Category: Global Cuisine

Cheesy Chicken Kyiv (Kiev)

Chicken Kiev dinner

In the 1970’s the Chicken Kiev was the height of sophistication. In 2020’s you can find these in nearly every household at some point on the dinner table. Whether you choose to buy yours readymade, or make it at home by putting your own twist onto the classic it still stays a lovely dish to eat. Why not try to use my step-by-step instructions to make your own cheesy version of this timeless classic.

Cute custard filled bao

Fully cooked bao in the shape of pigs and dogs.

They say you eat with your eyes… Why not have fun at the same time?! I loved bringing out my creative side when I made these super cute custard filled bao.
Not only were they a treat for the eyes, but they were delicious too. In this post I will take you through the fun-filled process on how I made these gorgeous little steamed buns.
*No piglets or doggies were harmed in the making of this confection!

Steamed bao (buns) in the Instant Pot!

A bao with celery and crispy chicken with hoisin sauce.

Sometimes things seems impossible to recreate at home. That is until you know how to! In this post I will show you how easy it really is to make bao from scratch.

Hertzoggies (Sweet South African coconut meringue pastry)

Fully baked Hertzoggies

Afternoon tea just isn’t the same without a Hertzoggie. A cheeky guilty pleasure!

Lepelsteeltjies (South African savoury snack)

Lepelsteeltjies savoury snack

Sweet and salt meets in one bite to give you a taste explosion that will unlock long-forgotten memories.