If you’re looking for the ultimate Chicken Mayo Tramezzini recipe, this one is about to become your go-to. This Chicken Mayo Tramezzini with crispy bacon and melted cheese is one of those comfort meals I turn to when I really don’t feel like cooking… but still want something warm, indulgent, and satisfying. It’s not the…
Malva pudding recipe lovers, this one is for you. If you are looking for a dessert that feels like home, this traditional South African favourite is rich, soft, syrupy, and filled with nostalgia. In our family, this classic dessert is known as bruin poeding, and it has always been one of those comforting bakes that…
Rooibos tea chocolate cake is one of those recipes that feels like home in every bite. Rich, incredibly moist, and completely dairy free, this cake is a beautiful balance of indulgence and nostalgia. I know my blog has been a mix of beauty, travel, and lifestyle lately over on lizna.co.za, but recipes like this always…
I know, I know… June arrived and I completely ghosted my blog. Not intentionally, I promise. Life has just been doing that chaotic whirlwind thing lately. We’re in the middle of preparing for a 1500 km move across the country, and for a while our house felt like a revolving door of estate agents, viewings,…
Lamb shank pie is more than just a recipe in our home — it’s a tradition. The kind of dish that quietly makes its way onto the table at Christmas, special occasions, and those moments when only something truly comforting will do. If you’ve spent any time on lizna.co.za, you’ll know I have a soft…
Chocolate cheat cake is the ultimate shortcut dessert — rich, indulgent, and secretly one of the easiest cakes you’ll ever make. If you’ve seen my Nettari post, you’ll know that more foodie content has been on the way. And this is officially the first one, featuring some of the delicious syrups from Nettari. You can…
If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you’ve probably seen me mention PCOS here and there, along with bits and pieces of my experience. But I’ve never actually sat down and dedicated an entire post to it before. So, let’s start at the beginning with a proper introduction and answer the question: what…
![[Braai Side] Pasta Salad](https://i0.wp.com/www.lizna.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/20210219184312_IMG_1695.jpg?fit=2048%2C1366&ssl=1 "[Braai Side] Pasta Salad - A perfect Braai Side 14")
Pasta salad for a braai is one of those go-to dishes that never fails — and this one has definitely earned its place in my recipe collection. I first discovered and adapted this delicious pasta salad recipe when I needed to make a big dish for a birthday bring-and-braai a while ago. You know the…
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