COOKBOOK TO LUST OVER

Ilse van der Merwe, creator of Cape Mediterranean The Way We Love To Eat says, “In South Africa, especially the Western Cape, we love the culture of lingering, social lunch tables. We savour coming together to celebrate local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.” And we can agree. This cookbook is a celebration of exceptional local Mediterranean-style produce. It features more than 75 delectable and inspired recipes, from breads, dips and tapas to lavish salads, succulent roasts, freshly made pastas and heavenly desserts. The recipes bring seasonal produce to the fore, and the balance of dishes and ease of preparation will have you inviting friends and family over to share the delicious meals you prepare. And even if you’re not that much of a whizz in the kitchen, you’ll love paging through the book with its lovely pictures by Tasha Seccombe. Visit Ilse’s food blog thefoodbox.com to see what else she’s up to. Available for R368 at Exclusive Books.