Foodies go wild for healthy apple pancake recipe

Foodies go wild for healthy apple pancake recipe

If you’re on the hunt for a scrumptious breakfast that embodies the essence of autumn, this could be the perfect recipe for you. Finding healthy inspiration for the morning meal can be a challenge, and sometimes the usual granola and yoghurt just won’t do, leaving you craving something more indulgent. Sunny Yue, who shares her … Read more

How to make pancakes using chef’s viral method

How to make pancakes using chef’s viral method

There’s nothing quite like a scrumptious breakfast to kick-start your day, but a new morning delicacy has sparked debate among food enthusiasts. The buzz is all about a pancake craze that’s taken the internet by storm. While it’s been a hit with many, some are feeling queasy at the thought. The trendsetter behind this culinary … Read more

Jamie Oliver’s 5-ingredient fluffy pancakes are inspired by his children’s book

Jamie Oliver’s 5-ingredient fluffy pancakes are inspired by his children’s book

Jamie Oliver is widely recognised as one of Britain’s most prominent chefs, but what many don’t know is that he also wrote children’s books. One of these books, Billy and the Giant Adventure, features a mention of the author’s fluffy pancakes recipe that makes them even more memorable. An excerpt from the book reads: “Keen … Read more

Nigella Lawson’s pancakes made with ricotta are a fluffier alternative to the classic meal

Nigella Lawson’s pancakes made with ricotta are a fluffier alternative to the classic meal

Add the ricotta, milk and egg yolks to a bowl and mix well until combined. Stir in the flour, baking powder and salt and whisk until it’s a smooth batter. Beat the egg whites in a separate bowl until they become foamy, and then fold them into the mixture. Heat some oil in a large … Read more

Viral cinnamon roll pancakes an ‘easy to make’ weekend favourite

Viral cinnamon roll pancakes an ‘easy to make’ weekend favourite

First make the pancake batter by mixing together the wet ingredients until everything is combined. Add in flour, baking soda, and sugar and mix until there are no large clumps. Be careful not to over mix or else the pancakes will be too chewy. Then, set aside and prepare the cinnamon sugar filling. Combine butter, … Read more

Six of the cheapest desserts

Six of the cheapest desserts

Mzansi eats are the foods we’ll remember from home, and the foods we’ll miss when we’re away from home. However, some traditional South African foods can cost money to make. You can still have great memories from home if you’re eating on a budget! Likewise, there are many cheaper desserts you can make. What about … Read more

How to make ‘delicate’ berries last ‘much longer’ in the refrigerator

How to make ‘delicate’ berries last ‘much longer’ in the refrigerator

“Berries are probably the most delicate product, and if not properly stored, they can deteriorate in a day,” she said. To see the video, click here. She tested several methods over a period of six months to find which storing hack worked the best. There was one that worked better than the rest. First, she … Read more

How to keep bananas fresh ‘for days’ – hack to keep them from ‘ripening too fast’

How to keep bananas fresh ‘for days’ – hack to keep them from ‘ripening too fast’

Say you’ve added half a banana to your smoothie and want to save the other half, there’s a hack for that too. If your banana is already peeled, you can make it last longer by sprinkling it with lemon or lime juice.  The citrus juice slows down oxidation, preserving the fruit. It may slightly change … Read more

Jamie Oliver’s ‘easiest’ pancake recipe can be used to cook three different breakfasts

Jamie Oliver’s ‘easiest’ pancake recipe can be used to cook three different breakfasts

There is nothing better than a quick yet scrumptious breakfast, and you can make your morning meal even better with this simple recipe. Jamie Oliver’s one-cup recipe is not only perfect for cooking pancakes, but the same extract batter mixture can be used to make tasty waffles or a savoury fritter-like sandwich. In a video … Read more

Gordon Ramsay has a secret cooking technique for how to ‘perfectly’ flip a pancake

Gordon Ramsay has a secret cooking technique for how to ‘perfectly’ flip a pancake

Nothing is better than a crispy pancake with a generous amount of toppings – but many can be put off making them as they are a pain to flip over when cooking. Flipping pancakes the wrong way can lead to soggy misshapen pancakes and half-cooked batter stuck to the frying pan, which can feel impossible … Read more