Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2014 i Food & Home Entertaining

There’s more to summer than bikinis and floral dresses. It’s time to put your feet up and relax. Time for long, lazy lunches in the sun and exquisite festive tables. We have picked our favourite Pick n Pay items to make this season one to remember. ADD SOME SHINE Lend seasonal sparkle to your table with these much-loved traditional Milk Chocolate Hollow Balls. Scatter them around the table to give it a festive touch or simply indulge in them in your own time. WINE TIME Whether you prefer a Sparkling Sweet Red or a lip-smacking Brut, Pick n Pay has a wide selection to choose from, so you can match your bubbly with your festive bites. Wine is the perfect accompaniment to your Christmas feast. SOFT AND DELICIOUS Everyone loves…

IS ALWAYS LEKKER In the early hours of this morning, when I couldn’t sleep, I got up and made myself a cup of Rooibos tea, then sat in bed and picked up my September copy of F&HE. I paged through the mag, with my dim little bedside light, until I came to the feature about the bearded man and his ma in Paris (page 76). I loved the story and read the entire article. I finally closed my eyes and grinned from ear to ear about Kobus Botha and ‘tannie Neelsie’ in Paris, doing what he loves doing – cooking boerewors, pap and chakalaka! As they say: “You can take the boy out of South Africa, but you cannot take the South African out of the boy”! Lee Wells, Hermanus…

Mirabilis is Latin for ‘ultimate’, which describes SPAR’s Olive Brook Mirabilis MCC to perfection. Being 80% chardonnay and 20% pinot noir, its toasty nuances, with wafts of pomegranate and nutmeg, make it the ideal choice for our festive trifle. And did we mention that Olive Brook Mirabilis MCC was a winner of Gold in the 2013 Veritas Awards and more recently a winner of Gold in the 2014 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirit Awards? SPAR Low Fat Cream Cheese is smooth and soft to work with, spreading easily without clumping. The low-fat option makes for the ideal balance against our trifle’s richness. SPAR Brown Sugar is an all-time favourite staple product in the F&HE kitchen, as its sturdy and cleverly designed packaging means you can pour…

Santa paws Don’t forget your fur babies this Christmas and treat them to Hill’s Ideal Balance Oven-Baked Naturals with festive Turkey & Cranberries, around R49 for 227g. Available at select pet stores and vets. EVERY BITE takes you home To celebrate the release of DreamWorks Pictures’ The Hundred-Foot Journey on DVD, Times Media Home Entertainment is giving away five The Hundred-Foot Journey hampers valued at R1 000 each. The film stars Helen Mirren, Om Puri, Manish Dayal and Charlotte Le Bon and tells the story of a feud between two adjacent restaurants; one operated by a recently relocated Indian family and, the other, managed by a Michelin-starred French chef (Helen Mirren). DVD available at leading retail outlets from 2 December. Each…

We asked Peter-Allan Finlayson, newly appointed winemaker at Gabriëlskloof Wine Estate, about making wines in Bot River Will you continue producing your own brand, Crystallum, now that you’re at Gabriëlskloof? Of course! I have been very lucky to share cellar space with fellow winemaker Chris Alheit (from Alheit Vineyards on the Hemel & Aarde Ridge) for the last four years, but the cellar was too small, making the timing perfect for the move. PIus, I get to be part of the future of Gabriëlskloof. It was a red blend that first put Gabriëlskloof on the map – how has the signature red evolved since the first vintage? Its makeup changes from year to year depending on what works best. What excites you about making wines at Gabriëlskloof? Gabriëlskloof has incredible…

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Festive sweet potato chips with dips Bound to wow your guests, these chips look a lot more tricky to churn out than they actually are. Tell your guests how carefully you individually crafted each shape... our lips are sealed! Serves 6 EASY 45 mins THE FLAVOUR COMBINATIONS FESTIVE CHIPS 4 FRESHLINE Sweet Potatoes, cut into medium-sized slices SPAR Sunflower Oil, to fry 300g large FRESHLINE Carrots, shaved with a vegetable peeler ARTICHOKE DIP 20g FRESHLINE White Salad Onions, peeled and roughly chopped 5 fresh artichokes, prepared (see page 45 ) and leaves boiled 250g SPAR Double Cream Plain Yoghurt 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste small handful chives, to serve SALMON DIP 250g SPAR Creamed Cottage Cheese small handful fresh basil…

On the 12th day of Christmas... 1 Devise the ultimate Christmas master plan and work out your menu. Once you’ve written it all down, you won’t feel so panic-stricken! 2 Allocate simple tasks to friends and family. Put them in charge of drinks and ice so you can focus on the food. If someone offers to help, always say yes! Asking guests to bring a dish means one less thing to worry about and will also cut costs. TOP TIPS • Remember to ask your guests in advance for any dietary requirements. • When planning a menu, also keep in mind how many dishes need to be baked and at what temperature, etc. You don’t want 12 recipes that will have to be cooked on the stove or in the…

