by Chanel Madolo | Jul 3, 2026 | Baking, Desserts, sweet treats & baking, Sweet snacks
This traditional South African sweet treat is actually very simple to make and ever so popular. Use my added twist and get creative by using different types of jams for the filling. A homemade pastry will be ideal, but I used a good-quality shop-bought short crust pastry and it works really well. Just follow the steps to blind bake the pastry cups first, for the best, flaky results.
by Heleen Meyer | Mar 23, 2026 | Baking, Desserts, sweet treats & baking, Light meals
This beautiful fig and onion tart is perfect for a special teatime occasion with a delicious balance between savoury and sweet – all in one tart. The pastry is made with cottage cheese and some butter, which makes it less finicky, so even if you have not made your own pastry before, then this recipe is perfect for you. I love to be creative with what’s in season and my taste buds have been craving something like this for the longest time. Yay, now I have another delicious recipe to make when figs are in season.
by Heleen Meyer | Feb 16, 2023 | Baking, Light meals, Light meat
The pastry is so easy and super delicious, make a double batch and freeze half for later. This tart has the perfect balance between flavours with sweet cherry tomatoes and aromatic chorizo sausage. It is a sure winner! Enjoy it as a light meal or as a savoury tart at teatime.