Entries by The Twins

SHAKSHOUKA

INGREDIENTS For the Shakshouka 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 red peppers, diced 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp paprika 1⁄2 tsp chilli flakes (adjust to taste) 1 tsp salt 1⁄2 tsp black pepper 400 ml […]

RHS FINAL RESTAURANT EVENING 2026

Energetic, hardworking, hilarious and driven – the Hospitality Management Class of 2026, affectionately known as the Matrics, are a group of young professionals’ worth watching. For their practical examination, the Matrics took on the challenge of hosting an impressive three- course dinner for 53 guests, putting their hospitality, culinary and service skills to the ultimate […]

CHOCOLATE BANANA ROOIBOS BAKED OATS

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup LaageR Citrus & Ginger Green Rooibos tea, strongly brewed (2teabags) 1⁄2 cup coconut milk 1 egg 2 Tbls maple syrup 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp cinnamon 2 Tbls cocoa powder Pinch of salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 ripe banana + additional for topping Dark chocolate chunks Nut […]

APPLE PIE ROOIBOS BAKED OATS

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup Laager Cranberry & Wild Cherry Rooibos, strongly brewed (2 teabags) 1⁄2 cup milk 1 egg 2 Tbls honey 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp cinnamon Pinch of salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 cup chopped apples 1 cup chopped nuts Greek yoghurt (optional) METHOD: Preheat oven to 180°C. Whisk […]

EARL GREY LAVENDER SCONES

INGREDIENTS 2 cups self-raising flour 1⁄4 tsp salt 1⁄4 cup castor sugar 1⁄2 cup cold butter (cubed) 1 Tbls dried lavender (lightly crushed) 2 Earl Grey tea bags 3⁄4 cup warm milk 1 egg METHOD: Warm the milk (don’t boil). Add Earl Grey teabags, let steep for 5–10 minutes. Remove tea bags and leave milk […]

LEMON POPPY SEED CAKE with a LEMON GLAZE

INGREDIENTS Cake Sponge: 3/4 cups castor sugar 3 Tbls Lemon Zest 1 Cup Butter, unsalted, softened 4 Large Eggs, room temperature 1 tsp vanilla essence 2 3/4 cups self-raising flour 1/3 Cup cornstarch 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp Salt 1/2 Cup Buttermilk 1/2 Cup Sour Cream, room temperature 1/2 Cup Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed […]

BROWNIE COBBLER served with Ice-cream

INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 cup self-raising flour 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 cup castor sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa 1/2 cup milk 1 tsp vanilla SAUCE: 1/4 cup castor sugar 1/4 cup cup brown sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa 1 1/4 cups almost boiling water METHOD 1. Grease a 20×20 cm square baking pan. […]

COCONUT LIME CHICKEN CURRY served with Jasmine Rice

INGREDIENTS: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1/4 cup olive oil Salt & pepper, to taste 1 tsp dried thyme 1 onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup coconut milk Zest and juice of 2 limes 1 Tbls honey 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped […]

RASPEBERRY MOJITO

INGREDIENTS: A handful of fresh mint leaves 1 cup fresh raspberries, cubed 1/4 cup Lime juice, freshly squeezed 1/4 cup Simple syrup 1 cup tonic water 1 cup ice 1/4 cup white rum *optional Fresh lime, sliced METHOD  In a jug, throw in the watermelon and mint leaves, muddle them until it becomes a puree. […]