My kitchen is to me what a therapist’s couch is to others – a safe space where I can be my authentic self, getting wrapped up in classic flavours I love and experimenting with those I’d like to explore more. Poring over cookbooks is a daily hobby and gives me great inspiration, but I’m happiest putting my own twist on dishes – I don’t always remember to write things down though, so I battle to recreate the same dish twice! 3-ply Stainless steel Mediterranean Casserole, R1870, lecreuset.co.za This 30cm casserole is on my Christmas wish list as much for its sleek lines as its practicality and versatility – plus, it’s dishwasher- and oven safe (up to 220°C). What’s not to love? Red-and-white plate, R750, esrabosch.co.za Esra Bosch’s ceramic studio in…

This season, all the goodness begins with delicious meals that make your dinner table look and smell simply sensational! Whether you’re going traditional with stuffed turkey and cranberry sauce or a not-so-traditional curry, your kitchen equipment needs to be hygienic, stylish and durable. cookware that is low maintenance, durable and does not rust, stain or corrode in water. Stainless steel kitchenware is long-lasting and will make it through the festive season unscathed. If you enjoy cooking with quality hardware, stainless steel is the way forward. Your stainless steel pots, pans and utensils are an investment with which you cannot go wrong. But, as with any investment, you need sound advice before going ahead. So, how do you know which products are genuine, quality and locally manufactured stainless steel? It’s easy:…

There’s something in the air... It’s that wonderful feeling of building anticipation, much like when a milestone birthday or anniversary celebration is coming up. What makes this time of year even more magical, however, is that everyone around the globe is feeling it right along with you. No matter what your creed or religion, getting into the festive spirit is what we all look forward to. And when it comes to festive feasting, we’ve got you sorted. With the Williams sisters’ 12 Days of Christmas planning guide (page 73) and food ed Thulisa’s festive nibbles that double as decor (page 53), we have done our utmost to ensure this issue is your ultimate entertaining manual, plus so much more – the interactivity in this issue is like never before! I…

My brother has just been to visit from Canada. He loves going into all our shops here in Hillcrest and came home with a copy of the F&HE August issue. My housekeeper and I (and he) all loved it and, as he said, it is a magazine full of wonderful ideas – one of the best he has seen. My housekeeper straight away picked out the dishes she would be trying over the next few weeks. Of course, as soon as my brother saw the September issue was out, he brought it home for us. He intends on getting his copy online once he gets back to Canada, but I will be picking up my copy each month when I do the grocery shop. Thank you for a wonderful magazine.…

Patisserie de Paris is a slice of life situated in Blairgowrie, Johannesburg. The ultra-cool patisserie and bakery provides not only a wide range of French pastries freshly baked on a daily basis, but also a vast variety of sourdough breads with no additives or preservatives, as well as the best French baguettes in Jozi. Sip a cappuccino in their chic café or tuck into their scrumptious eat-in menu while listening to Édith Piaf or Jacques Brel in the background. C’est la vie! BOOKINGS: 011-326-0913 Gigi’s Brasserie looks out onto the lush, manicured gardens of the five-star Hotel Izulu. Talented executive chef Jennifer du Toit has a passion for working with fresh, quality produce and pairing dishes with great wines. Some of the menu options include rocket, walnut and Gorgonzola salad,…

The violet is a flowering plant belonging to the Violacea family with over 400 various species, including viola and pansies. Violets have a delicate flower with heart-shaped petals and scalloped leaves. They can be candied or crystallised to make beautiful cake decorations by brushing the petals with egg wash and crystallised sugar (also available at good baking supply shops). How to grow… Violets prefer cool-to-warm climates and can wilt in strong, summer heat. If planting in warm-to-hot climates, plant in partial shade rather than full sunny areas. While delicate, they are quite hardy and easy to grow and will tolerate a variety of soils, but do add a general-purpose fertiliser when planting them and top up once a month. Water occasionally to keep the soil moist, but not wet. In…

The Bertrams Inner City Farm’s Bambanani Food and Herb Cooperative Project was started by the city of Joburg in 2006 as a solution to three factors faced within the Bertrams community: unemployment, malnutrition and lack of entrepreneurship. Amon Maluleke, a supervisor and caretaker of the gardens, says, “Those are the three things that contribute to the quality of life.” So, in focusing on the garden’s growth, they have been able to channel their energies into these three factors. Through a combination of skill and training, Amon and his team have transformed the garden into an evergreen stream of produce that they are able to both eat and sell. The team consists of volunteers and learners alike, as well as Amon’s right-hand lady, Refiloe Molefe, the ‘treasure of the garden’, who…

