Gambian beachfront getaway
I received a call from a developer in Gambia to design 80 holiday units, all with separate communal buildings for dining and general entertainment, as well as separate conference and wedding venues with the complementary support structures.
Hearty chicken casserole with dates & olives
New ideas for chicken are always welcome, and this one’s a real winner, especially when accompanied by buttery, garlic-enhanced mashed potato. Here’s a delicious winter warmer that’s guaranteed to earn the cook heaps of praise.
Creating the ultimate meatloaf dish
While chilli con carne remains this kitchen mechanic’s favourite US approach to minced meat, meatloaf comes a very close second. Here’s a simplified, classic, carnivorous recipe for beginners.
Mountain view family home
The Western Cape is known for its beautiful scenery, and for this reason, David wants his house to be built on a slope facing the mountains.
Agritourism basics: Could you make it work?
Developing an agritourism operation may present a viable way to increase your farming income, while still maintaining normal farming activities, but it may not be suitable for every farm or farmer. Julinda Schroeder reports.
Laeveld icecream
Only very good friends share their recipes. This one comes from my very good friend Immie Mostert, who got it from her grandmother, Suzanne le Grange. Now it’s yours – enjoy.
Pork fillets with a sweet pepper sauce
Devoted wok mechanic that I am, pork fillets with sweet and sour sauce are the staple of my stir-fries. But as this delicious, classic recipe from Georgia in the US shows, there are other ways to prepare those pork fillets.
A guest cottage & schoolroom
Here's an interesting design of a guest cottage and schoolroom for a homeowner in Botswana. Let us know what you think of the design?
Is agritourism the answer for your farming business’ woes?
Agritourism can offer farmers an ideal avenue for diversifying their agricultural enterprises while earning additional income. In a four-part series, Julinda Schroeder examines the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a tourism venture on a farm, as well as the legal, health and safety, and business aspects of such an enterprise.
A Mexican breakfast with a KZN twist
Huevos rancheros (ranger’s eggs) is the mid-morning meal on a Mexican ranch. Regardless of its origin, this recipe – in all humility – improves this KZN augmented culinary breakfast delight.
Stage-built manager’s home
A stylish, yet contemporary home, built in three stages. Here's phase 1...
Easy butter chicken
This delicious and satisfying dish works equally well as a midday meal for busy workers and a laid-back, candle-lit dinner for a few close friends. As a bonus, it’s simple to prepare.