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How to make Sticky Wingz (Video)

Follow this simple method to make scrumptious homemade sticky wings. So this is how it goes…we start by preparing the chicken wings and shallow frying them in oil (I am not too big a fan of deep frying, although I deep fry sometimes). We then take the things to the […]

 

Addictive Masawu & Peanut Energy Bars

So my family has a thing for energy bars! I decided to do my own homemade version using masawu (a.k.a red date), chocolate, dried peaches and peanuts. They were just delicious, addictive actually! The best thing is that I knew exactly what I had put in them. Go ahead and […]

 

Toasted Open-faced Pilchards Sandwich

I enjoy making sandwiches, there’s just so many ways you can prepare and enjoy them. This here is one of my favorite ways of doing a sandwich- open-faced and toasted! My family enjoyed it with the Pilchards, tomatoes and cheese. Equipment Board Table knife Grater Baking tray Baking paper   Instructions […]

 

Baked Beef-Chicken-Pork Meatballs

I absolutely loved this combination of meats. It came out just great. The meatballs were delicious and the sauce just took them a notch higher. Do give them a go, I’m pretty sure they’ll be a hit in your kitchen! We’ll get straight into it. BTW…. I took the shots […]

 

Honey & Soy Chicken Wings

I had a great time preparing these because I knew the flavours would marry well and the results would be fantastic! Have you ever had a hunch (when preparing something) that it would be awesome? Well, that’s how I felt when I was working on these wings. As usual, they […]

 
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Pilchards stuffed Tomatoes

My three girls and their daddy loved these pilchards stuffed tomatoes. They were gone in minutes! The great thing about them is that they hardly take any time to prepare. You can serve them as appetizers or as a side with your meal. You could also serve them baked or […]

 

Tomato and Pilchards Salsa

I enjoyed making this tomato and pilchards salsa! Who would have ever thought that that combo wold work great as a salsa?! Everyone who took a bite of it enjoyed it. It was all consumed to the last bit. You can serve this as an appetizer or enjoy it as […]

 

5 Minute Pilchards & Veg Sub

Still wondering what to do with your hearty healthy Royal Oceans Pilchards in tomato sauce? Well this here is yet another fantastic, easy to do and tasty recipe to follow. You can enjoy this as your lunch or light supper. It’s again also great for the lunchbox. So if you’re […]

 
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(sponsored) Pan-toasted Pilchards Sandwich

This here is a simple and tasty fix you can prepare, especially when you’re hard pressed with time. Almost everyone enjoys a good sandwich. You can have this for breakfast or a lunch box idea. I used Royal Oceans Pilchards in chilli sauce to prepare this sandwich and some brown […]

 
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(sponsored) Pilchards on Crackers

If you’re into entertaining guests at your place then these little treats will be perfect as appertizers. They super simple to make, take the most minimum of time to prepare (but look like you were at it for a while!) and the taste is lip-smacking. If you’re not so much […]

 
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How To Make a Snack Platter

Here is how to make a snack platter. Give your best to your visitors and with a lasting impression on top using a snack platter as an appetizer. This platter has meat balls, cocktail sausage rolls, chicken mayo sandwiches and vegetable samoosas. Here’s a quick guide on how to do […]

 
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Mhandire Snack (toasted corn and groundnuts)

This is a very popular snack here in Zimbabwe, especially after nguva yekukohwa (harvest season). It’s common both in the rural and urban areas. There’s nothing much to the preparation though! It’s pretty simple. I know some usually soak the chibage (corn) overnight, but I soaked mine over some days […]