This potato mousseline turns a humble side into something extraordinary — a light, buttery purée that’s as smooth as silk. Made with just potatoes, milk, and butter, it’s the refined cousin of mashed potatoes: soft, glossy, and perfectly seasoned for pairing with rich stews or roasted meats.

This Italian-style beef stew pairs tender, slow-braised beef with earthy vegetables, red wine, and aromatic herbs. Served with a light, velvety potato mousseline, it’s a deeply comforting dish that brings warmth and richness to autumn evenings.

The Dom Pedro is a South African dessert cocktail made with vanilla ice cream and liqueur. Originating in Johannesburg in the 1970s, this rich and creamy drink can be made with Amarula for a fruity caramel flavour or with Kahlúa for a smooth coffee twist. A quick, indulgent way to end a meal.

A restaurant-style pasta dish you can make at home: fresh tagliatelle coated with a rich prawn bisque, topped with zucchini, tomato concassé, and juicy prawns. Elegant, comforting, and packed with flavour.

A fresh and elegant starter made with smoked mackerel and trout blended into a creamy pâté with capers, dill, and lemon. Served with marinated fennel salad and crisp focaccia, this smoked fish recipe is light, flavourful, and perfect to begin a dinner party menu.

A creative amuse-bouche of roasted mushrooms filled with a creamy chorizo filling. This savoury mushroom macaron is a surprising bite-sized starter that combines earthy flavours with smoky spice. Perfect to impress guests at a dinner party.

A fragrant Thai green curry made with coconut milk, zucchini, eggplant, and red pepper, topped with spiced Cape Malay chicken thighs. This creamy curry recipe blends Thai flavours with warm aromatic spices for a unique and delicious dinner.