1 After making fresh custard, prevent a skin from forming on top by covering it with cling film. 2 Make your mince-pie dough in advance and keep it in the freezer until needed. Bake the mince pies before Christmas Day and store in an airtight container. 3 Not everyone loves raisins! When making your Christmas cake, try replacing the raisins with chopped apples, nuts and spices of your choice. 4 Prep your baking ingredients and store in sealable glass jars to make your baking process a lot easier!…

Fresh fig carpaccio with honeyed vinegar Serves 6 EASY 20 mins THE FLAVOUR COMBINATIONS 18 fresh figs 50g pine nuts, lightly toasted 100g Parmesan, shaved 45ml (3 tbsp) capers, rinsed 125ml (½ cup) honey 175ml white wine vinegar 75ml water 75ml olive oil freshly ground black pepper, to taste GARNISH edible flowers honeycomb HOW TO DO IT 1 Thinly slice the figs and arrange in a circle or fan shape on serving plates. Sprinkle with the pine nuts, Parmesan shavings and capers. 2 Mix together the honey, vinegar, water and olive oil in a bowl and spoon over the carpaccio. Season with pepper and garnish with edible flowers and a thin slice of honeycomb. Roast loin of pork with fig salsa Serves 6 EASY 1 hr 30 mins THE FLAVOUR…

YOU WILL NEED… Scissors Card or thick paper Toilet roll inner tubes Cracker ‘snaps’ Paste glue, clear glue and/or tape Ribbons and/or baker’s twine LINDT Bears (10g each) (available at all leading retailers) Christmas jokes on paper Decorative items (stickers, baubles, glitter) STEP 1: Using the scissors, cut a 30cm x 15cm rectangle out of the card or thick paper. STEP 2: Mark out the centre of the rectangle lengthways and place the toilet roll tube on this point. Mark out both outer edges of the tube and fold inwards. Mark 2cm further from these lines, fold outwards and then mark another 2cm and fold inwards again. These folds will form the crease where you will secure the cracker with ribbons (see illustration above left). STEP 3: Cut out about…

1 ‘Beeswing’ is the term for the crackled, translucent crust that forms on old bottles of which popular Christmas tipple? 2 What should you eat one of for each of the 12 days of Christmas if you want good luck? 3 What indispensable item for the Christmas table did Tom Smith, a confectioner, invent in 1846? 4 In 1670, a German choirmaster had the idea of candy canes to keep children quiet during Christmas services, but why are they shaped like they are? 5 In which country did the mince pie originate? 6 Which star-shaped spice, commonly used at Christmas, is native to northeast Vietnam and southwest China? 7 Most of us are familiar with silver sixpences once being put into Christmas puddings to bring wealth in the coming year,…

NEW TEAM PLAYER Samantha Lewis F&HE ART DIRECTOR I’m mommy to four adorable fur ‘kids’, who make me smile every day. I•m passionate about design, clever typography and beautiful photography, so I’m thrilled to work on F&HE, with the added bonus of looking at and smelling food all day! My favourite food is Greek food, which is pretty handy as I’m about to marry a half-Greek. I love lots of different flavours in a meal, so meze and a selection of seafood make me happy. Lisa Johnston FREELANCE WRITER - SEE ‘THE SWEET LIFE’ ON PAGE 94 I recently moved back into my home after renting it out and am busy battling poor soil and daschunds as I try and transform my garden into an urban farm. I love growing…

I have just returned from my prizewinning trip to The Victoria Falls Hotel, which was featured in your June issue. It was called ‘A Bucket List Prize’ and that’s exactly what it was! The hotel was fabulously elegant, the service was excellent and the food and wine to die for. We enjoyed two organised free excursions: a sunset cruise on the Zambezi, where we encountered hippos and a large herd of elephants, and a helicopter flight over the falls. Both were beyond our wildest dreams. We still had time to enjoy the sparkling pool, drink cocktails on the terrace, explore the beautiful grounds and relax. The flamboyant doorman, Duly Chitimbire, agreed to a photograph to end off a wonderful holiday. Thank you so much to F&HE and The Victoria Falls…

Trending Spicy Christmas ice cream and cookie-dough snowman We couldn’t resist the cuteness of this cookie-dough snowman – and the spicy ice cream makes for a delightful summer treat for the holidays Serves 6 EASY 30 mins + freezing time THE FLAVOUR COMBINATIONS SPICY ICE CREAM 10 extra-large egg yolks 170g sugar 100g condensed milk 500ml (2 cups) fresh cream 500ml (2 cups) milk 2,5ml (½ tsp) cinnamon 3 cardamom seeds cookie-dough snowman (go to foodandhome.co.za  for a recipe) Woolworths Almond & Butter Crunch, to serve HOW TO DO IT 1 For the spicy ice cream, whisk together the eggs and sugar in a free-standing blender until light and creamy, 5 minutes. Add the condensed milk and whisk for a further 5 minutes. 2 Heat the cream, milk,…

