divided into sections, such…
The Hairy Bikers’ Asian Adventure (Weidenfeld & Nicolson, R439): The Hairy Bikers are back on tour, this time meandering through culinary Asia: Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan and South Korea.…
Toro Bravo (McSweeney’s, R476): This is the unique story of chef patron John Graham and the building of his great Spanish restaurant, Toro Bravo, which has garnered a cult-like…
Whether its pots and pans, counters or cutlery, here are five reasons why when it comes to your kitchen, you should make sure it’s stainless! 1. Stainless Steel is…
Clover Salmon and Dill Muffins The recipe for these tasty tea time treats was created by the culinary pros behind the Clover Little Big Cook Off – a new…
When in comes to Chardonnay in South Africa there is such a selection of bottled finesse to choose from that we need to be grateful to our winemakers who…
The true home of the Chenin Blanc grape is the Loire Valley in France and over the centuries, it has found its way to the New World where it…
Have you ever heard of the Rhône Valley in France? A swift Google search will quickly reveal it to be one of those, “Wish you were here” kind of…
From Roast – the famous Borough Market restaurant – this substantial cookbook, done by head chef Marcus Verbene, contains the best of British cooking with recipes like slow-roasted pork…
Tess Mallos presents a cultural kaleidoscope with recipes from Greece to Iraq and Yemen to Afghanistan. Choose your favourite lamb dish from an assortment of styles and flavours, or…
Kiss your diet goodbye! British chef and TV personality Lorraine Pascale brings you a cookbook filled with 100 baking recipes, from muffins to tarts and bread, this will make…
From the moment you run your fingertips over the soft fabric cover, you know this is going to be a sumptuous read. Divided into Salt, Bitter, Sour, Spice and…
Dedicated to everyone who dreams of leaving their 9 to 5, this book is a burst of colour. Learn how to make marvellous meringues in a variety of flavours…
Wines with a difference. On the Animal Farm, not all animals are equal. The same is true for wine. The complexities within wine-making go far and wide; some wines are…
1. Olive oil “Olive oil is a good-quality oil to cook with and must be used with good quality ingredients”, says Keith Frisley. He uses olive oil for unusual…