The Classic South African Cookbook

The Classic South African Cookbook is actually that – exemplary home cooking for South Africans the manner in which they eat now. In accordance with the nation's differing societies, which regularly mix most amicably in the kitchen, this book is a kaleidoscope of current way of life with impacts from grandmother's kitchen, mainstream Mediterranean cooking, just as both Indian and African culture. In any case, regardless of what the roots might be, this book sets an establishment for good, legitimate, joyful home cooking, joining all the very much adored and recognizable top picks. The in excess of 180 plans have been refined to ensure mouth-watering results, regardless of the ability level. Just new fixings are utilized, while the different procedures are painstakingly clarified – a genuine help to those simply setting out on their culinary excursions. The best part is that each formula is joined by a full-shading photo.

About the Author

Melinda Roodt and her husband Gerhard are senior pastors at the Delta Community Church in Vereeniging. Melinda is also a public speaker and serves on the boards of a number of charitable organisations working to assist abused women and children, crime victims, orphanages, old age homes and the underprivileged generally. She is also a musician and oversees and directs three bands. As a seasoned host and organiser of various converences, catering for a few hundred people at a time, Melinda has run several cooking courses at her home, teaching more than 360 women to cook delicious homemade food. And if all that isn't enough, she manages her own rusk and biscuit label, Mel's Kitchen, and undertakes oil painting commissions. In between, this mother still finds time to garden and ride horses for relaxation.

Absolutely love this recipe book. I am South African and a lot of recipes are very traditional and some not, still great though. I bought it as a gift for someone but will definitely by myself one as well. --Rose

Fantastic selection of South African recipes. Beautifully presented --Capetowngirl

We recently bought the book and used the Old Fashioned Aniseed Rusk Recipe with superb results. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for 'egte Suid Afrikaanse' Recipes. --Sophia

The Classic South African Cookbook