A Night of Laughter, Tapas & Golden Sunsets Last Saturday, we had the absolute honour of hosting a 40th birthday pop-up dinner, and it was nothing short of magical. From the moment guests arrived, the atmosphere felt warm, joyful and beautifully intentional. Our welcome drinks consisted of a refreshing lemon & thyme mix. It set the […]
The Grade 11 Hospitality Studies students at Rietondale High School recently hosted their final practical exam. A charming mid-morning High Tea for a cozy group of 20 guests. From the moment we stepped into the kitchen, the atmosphere was filled with laughter, calm energy, and a genuine excitement to serve. The students worked beautifully as […]
INGREDIENTS: 1 medium onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped Olive oil 1 Tbls Chinese 5 spice 400g button mushrooms, sliced 2 Tbls butter 2 cups risotto rice 1 lt vegetable stock 1 cup cream Handful fresh coriander, finely chopped Salt & pepper METHOD: In a medium pan/ wok, sauté mushroom in olive oil […]
INGREDIENTS: 2 medium sweet potatoes Olive oil Salt & pepper 1 medium onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 300g minced beef 1 Tbls Taco spice 1 Tbls mixed herbs Basil pesto, to serve 1/2 cup Plain yogurt 1 Tbls Fresh mint, dill, coriander mixture – finely chopped METHOD: Poke the sweet potato with a […]
INGREDIENTS: 300g minced meat 1 small onion, finely diced 1 Tbls garlic & ginger mix Salt & pepper 1 egg 500g tomato/ pasta sauce METHOD: Mix all the ingredients together. Shape into balls and bake in the oven for 7-10 minutes or until browned. Meanwhile, add the sauce in a pan, simmer for 2 minutes […]
INGREDIENTS: 500g penne pasta, boiled till al denté 4 chicken breasts, cut into strips Olive oil 1 onion, sliced 1 Tbls grated ginger 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 Tbls Chinese spice 1 tsp paprika 100g pesto 100g cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 100g stock 50g fresh cream 1 lemon METHOD: In a pan, brown […]
INGREDIENTS: 45ml olive oil 500g beef strips 1 medium onion, chopped 1 Tbls ginger, 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 Tbls cumin & coriander powder 2 Tbls Rogan Josh Curry paste 1 can coconut milk 1 red pepper, sliced in strips Salt & pepper, to taste Fresh coriander, chopped METHOD: In a medium pan, brown […]
On the 21st of September 2025, we had the joy of celebrating our friend and Laager Rooibos partner, Mbali Mapholi, at the launch of her brand new book Inkonjane – Nutrition Guide to Heart Health. The launch was hosted at Dia Studios in Hyde Park with an intimate group of guests, and we had the […]
Last week, as part of our mentorship program, we had the privilege of facilitating the Grade 12 final practical exam with the students from Reitondale High School. We’ve walked this journey with them since Grade 10, and watching them reach this milestone has been a proud moment for us. Whether they choose the food and […]
Youth Month is a powerful reminder of the courage and resilience of young South Africans. For us, it’s about honoring that legacy by continuing to create opportunities — whether it’s mentoring Grade 11 culinary students or showing young girls that they can be both creative and entrepreneurial. It’s about representation, access, and celebrating the voices […]
