mince pies

MINCE PIES

There’s nothing nicer than mince pies straight from the oven. Try this recipe from restaurant owner Mariana Esterhuizen’s new book Mariana’s Country Kitchen: Food Through the Seasons (Human & Rousseau), R350, which is filled with recipes using fresh seasonal ingredients from her garden...

Making chimichangas

A chimichanga is a burrito filled with beef, chicken or pork, mixed with vegetables, beans and assorted spices. Normally a 'chimmi' is deep fried, but my partner and I prefer to bake them as a healthier alternative. Served on a bed of lettuce, with salsa, guacamole and sour cream on the side, they're a definite winner with my family and friends, says graphic designer Kyle Shoesmith...