Pancakes are loved all over the world, but every country seems to have its own unique way of making and serving them. From French crêpes to American pancakes stacked high with syrup, there is something comforting about a plate of freshly made pancakes. This is a South African Pancake Recipe Growing up in South Africa,…
This warm potato and sweet potato salad for a braai is one of those quietly brilliant dishes that always finds its way back onto the table. It’s comforting, simple, and packed with that golden, buttery goodness that makes everyone go back for seconds. At a braai, where bold flavours and smoky meats usually take centre…
Being proudly South African, rooibos tea has always had a special place in my kitchen. Its naturally sweet, earthy flavour works beautifully in baking, especially when paired with rich chocolate. This rooibos chocolate cake recipe is one of my all-time favourites and a true go-to when I want something comforting, unique, and nostalgic. If you’ve…
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 recipe is more than just a dish in our home — it’s a tradition. The kind of meal that quietly makes its way onto the table at Christmas, special occasions, and those moments when only something deeply comforting will do. If you’ve spent any time on lizna.co.za, you’ll know I have a…
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…
Some recipes aren’t just about the ingredients, they carry memories, tradition, and a quiet kind of nostalgia that sneaks in with every bite. This tuna and mushroom tart is one of my mom’s go-to dishes, an easy, comforting recipe that comes together quickly and pairs beautifully with a fresh salad of your choice. If you’re…
