MY AT-HOME RECIPES
EASY PEASY
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?
Mosbolletjie Hot Cross Buns
Mosbolletjies are a staple at every JAN destination. From the Cape and Kalahari to Nice in …
Heirloom Tomato Salad with Tomato Chutney
So simple, yet so luxurious. The sight of a generous platter of heirloom tomatoes puts us …
White Wine Steamed Mussels with Beurre Blanc Sauce
Moules marinière is one of the most popular dishes in France. For this recipe, however, I …
Milk Tart with Rice Pudding Shell
I probably used to be more of a milk tart purist, but how can I be? …
Potato Gnocchi and Caponata with Lamb Stew
One question I get asked more times than I can remember is, “What do you eat …
Chicken Liver Pâté and French Baguette
The whole point of a picnic is to be casual about it, unfussy – a literal …
Spiced Ostrich Steak Salad with Brandy Glaze
Ostrich is by no means a recent addition to the South African palate. We cultivated a …
Beetroot and Prickly Pear Grain Salad
There’s a great sense of achievement in mastering the classics and getting your head around a …
Vanilla Glazed Grape and Custard Tart
It’s not often comfort and looks come together so beautifully. I feel like I’ve been chasing …
Pampoenkoekie Brownies
It’s the thing about brownies. They’re so willing to play dress-up that, even though they originated …
Gammon and Kookkos
Every year, as the festive season draws nearer, I do what most chefs do. I start …
Mosbolletjie Hot Cross Buns
Mosbolletjies are a staple at every JAN destination. From the Cape and Kalahari to Nice in …
Milk Tart with Rice Pudding Shell
I probably used to be more of a milk tart purist, but how can I be? …
Chicken Liver Pâté and French Baguette
The whole point of a picnic is to be casual about it, unfussy – a literal …
Vanilla Glazed Grape and Custard Tart
It’s not often comfort and looks come together so beautifully. I feel like I’ve been chasing …
Pampoenkoekie Brownies
It’s the thing about brownies. They’re so willing to play dress-up that, even though they originated …
Biltong Croissants
I don’t remember ever having a biltong croissant, do you? Why aren’t they more popular? I …
Carrot Cake Flapjacks
There are some household brands that have been a part of the South African pantry for …
Rich Chocolate Torte with Peach Preserve
It’s always a good idea to have a rich, chocolatey trick up your sleeve.
Pastorie Chicken Pies
The best thing about one-pot-wonders, like Pastorie Chicken, is the leftovers. When pulled off the bone …
Macadamia Baklava Cheesecake
It’s amazing how many uses you can get out of one ingredient. Often, I’d get the …
Mosbolletjie Roosterkoek
The mosbolletjie has found its way into so many of my menus over the years, I …
Biltong and Pear Tartlet
This one’s going into my personal recipe journal of crowdpleasers.
Milk Tart with Rice Pudding Shell
I probably used to be more of a milk tart purist, but how can …
Vanilla Glazed Grape and Custard Tart
It’s not often comfort and looks come together so beautifully. I feel like I’ve …
Pampoenkoekie Brownies
It’s the thing about brownies. They’re so willing to play dress-up that, even though …
Carrot Cake Flapjacks
There are some household brands that have been a part of the South African …
Rich Chocolate Torte with Peach Preserve
It’s always a good idea to have a rich, chocolatey trick up your sleeve.
Mosbolletjie Roosterkoek
The mosbolletjie has found its way into so many of my menus over the …
Maple crème brûlée cake
There’s always a reason to celebrate, especially the season. In summer, I can’t get …
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Italian Meringue
It occurred to me recently that – considering that rice is a staple on …
Hot Cocoa Chanel
If, like me, you’ve had a lifelong love affair with Paris, you’ll have strolled …
Malva Bundt Cakes with Whipped Cream
It’s not a malva pudding unless it oozes syrup, am I right? The thing …
Almond Cake with Muscadel Poached Pears
Although an almond cake is traditionally flourless, I’m often in the mood for a …
Peppermint Crisp Caramel Éclairs
When meeting up with fellow South African expats overseas, the conversation inevitably steers in …
Potato Gnocchi and Caponata with Lamb Stew
One question I get asked more times than I can remember is, “What do you eat …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Mediterranean Charcuterie Board
Whether you’re having a picnic, party or date night, a platter is always a great idea. …
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.
