Heritage Recipes

Heritage Recipes

These are the cakes I make in my own kitchen—some from scratch, some with a little help from a box. A few are layered and piped, others are the kind you mix up on a Tuesday night. They’re soft, flavorful, and rooted in real life—the kind of bakes I come back to again and again.

  • Peppermint Crisp Tart

    Peppermint Crisp Tart

    Fridge Tart & Friendship: A Peppermint Crisp Classic Peppermint Crisp Tart is easily one of the most beloved and frequently made desserts in South Africa. And once you’ve tasted it, it’s easy to understand why.…

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  • Homemade Romany Creams

    Homemade Romany Creams

    My favorite South African cookie, recreated in my American kitchen. Romany Creams are my very favorite cookie in the entire universe (not an exaggeration). They were a treasured treat during my childhood, especially during afternoon…

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  • Plaatkoekies

    Plaatkoekies

    Plaatkoekies (Sweet South African Pancakes for Sunday Mornings) I remember my grandmother’s Sunday breakfast table so vividly. Plaatkoekies were always the star of the show — warm, golden, and always served with a smile (literally,…

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  • Apple Rooibos Iced Tea

    Apple Rooibos Iced Tea

    Apple Rooibos Iced Tea (From My Grandmother’s Table) My grandmother was the ultimate hostess. Her recipes saturate my fondest memories, and the way she presented them was always pure perfection. These days, although she’s no…

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  • Buttermilk Rusks

    Buttermilk Rusks

    Buttermilk Rusks (and why my kids think they’re magic) Few things bring back South African mornings quite like a coffee-dunked buttermilk rusk. They’re a staple in our home — so beloved that I can barely…

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