Member Since:
Nov. 2009
Cooking Level:
Expert
Cooking Interests:
Grilling & BBQ, Frying, Stir Frying, Slow Cooking, Asian, Italian, Southern, Low Carb, Healthy, Quick & Easy, Gourmet
Hobbies:
Knitting, Sewing, Gardening, Reading Books, Music, Painting/Drawing
My present profession is RE/Max Associate. You would call me 'over the hill' age wise I suppose but I do love life. Each day should be lived to its fullest - say kind words to people - and be thankful we are alive. I love experimenting in the kitchen especially when having guests - I tend to try new recipes then (do not ask me why) very few failures.
My favorite things to cook
French food - amazing flavours with fresh ingredients.
Italian food - the colours send me into a frenzy
South African food - so many cultures to cover - great adventures
Roasts - no fuss amazing results
Traditional Braai - who can resist
My favorite family cooking traditions
Quick and easy pasta with whatever meat, chicken, fish.
Green bean bredie - SA dish
Babotie - SA dish
Lasagne - Italian
Beef Bourginonne - French
Roast Chicken - French
My cooking triumphs
Fillet Wellington
Roast Pork - the OVEN does it!
My cooking tragedies
Baking - however, my oven is my saviour
Croissants - cement bricks!!!!