Like any woman, I am a sucker for pretty things and as we all know there is nothing prettier than a pair of custom made panties. So if this is your thing…that is cute, sexy and pretty panties…then you must subscribe to Lingerie Letters. My experience: I have received two pairs of gorgeous panties and am waiting for my third pair.… Read more →
If you have ever watched MasterChef Australia or South Africa, then you will know that Italian meringue is one of those things that if not done perfectly, it is not only ugly but a total disaster and supposedly quite easy to mess-up. So, I don’t know about you but I know I was nervous to ever try making it, for… Read more →
I am a gadget girl…especially if they are kitchen or cookware products and gadgets. My kitchen has almost everything that opens and shuts. I am the kind of person that once I walk into a kitchen shop I leave with ten items that I didn’t need but totally wanted. And I definitely should not be left unattended on Yuppiechef…I always… Read more →
Lemon curd is a totally underrated, deliciously lemony treat. It is fantastic when spread between cake layers, for filling cupcakes or just smothered on a slice of hot buttered toast – Yum! Just thinking about it, is making me drool. To make your own lemon curd, is so quick and easy…there is no need to go and buy some. Remember fresh is… Read more →
Justin Bonello recently launched his latest cookbook, Cooked in the Karoo. In this culinary adventure, Justin and his crew went on a two-year journey into South Africa’s backyard to rediscover the Karoo. Their mission was simple: walk in the people’s shoes, cook with them and tell their stories. While there, they also experienced the incredible hospitality of the people, witnessed their daily struggle to survive and… Read more →
While surfing the internet one afternoon, I came across this awesome idea – cupcakes decorated as owls. They are not only super cute but so easy to make too. I just had to share the idea. They are great to make with the kids and perfect for Halloween, which is just around the corner so best start planning (I know I… Read more →
There is nothing better than a delicious moist red velvet cupcake. I think it has something to do with the combination of the soft sweet cake with the tangy cream cheese icing…whatever it is…it is delicious! A close friend of mine, Roelof, is a red velvet connoisseur, so when asked what cake he would like me to bake for his… Read more →
As I love to bake (actually obsessed) and recently received a copy of the Hummingbird ‘Cake Days’ cookbook, I decided to make something I have heard a lot about but had never tried – whoopie pies. Whoopie pies are an American sweet treat, that are part cookie and part cake…sounds heavenly doesn’t it! On Wikipedia, it says they are also referred… Read more →
Are you looking for something different to do it Joburg? Or do you want to meet new people? Either way, you should seriously consider signing up for a SecretEATS dinner, which is an underground dining experience. Every single secret dinner is different from the previous one, this is something that they guarantee. SecretEATS secure the best venues, hosts and chefs for each… Read more →
I have previously blogged about joining GetFit Jozi (exercise challenge – getFit jozi) and yes, I am doing the next and final challenge for 2014, which starts on Monday 8th Sept. However, for this challenge I want to increase the number of days I exercise a week…my aim is to exercise five days a week instead of only three. I am… Read more →