Persimmons have a natural sweetness that is difficult to compare with other fruits. When making a cake, the sweet flavours are stronger and richer, and the addition of nuts add texture. Many call this dish a persimmon pudding, but this English-style steamed ‘pudding’ is a moist cake and not at all a custardy pudding. When…
Baking refers to the process of cooking food using dry heat within an enclosed space. Nowadays, ovens or microwaves are used for preparing baked goods. However, alternatives such as stove-top baking or using heat from coal or wood were popular in the earlier years. In this article, we refer to the basics of baking using…
Tortilla de patatas, a classic Spanish omelette can be served hot or cold, and is suitable to be served all day long for breakfast, lunch, a snack or for dinner. Traditionally it is made with eggs, potatoes, onion and some herbs, but is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Only a few…
Camping is a great way to get away from it all and enjoy the outdoors, but one thing that can make or break your camping trip is the food you take. We’ll explore some of the essential foods to take on a camping trip so that you can get the most out of your time…
Minced beef with holy basil or Pad kaprao is another popular Thai dish. This delicious, spicy stir-fried recipe is made with holy basil and commonly served with jasmine rice and a Thai style fried egg! It is almost a sin to call Thai dishes fast food, but this dish is so easy and quick to…
Starting a bakery or any other business can be an exciting and rewarding venture. Whether you’re looking to open a small neighborhood cupcake shop or launch your own large-scale commercial baking empire, the key to success is having a well-thought-out plan in place. A solid business plan will guide you as you make important decisions…
French crêpes were accidentally invented in the 13th century in Brittany when a cook unintentionally dribbled some thin porridge onto a hot pan. She tasted her ‘mistake’ and liked it. There are other accounts of the origin of crêpes, but one sure-fire fact is that crêpes originate from France where many consider these thin pancakes…
A common term is ‘same same but different’ and this saying certainly can be applied to pancakes, crêpes, and galettes as they are quite similar, yet very different! All are prepared with a flour-based batter and vary in thickness, size, and shape. Served plain, with fillings or toppings, is one of the aspects that adds…
Who doesn’t like classic Belgian waffles? When we were young, waffles were synonymous with special occasions or extended Sunday breakfasts! However you like your waffles, besides making a good batter, you will need a waffle maker or waffle iron to make them fluffy and crispy. We are of the opinion that a Belgian waffle should…
Good food doesn’t have to mean complicated recipes! This waffle batter is mixed by hand as per my mum’s instructions. If you have visited Belgium, you have probably tasted great food and the waffles, an essential eat in Belgium! Waffles generally have a good portion of whipped cream, but waffles have deep ‘pockets’ and are…