URBAN SPACE IN AN HISTORIC SETTING As Jozi’s inner city continues to flourish and develop, foodie lovers and market goers have a new spot to frequent over the festive season at The Sheds@1Fox, the city’s latest artisanal food and produce market. Housed in some of Johannesburg’s historic warehouses, the space has been transformed to offer urban entertainment with high corrugated ceilings and various levels of stalls and seating. Forego the cramped hustle and bustle of Neighbourgoods and Market on Main and take in the wide aisles and metres and metres of table space at 1Fox for a breath of fresh summer air and a new variety of store holders, from florists to oodles of delicious food-truck stalls. Grab yourself a glass of Dragon Fiery Ginger Beer and peruse the stalls…

Christmas tripple trio SO YOU’RE PERFECTLY PAIRED Full of ripe red and purple fruit and vibrant spice, the Boschendal 1685 Reserve Collection Syrah 2012 (R150) is the perfect partner for a traditional glazed gammon. With a powerful bouquet of oak and a delicate scent of hazelnut, Hennessy Cognac V.S. (in a festive gift box, R299) combines the sweetness of red fruits with a lingering hint of vanilla. Roast turkey with a rich nut and fresh herb stuffing will delight in this Hartenberg Alchemy 2014 (R50), a 40 per cent chenin blanc-led white blend in perfect balance with semillon and sauvignon blanc. Crammed with spices, nuts and brandy, a traditional Christmas pudding will pair well with an MCC-style bubbly like the award-winning Laborie Brut 2010 (R85).…

Coffee appreciation has never been bigger and there are few people who don’t know the difference between a cappuccino and a latte. The biggest growth in the coffee sphere, however, is at-home appreciation. Thanks to state-of-the-art technology and innovations, nowadays one can easily whip up an espresso to go, without having to set foot outside. NESCAFÉ has taken this notion one step further with its range of NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto® machines, designed to provide consumers with coffee shop-quality beverages with minimum fuss and mess. Using a unique capsule system, NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto® machines produce a coffee, tea or chocolate drink in seconds at just the push of a button. With 14 delicious variants in the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto® family – from traditional cappuccino to chococino and even a tea latte…

1 Try using beautiful organic produce when setting your table. Write guests’ names in gold on ruby-red pomegranates, which are in season in December! 2 Gift tags aren’t just for presents! Attach them to your napkins and add sprigs of fresh herbs or leafy cuttings for festive measure. 3 Not only Santa likes cookies! And since Christmas is all about feasting, indulge your guests with a sweet treat, which doubles as decor for the main event.…

After five years of research and development, Miele has unveiled its latest range of laundry appliances – the new and revolutionary W1 washing machines and T1 tumble dryers. Sticking to its mantra, “Forever better”, Miele’s new generation of W1 washing machines take laundry care to all-time new heights. With TwinDos, Miele’s first integrated dispensing system for liquid detergents, W1 washing machines are able to save up to 30 per cent detergent and produce excellent cleaning results. Miele is the only brand to have developed its own detergents and care products, the Care Collection, which has been specifically geared to the needs of Miele machines and, as a result, promises optimum cleaning results. The W1 range is also incredibly energy efficient, having achieved an A+++ rating. Since these appliances are built…

A wise man once said “One martini is alright. Two are too many, and three are not enough.” I’ve never been much of a cocktail drinker – I often find them either too heavy handed on the booze or too laden with sugar to compensate for the heavy-handed booze; but, I’m happy to say, I’ve found my perfect cocktails... they’re just not quite what you’d expect. We’re setting up for a shoot at the The Living Room, a chic, urban rooftop bar in the centre of the Maboneng Precinct in Johannesburg. It’s a space that has redefined the possibilities of inner-city design with vertical gardens and a hanging arbour of gorgeous greenery. It seems fitting, therefore, as the backdrop to the creations of two men who are redefining the cocktail,…

Zeus and Klara’s all-encompassing approach extends to the menu and decor at The Pudding Shop, which celebrates diversity by drawing on a bit of this and a little of that to create a comfortable, nurturing environment. Fig ivy laces up the interior walls and vines twist a stealthy path through the rafters to create a fresh, organic garden-like interior. The duo used nature’s bounty as a backdrop, then added wrought-iron chandeliers, rough, wooden counters and tables and a mix of brightly painted and antique displays and storage cases. Fresh flowers are a constant, but the place settings and decor change according to the seasons and the owners’ moods. The space might take on the clean austerity of a winter’s day – with white linen tablecloths, white beaded bowls and white…