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JAN-Traditional Feast Roast Chicken

Traditional Easter Feast

Over the Easter period, some of us opt for leg of lamb while others go for hot cross buns and pickled fish. Why not roast chicken for a change?

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JAN-Hot Cross Bun Mosbolletjie

Mosbolletjie Hot Cross Buns

Mosbolletjies are a staple at every JAN destination. From the Cape and Kalahari to Nice in …

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JAN - Tomato Salad-8280

Heirloom Tomato Salad with Tomato Chutney

So simple, yet so luxurious. The sight of a generous platter of heirloom tomatoes puts us …

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JAN-Steamed Mussels

White Wine Steamed Mussels with Beurre Blanc Sauce

Moules marinière is one of the most popular dishes in France. For this recipe, however, I …

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Milk Tart with Rice Pudding Shell

I probably used to be more of a milk tart purist, but how can I be? …

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JAN Forage & Feast Gnocci JPG

Potato Gnocchi and Caponata with Lamb Stew

One question I get asked more times than I can remember is, “What do you eat …

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Chicken Liver Pâté and French Baguette

The whole point of a picnic is to be casual about it, unfussy – a literal …

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JAN-Ostrich

Spiced Ostrich Steak Salad with Brandy Glaze

Ostrich is by no means a recent addition to the South African palate. We cultivated a …

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Beetroot and Prickly Pear Grain Salad

There’s a great sense of achievement in mastering the classics and getting your head around a …

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Vanilla Glazed Grape and Custard Tart

It’s not often comfort and looks come together so beautifully. I feel like I’ve been chasing …

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Pampoenkoekie Brownies

It’s the thing about brownies. They’re so willing to play dress-up that, even though they originated …

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Gammon and Kookkos

Every year, as the festive season draws nearer, I do what most chefs do. I start …

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JAN-Hot Cross Bun Mosbolletjie

Mosbolletjie Hot Cross Buns

Mosbolletjies are a staple at every JAN destination. From the Cape and Kalahari to Nice in …

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JAN - Plant-based milk tart-8535

Milk Tart with Rice Pudding Shell

I probably used to be more of a milk tart purist, but how can I be? …

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JAN - Baguette and foie gras-1

Chicken Liver Pâté and French Baguette

The whole point of a picnic is to be casual about it, unfussy – a literal …

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JAN - Grape Tart-

Vanilla Glazed Grape and Custard Tart

It’s not often comfort and looks come together so beautifully. I feel like I’ve been chasing …

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JAN - Pumpkin Spice Brownies-4124

Pampoenkoekie Brownies

It’s the thing about brownies. They’re so willing to play dress-up that, even though they originated …

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Biltong Croissants

I don’t remember ever having a biltong croissant, do you? Why aren’t they more popular? I …

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JAN-Carrot-Cake-Flapjacks

Carrot Cake Flapjacks

There are some household brands that have been a part of the South African pantry for …

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JAN - Gluten-free Chocolate Cake-2079

Rich Chocolate Torte with Peach Preserve

It’s always a good idea to have a rich, chocolatey trick up your sleeve.

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JAN - Pastorie Chicken Pies-0382

Pastorie Chicken Pies

The best thing about one-pot-wonders, like Pastorie Chicken, is the leftovers. When pulled off the bone …

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Macadamia baklava cheesecake

Macadamia Baklava Cheesecake

It’s amazing how many uses you can get out of one ingredient. Often, I’d get the …

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JAN - Mosbolletjie roosterkoek-6681

Mosbolletjie Roosterkoek

The mosbolletjie has found its way into so many of my menus over the years, I …

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Biltong and pear tartlet

Biltong and Pear Tartlet

This one’s going into my personal recipe journal of crowdpleasers.

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JAN - Plant-based milk tart-8535

Milk Tart with Rice Pudding Shell

I probably used to be more of a milk tart purist, but how can …

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JAN - Grape Tart-

Vanilla Glazed Grape and Custard Tart

It’s not often comfort and looks come together so beautifully. I feel like I’ve …

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JAN - Pumpkin Spice Brownies-4124

Pampoenkoekie Brownies

It’s the thing about brownies. They’re so willing to play dress-up that, even though …

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JAN-Carrot-Cake-Flapjacks

Carrot Cake Flapjacks

There are some household brands that have been a part of the South African …

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JAN - Gluten-free Chocolate Cake-2079

Rich Chocolate Torte with Peach Preserve

It’s always a good idea to have a rich, chocolatey trick up your sleeve.

