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Make the best burgers better!

Make the best burgers better!

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:22 May 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

Bun, beef patty, burger. Basic, but still brilliant. And you’ll love them even more when you add mushrooms – just halve the meat and mix in the same amount of…

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Tandoori Chicken Salad with Minted Ranch Dressing

Tandoori Chicken Salad with Minted Ranch Dressing

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:20 May 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Press Release/Proudly SA wines/Recipes

Recipe by Ilse van der Merwe of www.thefoodfox @The_FoodFox A wine for all occasions, Roodeberg Classic Rosé is vibrant with bright bursts of strawberry, blueberry and raspberry and an enchanting…

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Burger Fans!

Burger Fans!

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:16 May 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

Burgers have always been and will always be a firm favourite. And we've put together some awesome recipes to help you celebrate the yummiest of yummy "any time meal". Our added…

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Mushroom & Mince Bobotie

Mushroom & Mince Bobotie

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:3 May 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

Bobotie is my husband's favorite dish, since childhood. I have to make it for him at least twice a month, and if he had his way, he would have it…

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Curried Mushroom & Courgette Kebabs with Spiced Mango Dipping Sauce

Curried Mushroom & Courgette Kebabs with Spiced Mango Dipping Sauce

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:2 May 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

What is your favorite flavours in winter? For me, it has to be some spicy curry with all the aromatic aromas that accompanies it. This curried mushroom and courgette kebabs…

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Mushroom Risotto Cake

Mushroom Risotto Cake

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:1 May 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

If there is one dish that I can describe as my ultimate spoil, it has to be risotto. Do you know where the name comes from? Riso meaning "rice" is a…

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Clever ways to cut your grocery bills

Clever ways to cut your grocery bills

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:17 April 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

The energy crisis isn’t the only thing dominating the thoughts of average South Africans – they are also worried about inflation and the ever-increasing cost of food. The Bureau for…

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The Seven Colours South African plate … courtesy of rising star Chef Ukhonaye Mconi

The Seven Colours South African plate … courtesy of rising star Chef Ukhonaye Mconi

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:14 April 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

If you're looking for inspiration in the kitchen, look no further than Chef Ukhonaye Mconi, a dynamic rising star on the South African culinary scene. As both a lecturer at…

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Roasted Mushrooms & Asparagus with Soft Boiled Eggs and Herb Vinaigrette

Roasted Mushrooms & Asparagus with Soft Boiled Eggs and Herb Vinaigrette

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:13 April 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

Serves 4 Ingredients: Herb vinaigrette: 45ml red wine vinegar 30ml fresh lemon juice 45ml olive oil 4 Tbsp fresh soft herbs, chopped (basil, coriander & Italian parsley work well) 1…

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Roodeberg fits like a glove with autumn comfort food

Roodeberg fits like a glove with autumn comfort food

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:12 April 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

One of my favourite seasons has got to be Autumn. I love the colors all around us, and nothing is more satisfying than comfort food. One of my all time…

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Hi! I’m Cisca, mother to Hudson and Levi and wife to Daniel. I am a lecturer by day and content creator / influencer at night. I have always loved Beauty and Fashion and my blog gives me the opportunity to be creative. This blog is also about finding yourself and feeling comfortable in your own skin. Motherhood can be a daunting experience and I’m here to share my ups and downs and at the same time review Get ready and enjoy this journey with me.

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