Glühwein Poached Pears With Spiced Mascarpone Cream

poached pears with cinnamon

Nothing smells like Christmas as citrus, cinnamon, cloves and star anise. I know that these warming spices seem out of place when we celebrate Christmas in a warm country like South Africa, but there is something about this smell that warms my heart and makes me want to switch on fairy lights.  Just making this […]

Bread and Butter Pudding with a Twist

bread and butter pudding vintage table cloth

It’s been said many a time: there’s something indescribably comforting about a warm baked pudding during winter.  So that’s exactly what I’m bringing you this month, but not any old pudding…  Below are the instructions for a traditional favourite that’s been upgraded to a whole new level of deliciousness – Bread and Butter Pudding with […]