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JAN - Mosbolletjie roosterkoek-6681

Mosbolletjie Roosterkoek

The mosbolletjie has found its way into so many of my menus over the …

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Maple Crème Brûlée Cake

Maple crème brûlée cake

There’s always a reason to celebrate, especially the season. In summer, I can’t get …

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JAN - Rice pancakes-2893

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Italian Meringue

It occurred to me recently that – considering that rice is a staple on …

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Hot Cocoa Chanel

Hot Cocoa Chanel

If, like me, you’ve had a lifelong love affair with Paris, you’ll have strolled …

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Malva Bundt Cakes

Malva Bundt Cakes with Whipped Cream

It’s not a malva pudding unless it oozes syrup, am I right? The thing …

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Almond cake with poached muscadel pears

Almond Cake with Muscadel Poached Pears

Although an almond cake is traditionally flourless, I’m often in the mood for a …

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Peppermint crisp eclairs

Peppermint Crisp Caramel Éclairs

When meeting up with fellow South African expats overseas, the conversation inevitably steers in …

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JAN Forage & Feast Gnocci JPG

Potato Gnocchi and Caponata with Lamb Stew

One question I get asked more times than I can remember is, “What do you eat …

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The French Gatsby

Footlong Steak Sandwich with Red Wine Sauce and Frites

For those who are not overfamiliar with the delights of the Cape, a Gatsby is a sub-like sandwich that …

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Leg of lamb

Slow Cooked Leg of Lamb, Basmati Rice and Radicchio Salad

Leg of lamb is a bit like a braaibroodjie. No, hear me out… To born and …

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Roasted Marrow Bones, Oxtail and Ale Broth With Long Grain White Rice

There’s a touch of sophistication to marrow bones that I’ve always relished for the fact that …

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Charcuterie platter

Mediterranean Charcuterie Board

Whether you’re having a picnic, party or date night, a platter is always a great idea. …

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JAN-Spekko Stuffed Apples2

Biltong Crusted Lamb with Rice Filled Apples

The aromas I enjoyed while trying this out took me right back to my childhood and the joys of spending Christmas with my loved ones.

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JAN-Lamb Pie

FESTIVE LAMB PIES

When you allow yourself to journey to the Kalahari, you get intimately acquainted with the Karoo. …

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JAN - SPEKKO Bobotie Balls-2697

FRIED BOBOTIE BALLS WITH CORIANDER MINT YOGHURT SAUCE

As we start to think of our festive feasts – and gathering again – we’ll definitely …

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VETKOEK AND CURRY MINCE

One of my fondest memories of growing up was when, on those odd occasions when I …

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BACON & MUSHROOM VOL-AU-VENT

I love my South African heritage, so I sometimes feel that I don’t share my favourite …

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OUMA ONDER DIE KOMBERS

I get a lot of inspiration from colour. There’s something about the combination of green and …

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CHILLED PEA AND HAM SOUP WITH GOATS CHEESE MOUSSE

While it would be optimistic to say we’re heading into summer in South Africa, things are …

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JAN-Traditional Feast Roast Chicken

Traditional Easter Feast

Over the Easter period, some of us opt for leg of lamb while others go for hot cross buns and pickled fish. Why not roast chicken for a change?

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JAN-Ostrich

Spiced Ostrich Steak Salad with Brandy Glaze

Ostrich is by no means a recent addition to the South African palate. We cultivated a …

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JAN - Pastorie Chicken Pies-0382

Pastorie Chicken Pies

The best thing about one-pot-wonders, like Pastorie Chicken, is the leftovers. When pulled off the bone …

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Pastorie Chicken

If you’ve never had Pastorie Chicken, my sympathies. It’s not clear when this chutney delight first …

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JAN - Chicken and artichoke consommé-9832

Rooibos and Chamomile Roast Chicken with Artichoke Consommé

The day I mastered the consommé, I felt like a chef. To make a stock might …

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Moroccan chicken with spicy rice

Moroccan Chicken with Spicy Rice

It’s one of those wonderful things about food, the ability to experience another culture through flavour …

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RICE 1-min

Chicken and Rice Bites with Prawns and Bok Choy

Whenever I want to make a fresh start, I go for freshness in my meals and these chicken and rice bites are a favourite.

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JAN - Chicken Pie

Festive Chicken and Potato Pie

As I start to think ahead to upcoming Christmas celebrations and all of the favourite festive …

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JAN - Bacon wrapped chicken-174

DEBONED CHICKEN IN A BACON WEAVE

Roast chicken is as classic as they come; a Sunday lunch staple. But every Sunday? Well, …

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Portuguese Rice and Duck

Something about this traditional Portuguese dish reminds me of South Africa’s Spice Route era,

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Chicken Brioche Pies

You know when you try something new in the kitchen, not sure how it’s going to …

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APPLE-STUFFED CHICKEN

The tartly sweet twist that the chicken breast has been waiting for, with a Mustard Beurre Blanc sauce.

