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Head Chef at Durban’s Iconic Oyster Box
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Oyster Box’s Signature Dishes

Oyster Box’s Signature Dishes Aroma’s of spices and herbs wafted through the air as Chef Luke Nair, Head Chef at Durban’s Iconic Oyster Box hotel, cooked up two aromatic and flavoursome, traditional Durban Curry’s  in celebration of Heritage month.…

Roast Citrus Chicken with Root Vegetables
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Roast Citrus Chicken with Root Vegetables

Roast Citrus Chicken with Root Vegetables You know what they say, cooking is one of the greatest gifts you can give to those you love so why not spoil the family to a delicious Roast Citrus Chicken with seasonal…

Rooibos Baby Brekkie - Defy
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Rooibos Baby Brekkie – Defy

Rooibos Baby Brekkie – Defy Defy’s Rooibos Baby Brekkie recipe is filled with plenty of vitamins, natural fibres and the multiple health benefits of South Africa’s unique Rooibos tea. Why rooibos tea? Rooibos is naturally sweet, caffeine-free, calorie-free, and…

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Traditional Cape Malay Bobotie – Defy

Traditional Cape Malay Bobotie – Defy Traditional Cape Malay Bobotie What was originally known as the bobotok has now become the infamous Traditional Cape Malay Bobotie. This dish first showed up in a Dutch cookbook dating back to 1609,…

Caramelized Rosa Tomato Tartin
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Caramelized Rosa Tomato Tartin

There is something really stunning about seeing this caramelized rosa tomato tartin prepared and flipped over. Most people know to do it with pears, plums or apples. This one is great as it presents a savoury idea with the…

Hirsch's Favourite Milk Tart
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Hirsch’s Favourite Milk Tart

Milk tart is a perennial South African favourite. The ease of preparation and cooking makes this a dream recipe – what is not to love? Try making our Hirsch’s favourite Milk Tart in small muffin pans – easy for…

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My mum’s triangular freezer cake

My mum’s triangular freezer cake   My childhood was filled with tasty treats however my mum’s triangular freezer cake certainly goes down as my favourite says Allan Hirsch. Ingredients: 2 x 200 g packets Tennis biscuits 125 g butter or…

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Springtime Meringues

Springtime Meringues Made from whipped egg whites and powdered sugar, meringues are light, airy, and very sweet. Follow this easy recipe to make perfect meringues – or use it as a basis for other desserts such as pavlovas or…

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Mini Pakora

Mini Pakora   We’ve got the perfect snack for you. Try it out this weekend and let us know what you think! These mini pakoras recipe makes approximately 45.   Ingredients: 1 red onion, finely chopped 25 ml fresh…

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The Absolute Best Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

The Absolute Best Chocolate Chip Cheesecake The Absolute Best Chocolate Chip Cheesecake is keto-friendly and gluten-free too! The Absolute Best Chocolate Chip Cheesecake is much healthier as it cuts out all the sugar and carbs. Just 5 ingredients mean…