Catherine Newman is an award-winning writer and columnist. We All Want Impossible Things is her debut novel for adults. It’s a heart-wrenching yet laugh-out-loud celebration of friendship at its imperfect and radiant best. She chatted to The Penguin Post about the personal experience that inspired this novel, getting a review from Marian Keyes, and what’s next on her writing agenda.
Heerlike kos propvol heilsaamheid is Carmen Niehaus se nuutste kookbook nadat sy reeds meer as twintig kookboeke uitgegee het. Dit is ’n lekker-eet-boek met ou bekendes en nuwelinge wat gesonder gemaak is om steeds heerlik te kan eet sonder om skuldig te voel – net soos Carmen aan huis eet.
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AleitApteit is ’n boek gevul met stories van die geliefde Aleit Swanepoel. Kom reis en kook saam met hom met ongeveer 50 resepte uit sy pen. AleitApteit is ’n hoofstuk van sy nalatenskap en ’n manier waarop hy vir altyd in mense se hart, kombuis en lewe kan voortleef. Dit is ’n pragkookboek, maar ook een wat deel van jou kombuis se bestanddele moet uitmaak – gevul met bekende hartskos en bypassende stories geskryf deur ’n legende.
When you eat the right foods in the right quantities, your body will respond positively and you will thrive both physically and mentally. This is the message Nicci Robertson wants to send with her new book, Thrive. The book includes over 80 mouthwatering family-friendly recipes that are packed with flavour and nutritionally balanced. Whether your goal is weight-loss or improved health, Nicci’s recipes will have you rethinking the concept of ‘diet food’ and heading for the kitchen with enthusiasm!
Jamie Oliver has inspired millions of people to cook fresh, delicious food from scratch. He chats here about the one kitchen item he can't live without, why he dedicated the book to his wife, Jools, and the inspiration for his new book, ONE.
What’s so special about your new book ONE?
Zola Nene’s third book celebrates the diverse cultural heritage of South Africans through the wonderful tradition of sharing meals. In Simply Seven Colours, Zola gives praise to the uniquely South African seven-colour concept with a selection of more simply delicious recipes that tap into the heart of our food nos-talgia, with a focus on going back to basics.
Quick and easy meals are even simpler when you cook with just one pot, pan or tray. And with each recipe using eight ingredients or fewer, requiring minimal prep (and washing up), they offer maximum convenience. ONE is packed with budget-friendly dishes you can rustle up any time: delicious work from home lunches, quick dinners the whole family will love, meals to get novice cooks started.
As a magician waving a wand, Estelle distils this into an array of dishes that feed both body and soul in the most delightful and tempting manner. From humble but comforting soups, through nourishing bowls and elegant meals to impress, to bountiful platters, you won’t be able to resist.
Meatballs
with a Rustic Napolitana Sauce
Building on the demand for carb-conscious, sugar-free and grain-free meals, Inè’s recipes put the emphasis on nutritionally upgraded, healthy eating. Her dishes don’t require speciality ingredients or expensive food substitutes. Living in a small Boland town, Inè has learnt to be creative with what she has to hand: good quality meat and dairy, and the freshest vegetables and herbs.
This Christmas, dazzle your guests with a festive feast featuring tantalising starters like West Coast Bacon Mussel Pot and Salmon Ceviche. Move on to mouth-watering mains such as Lobster with risotto and Rump Steak with Mushroom Sauce. Then at last, cap off the celebration with divine desserts like Easy Fig Tart and Tropical Eton Mess. Elevate your holiday cooking with recipes from renowned cookbook authors, including Jamie Oliver, Yotam Ottolenghi, and more.