FESTIVE LAMB PIES
When you allow yourself to journey to the Kalahari, you get intimately acquainted with the Karoo. …
FRIED BOBOTIE BALLS WITH CORIANDER MINT YOGHURT SAUCE
As we start to think of our festive feasts – and gathering again – we’ll definitely …
VETKOEK AND CURRY MINCE
One of my fondest memories of growing up was when, on those odd occasions when I …
BACON & MUSHROOM VOL-AU-VENT
I love my South African heritage, so I sometimes feel that I don’t share my favourite …
OUMA ONDER DIE KOMBERS
I get a lot of inspiration from colour. There’s something about the combination of green and …
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 …
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?
Spiced Ostrich Steak Salad with Brandy Glaze
Ostrich is by no means a recent addition to the South African palate. We cultivated a …
Pastorie Chicken Pies
The best thing about one-pot-wonders, like Pastorie Chicken, is the leftovers. When pulled off the bone …
Pastorie Chicken
If you’ve never had Pastorie Chicken, my sympathies. It’s not clear when this chutney delight first …
Rooibos and Chamomile Roast Chicken with Artichoke Consommé
The day I mastered the consommé, I felt like a chef. To make a stock might …
Moroccan Chicken with Spicy Rice
It’s one of those wonderful things about food, the ability to experience another culture through flavour …
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.
Festive Chicken and Potato Pie
As I start to think ahead to upcoming Christmas celebrations and all of the favourite festive …
DEBONED CHICKEN IN A BACON WEAVE
Roast chicken is as classic as they come; a Sunday lunch staple. But every Sunday? Well, …
Portuguese Rice and Duck
Something about this traditional Portuguese dish reminds me of South Africa’s Spice Route era,
Chicken Brioche Pies
You know when you try something new in the kitchen, not sure how it’s going to …
APPLE-STUFFED CHICKEN
The tartly sweet twist that the chicken breast has been waiting for, with a Mustard Beurre Blanc sauce.
White Wine Steamed Mussels with Beurre Blanc Sauce
Moules marinière is one of the most popular dishes in France. For this recipe, …
GRILLED KINGKLIP WITH LEMON GREEN TEA BROTH
I wouldn’t call myself a tea snob, but ever since moving to Nice, I’ve …
Quick and Easy Bouillabaisse
Pronounced boo-ya-bess, it’s arguably the most famous fish stew to come out of France …
Brown Rice Cigars
For any movie marathon – whether planning a movie night or working your way …
Jasmine Rice and Salmon Balls
You know when you get a craving for something you have no idea how …
Himalayan Pink Salt Seared Scallops
The kitchen is a creative space. I know immediately when I walk into someone’s …
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…
Vetkoek Stokkies with a Trout Pâté
We recently started making “grasbrood” at Klein JAN; long, thin bread sticks hidden in …
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.
MUSSELS AU GRATIN
As the weather in South Africa takes a summery turn, we’re starting to imagine …
RICE LACE WITH SMOKED HADDOCK AND TÊTE DE MOINE
This is one of those extra special starters reserved for special occasions. In my …
Beer battered fish
What can I say, I’m a sucker for fish and chips, especially at those …
Heirloom Tomato Salad with Tomato Chutney
So simple, yet so luxurious. The sight of a generous platter of heirloom tomatoes puts us …
Beetroot and Prickly Pear Grain Salad
There’s a great sense of achievement in mastering the classics and getting your head around a …
Pickled Tomato and Cherry Picnic Salad
I’ve always felt that picnics should form a category of food all on its own. Think …
Sweetcorn and Coffee Tart
Every now and again when I return to France, instead of indulging in the array of …
Cape Malay Spiced Rice Croquettes
Ever since I was little, I always missed someone the most on the day I knew …
First Bloom Poké Bowl
I’ve often found that, the moment you tell someone you’re a chef, they immediately assume you’re …
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 …
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 …
Olive Bread With Tomato Tartare
The moment I decided to really start exploring plant-based cooking, I knew I wasn’t going to …
Balsamic Toffee Tomatoes
Remember those toffie appels we used to get at school fêtes and church bazaars? I loved …
Cheese Tortellini with Herb Dressing
Tortellini must be one of the most comforting Italian dishes out there.
BABY COS LETTUCE, ROASTED LIMES AND HUMMUS SALAD
This is one of those recipes that always makes me feel good about myself. Apart from …
MY FAVOURITE FOOD STORIES
The state of water
A TRIBUTE TO WATER IN AN ARID LAND Klein JAN was born from a dream – a dream of a …
The 100+ Flavour Report
Recently, our team attended the 100+ Flavour Report – and what a sensory delight it was.
Cape Town captured
Join us as we discover the eclectic nuances of Cape Town as captured through Erin Wall’s lens.
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 …