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JAN-Steamed Mussels

White Wine Steamed Mussels with Beurre Blanc Sauce

Moules marinière is one of the most popular dishes in France. For this recipe, …

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Grilled Kingklip with green tea

GRILLED KINGKLIP WITH LEMON GREEN TEA BROTH

I wouldn’t call myself a tea snob, but ever since moving to Nice, I’ve …

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Quick and Easy Bouillabaisse

Pronounced boo-ya-bess, it’s arguably the most famous fish stew to come out of France …

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Brown Rice Cigars

For any movie marathon – whether planning a movie night or working your way …

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Sushi rice balls

Jasmine Rice and Salmon Balls

You know when you get a craving for something you have no idea how …

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Himalayan Pink Salt seared scallops

Himalayan Pink Salt Seared Scallops

The kitchen is a creative space. I know immediately when I walk into someone’s …

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JAN-Oysters four ways

Oysters Four Ways

Being back in South Africa for a while has got me in the mood for one of those light, late-summer seafood dishes…

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Vetkoek stokkies

Vetkoek Stokkies with a Trout Pâté

We recently started making “grasbrood” at Klein JAN; long, thin bread sticks hidden in …

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RICE 1-min

Chicken and Rice Bites with Prawns and Bok Choy

Whenever I want to make a fresh start, I go for freshness in my meals and these chicken and rice bites are a favourite.

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JAN Spekko Mussels-12

MUSSELS AU GRATIN

As the weather in South Africa takes a summery turn, we’re starting to imagine …

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RICE LACE WITH SMOKED HADDOCK AND TÊTE DE MOINE

This is one of those extra special starters reserved for special occasions. In my …

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JAN - Beer battered fish-16-2

Beer battered fish

What can I say, I’m a sucker for fish and chips, especially at those …

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JAN - Tomato Salad-8280

Heirloom Tomato Salad with Tomato Chutney

So simple, yet so luxurious. The sight of a generous platter of heirloom tomatoes puts us …

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JAN - Beetroot and prickly pear salad-8387

Beetroot and Prickly Pear Grain Salad

There’s a great sense of achievement in mastering the classics and getting your head around a …

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JAN - Picnic Salad-1413

Pickled Tomato and Cherry Picnic Salad

I’ve always felt that picnics should form a category of food all on its own. Think …

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Sweetcorn and coffee tart

Sweetcorn and Coffee Tart

Every now and again when I return to France, instead of indulging in the array of …

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plant based rice croquettes

Cape Malay Spiced Rice Croquettes

Ever since I was little, I always missed someone the most on the day I knew …

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Poké Bowl

First Bloom Poké Bowl

I’ve often found that, the moment you tell someone you’re a chef, they immediately assume you’re …

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JAN - Plant based pizza--3

Pan Fried Pizza with Cashew Nut ‘Mozzarella Cheese’

One of the first things I realised when I started exploring plant-based cooking more seriously was …

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Mushroom leek cannellini bean and spinach pot pies

Mushroom, Leek, Cannellini Beans and Spinach Pies

Who said meat-free should ever mean comfort-free? It’s not all salads and umami-suffused lentils. There’s no …

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Olive bread with tomato tartare

Olive Bread With Tomato Tartare

The moment I decided to really start exploring plant-based cooking, I knew I wasn’t going to …

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Toffee Tomatoes

Balsamic Toffee Tomatoes

Remember those toffie appels we used to get at school fêtes and church bazaars? I loved …

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Tortellini

Cheese Tortellini with Herb Dressing

Tortellini must be one of the most comforting Italian dishes out there.

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JAN-Baby Cos Salad

BABY COS LETTUCE, ROASTED LIMES AND HUMMUS SALAD

This is one of those recipes that always makes me feel good about myself. Apart from …

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CRÈME BRÛLÉE DOUGHNUTS

A sweet easy-to-make treat
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A TRIBUTE TO WATER IN AN ARID LAND Klein JAN was born from a dream – a dream of a …

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100+ Flavour Report

The 100+ Flavour Report

Recently, our team attended the 100+ Flavour Report – and what a sensory delight it was.

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Cape Town captured

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One movie, two sips and it’s everything everywhere all at once

A COCKTAIL FOR AN AWARD WINNING FILM Lights, camera, action! The glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s most prestigious night are …

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