RUBARB COMPOTE
WITH NUT BISCOTTI

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Although rhubarb is treated as a fruit, botanically speaking it is a vegetable. Most often stewed or made into homely crumbles and pies. Its tart flavour is complemented by ginger and orange, and marries well with custardy desserts and rice puddings.

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!