
STORIES AND RECIPES FROM MY KITCHEN

Hi, I’m Nanette.
I’m a cake artist and recipe writer, baking my way through South African roots and Southern traditions.
Southern Protea is where culture meets cake—flour-dusted stories, tried-and-true recipes, and a little room to be creative. If you’re into buttercream, heritage, or both, you’re in the right place.
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The latest crumbs
Recipes, how-to’s, stories and more—all the latest crumbs scattered across the blog.
Fresh from the oven
Handmade cakes from my kitchen, created with care and shared for joy and inspiration.
Published Work
A peek into the pages—stories and recipes shared through featured publications.
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