MY AT-HOME RECIPES
EASY PEASY
ALL DAY ALL-BRAN BREAKFAST LOAF
A wholesome, feel-good bake that keeps you going from breakfast to beyond.
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Corn Flake and Pistachio Crispy Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce
A fun twist on a classic, this dish pairs the delicate flakiness of fish with the unexpected crunch of corn flakes and pistachios, finished with ...
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Seven colour Sunday sosatie
Cooking sosaties over an open flame brings people together outdoors, sparking connection and celebration, exactly what Heritage Day is all about.
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SAVOURY ALL-BRAN, BILTONG AND DATE MUFFIN
A hearty, high-fibre muffin packed with the savoury punch of biltong, the natural sweetness of dates, and the wholesome goodness of All-Bran. Perfect for a ...
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Coconut squid curry with brown rice
Spending winter in South Africa while your friends post seafood spreads from Mediterranean yachts? Don’t worry, there are plenty of winter dishes that can ...
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CITRUS GRANOLA PARFAIT
Start your morning with layers of creamy yogurt, crunchy granola, and bursts of bright, tangy citrus that create a balance of textures and flavours that’s ...
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Corn Flake milk smoothie
Breakfast on-the-go just got tastier. My Kellogg's cornflake milk smoothie is your favourite childhood cereal, all grown up!
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Knockout gnocchi
When winter rolls around I love to get get creative with some of my favourite comfort foods and this gnocchi bake is a great way ...
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ALL DAY ALL-BRAN BREAKFAST LOAF
A wholesome, feel-good bake that keeps you going from breakfast to beyond.
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SAVOURY ALL-BRAN, BILTONG AND DATE MUFFIN
A hearty, high-fibre muffin packed with the savoury punch of biltong, the natural sweetness of dates, and the wholesome goodness of All-Bran. Perfect for a ...
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Knockout gnocchi
When winter rolls around I love to get get creative with some of my favourite comfort foods and this gnocchi bake is a great way ...
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GOURMET EASTER HOT CROSS BUNS
Easter is one of my favourite times of the year. Family, celebrations, sweet treats, what’s not to love?
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CREAMY DREAMY GNOCCHI
I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve served this gnocchi – it’s one of my all-time favourite go-tos when a chance meet-up with ...
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BEETROOT AND PEARL ONION TARTE TATIN WITH WHIPPED GOATS CHEESE
Bring a touch of festive charm to your table with this Beetroot and Pearl Onion Tarte Tatin, adorned with the vibrant red hues of Forage ...
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Tiramisu Cookie
Ah, Tiramisu – the quintessential Italian dessert that marries the boldness of espresso with the creaminess of mascarpone, all layered in sweet harmony. Now, imagine ...
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GOURMET EASTER HOT CROSS BUNS
Easter is one of my favourite times of the year. Family, celebrations, sweet treats, what’s not to love?
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Sauvignon Blanc Poached Pear Jam Tertjie
There's a special magic in the quiet moments between service when inspiration finds you. Whether in my kitchen in Nice or back home in South ...
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Grapefruit Yogurt Cheesecake
Sometimes, we have to indulge something just because it’s a thing of beauty. If it sounds weird to you, beetroot’s use in dessert is not ...
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Orange and Yogurt Loaf Cake
Always have an Orange and Yogurt Loaf cake tucked away in the freezer that you can take out a couple of hours before the time ...
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Braaied Pavlova Cake
A braaied pavlova cake is the simplest dessert you can make this Mother’s Day, but it will still be a showstopper with its symphony of ...
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Chamomile île Flottante
A wonderful, weirdly French dessert, featuring meringue floating on a sea of custard. Think of a floral Sunday custard with a bite of soft, sweet ...
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Chocolate Hollow Eggs Filled With Homemade Mousse
Chocolate hollow eggs are synonymous with Easter. So when the Forage And Feast Dark Chocolate Hollow Eggs appeared on the shelves of Checkers, I knew ...
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Raspberry Trifle
Ouma's Swiss roll was legend. I would always hide one out of sight, either by slipping it into her handbag or taking one back to ...
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Seven colour Sunday sosatie
Cooking sosaties over an open flame brings people together outdoors, sparking connection and celebration, exactly what Heritage Day is all about.
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Knockout gnocchi
When winter rolls around I love to get get creative with some of my favourite comfort foods and this gnocchi bake is a great way ...
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Chilli Lemon Prawn Pasta
This Chilli Lemon Prawn Pasta is not just a dish; it's an invitation to savour life's simple pleasures. Crafted on the JAN voyage, this recipe ...
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Street Food Carpaccio
In the hustle and bustle of street food markets, there's a magic that happens when flavours and textures come together in perfect harmony. It's in ...
