By Request! See… FIRE WATER - SOUTH AFRICAN BRANDY

Michael Fridjhon, one of South Africa’s leading winewriters says, "The true pleasure of the brandy distiller’s art takes a lifetime to reveal. It is not a voyage frivolously undertaken, but the world it opens up is deeply hospitable and every staging post is a microcosm of the route."

‘Fire Water’ is a fascinating account by Wendy Toerien of how brandy is created, weaving a compelling tale and one that involves the reader from start to finish - absorbing and thrilling! 

HEALTH! NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OLIVE OIL

With Linda Costa and Sandra van Schaik

Extra virgin olive oil can be classified as either delicate, medium fruity or intensely fruity. These are best used with dishes of similar intensity for maximal synergy. 

IN THE NEWS! IN THE NEW! IN THE NEWS! 

In the news; a rejuvenating Cape Winelands escape at Majeka House, Oak Valley Estate under the helm of dynamic Anthony Rawbone-Viljoen, the return of Floris Smith, spotlight on Joseph Barry Cape Pot Still and a Feast of Tastes at SideDish. 

SEE! IN THE NEWS!

Salt Restaurant and Bar Wine & Gourmet Evenings, Morgenster’s latest accolade, lovely Catharina’s extends its Winter Warmers’, and don’t miss Michael Olivier on show at Sophia Lindop. Also IN THE NEWS! Simon Barlow of Rustenberg joins with signal restaurant for a gourmet wine evening at Cape Grace. Delicious Dish and Cloof wines prove it can at The Spoon Room 13th August! Journey through the flavours of South Africa with Bon Appetit’s Culinary Tour. 

VEGETARIAN ADVENTURE

STRAWBERRY CROSTATA

With Viviane Bauquet Farre 

The strawberry is probably today’s most beloved fruit - and no wonder! Its Latin name frugaria means ‘fragrance’. They are certainly extremely fragrant and delicious to the point of addiction.

VEGETARIAN ADVENTURE

With Viviane Bauquet Farre

Creative New York chef and food writer Viviane Bauquet Farre, a lifelong vegetarian, joins SHOWCOOK with delicious dishes using fruit, vegetables, salad leaves, grains and pulses. Viviane, who masterminds brilliant cookery classes in New York, adds stylish and elegant touches to her recipes making each dish a culinary adventure!

FRITTATA WITH FRESH TOMATO & BASIL SAUCE

Learn to Cook with Showcook!

Spanish excel in making a wide variety of this convenient and substantial dish, which is light on the budget yet such a success for a brunch or Sunday night meal. 

HONEYMOONS

AUTUMN IDYLL AT THE PALACE

Serene, joyous, supremely carefree days. Spend them together beside the sea, waterski on azure waters, canter along the beach, take wonderful walks deep in the forest, sip a glass of red wine warmed by the fire. Honeymoon forever.  

FEAST OF FLAVOURS - From the French Kitchen

A Step-by-Step Culinary Adventure with Elsa Van der Nest

Enjoy the second of a step-by-step two part series from Elsa’s FEAST OF FLAVOURS. We have chosen Pumpkin Soup, rich and comforting, a typical French Salad with bacon and crisp croutons, a wonderful Stuffed Squid with a tangy tomato sauce, Veal Chops reminiscent of Normandy with scented apples and a stunning Chocolate Cake that will become one of your signature dishes.

FRESH TOMATO, CAPER AND LEMON LINE FISH

Learn to Cook with Showcook

This light fish dish is the perfect stand by for summer days.