Potjie – Tonotopics

October 11, 2020October 11, 2020

Fireside dinner menu # 10

This week’s menu has a lot of braai time. Our potjie did his bit and we even had burgers. We tried fancy fish in foil and then there was the perfect curry. Looking back I see the value in the time we spend together without having to rush off somewhere.

The “boontjiesop” was also made on the fire. Now, you will note that I refer to the Afrikaans, because the English translation just does not sound like it should. The recipe is from the WegTydskrif, but I could not find it online. I promise to write it up this week and share it here.

August 26, 2020

Fireside – Dinner menu # 3

I see with this week’s menu I was quite ambitious! I was also clearly seeking comfort food. From freshly baked bread to apple pie!

I also tried to re-create a favourite restaurant meal with the schnitzel’s that we had on Thursday. I bought ready made schnitzel’s and covered them with a slice of ham, asparagus, mushroom sauce and cheese and baked them in the oven.

On Sunday I only mention the dessert because what more is there to say really..?

You can even come to Morocco with me for two evenings!

This menu is however not to be used if you are trying to fit into those skinny jeans!

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