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Marketplace Eggs
Sometimes, we have to indulge something just because it’s a thing of beauty. If it sounds weird to you, beetroot’s use in dessert is not ...
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Corn Flakes Crusted Potato Pave
Sometimes, we have to indulge something just because it’s a thing of beauty. If it sounds weird to you, beetroot’s use in dessert is not ...
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Bobotie
One of my favourite things about traveling is discovering a new dish, but sometimes it’s getting reacquainted with an old favourite.
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Boerenkaas Rice Soufflé
Who says leftovers need to be predictable? —let them surprise you. Turn a simple meal into a feast by giving your leftover rice a second ...
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Crispy Bobotie Chip
Ever heard of a bobotie and rice chip? You have now! My new favourite starter.
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Pastorie Hoender
I grew up on pastorie hoender (directly translated as parsonage chicken), which in my mind is the one-pot-wonder to rule them all.
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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 ...
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Spiced Ostrich Steak Salad
Ostrich is by no means a recent addition to the South African palate. We cultivated a taste for it years ago, but my rule of ...
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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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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
It’s one of those wonderful things about food, the ability to experience another culture through flavour ...
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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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Corn Flake and Pistachio Crispy Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce
A fun twist on a classic, this dish pairs the delicate flakiness of fish with the unexpected crunch of corn flakes and pistachios, finished with ...
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Coconut squid curry with brown rice
Spending winter in South Africa while your friends post seafood spreads from Mediterranean yachts? Don’t worry, there are plenty of winter dishes that can ...
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Pan bagnat with tuna
To prove just how easy it is to make delicious at-home meals with sustainable seafood, here is my Pan Bagnat recipe (pronounced pah n bah-nyah), ...
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Salt-baked fish
Salt-baked fish may sound like a dish reserved strictly for sunny days in the Mediterranean, but this age-old cooking technique is surprisingly simple—and delicious —for ...
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GOURMET EASTER HOT CROSS BUNS
Easter is one of my favourite times of the year. Family, celebrations, sweet treats, what’s not to love?
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Forage And Feast Tempura Prawns with Dips
Indulge in Forage And Feast prawns paired with four exquisite dips crafted by Chef Jan. A thing of simplistic beauty for true foodies to savour.
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Snoek & Patat Brown Rice Fishcakes with Korrelkonfyt
Snoek & Patat Rice Fishcakes are the perfect weekday dinner.
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Trout Terrine with Green Apple and Sesame Salad
Inspired by the charm of coastal kitchens and the joy of embracing seasonal treasures, ...
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ALL DAY ALL-BRAN BREAKFAST LOAF
A wholesome, feel-good bake that keeps you going from breakfast to beyond.
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SAVOURY ALL-BRAN, BILTONG AND DATE MUFFIN
A hearty, high-fibre muffin packed with the savoury punch of biltong, the natural sweetness of dates, and the wholesome goodness of All-Bran. Perfect for a ...
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CITRUS GRANOLA PARFAIT
Start your morning with layers of creamy yogurt, crunchy granola, and bursts of bright, tangy citrus that create a balance of textures and flavours that’s ...
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Corn Flake milk smoothie
Breakfast on-the-go just got tastier. My Kellogg's cornflake milk smoothie is your favourite childhood cereal, all grown up!
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Fermented rice kanji
My latest fermented rice kanji recipe is perfect for your next batch of rice leftovers, and this age-old fermentation method means your gut will thank ...
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Spin the Bottle Beetroot and Cabbage Salad
For those who like their greens with a little flair, my cabbage and beetroot salad has the perfect balance of crunch, colour and earthy sweetness.
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CREAMY DREAMY GNOCCHI
I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve served this gnocchi – it’s one of my all-time favourite go-tos when a chance meet-up with ...
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BEETROOT AND PEARL ONION TARTE TATIN WITH WHIPPED GOATS CHEESE
Bring a touch of festive charm to your table with this Beetroot and Pearl Onion Tarte Tatin, adorned with the vibrant red hues of Forage ...
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When words won’t flow
To write is to notice, to let taste, texture and sound stir the imagination until the world feels vivid again, and suddenly, the words follow.
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HONOURING SOUTH AFRICA’S LOST INGREDIENTS
AN INTERVIEW WITH GINO FORTUNE, EXECUTIVE CHEF AT THE PALACE OF THE LOST CITY At The Palace of the Lost ...
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Pass the padkos
PACK, SNACK, CELEBRATE For me, padkos has always been more than just a snack, it’s a little piece of South ...
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A new season, a new story
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MAGIC A new season has arrived at JAN Franschhoek, and with it comes a refreshed menu ...
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