Dinner in a flash – Cupcakes & Couscous

Chicken rotis with herb yoghurt

Published on January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 by Teresa UlyateLeave a comment

2026, let’s go! I hope you had a fabulous festive season, I must say that after another full year the break was much needed. School and work may have started up again, but summer is still going strong, so let’s kick things off with an easy dinner idea that’s ideal for hot days when you want something quick and tasty. This almost no-cook summer dinner takes store bought rotisserie chicken and rotis, and elevates them into a fresh and generous feast. This is relaxed, communal eating at its best, simply pop everything onto the table and let everyone help themselves.

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One pot creamy mushroom orzo with spinach and chorizo

Published on June 20, 2025June 20, 2025 by Teresa Ulyate4 Comments

If a creamy, comforting and quick meal is what you’re after then you’re in the right place. Not only does this meal deliver on flavour, but it’s a one pot wonder so you’ll have less washing up to do afterwards, love it! The hero of this recipe is the orzo, which cooks together in the pot with all of the other ingredients. My family might argue that the chorizo is in fact the real hero here, and who can blame them?

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Halloumi and couscous salad

Published on September 30, 2023 by Teresa Ulyate3 Comments

The mornings are getting lighter (yay!) but it’s fairly cold and wet here in the Cape. As we head into spring I find myself turning to lighter dishes whilst still craving the comfort that comes from a hearty winter meal. This halloumi and couscous salad is the perfect example of that, and who doesn’t love melting halloumi.

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Herby chickpeas with yoghurt

Published on March 3, 2022March 3, 2022 by Teresa Ulyate5 Comments

I absolutely love chickpeas and trying new ways of serving them. Usually I go for the tinned variety as that is the most convenient option, but lately I’ve been buying dried chickpeas, cooking them in large batches and freezing them to use for hummus and dishes like this one. It’s not too much of a faff if you do a big batch each time, and works out to be more cost effective. Chickpeas have a rather earthy flavour with a touch of nuttiness, and I love cooking them with lots of spices, particularly cumin and chilli. These spicy and herby chickpeas can be served as a simple side dish or lunch alongside a salad.

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Lockdown recipe ideas and my top 8 stay at home tips

Published on April 1, 2020April 1, 2020 by Teresa Ulyate8 Comments

It’s week three of self isolation for my family not to mention one week into South Africa’s lockdown, and it felt wrong to just put out another recipe without acknowledging the strange and unsettling situation that we all find ourselves in right now. So for this post I’m doing something a little different and sharing not only some recipe inspiration but some thoughts on how we’re managing at home, and our new routine. Please feel free to add your own thoughts in the comments, I’d love to hear how you’re doing!

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Easy chickpea wraps

Published on March 18, 2020 by Teresa Ulyate6 Comments

Wow, what interesting and crazy times we are living in! A few days ago I had no idea that this week our little family would be hunkering down at home together (with schools closed and supermarkets cleaned out) and the prospect of another few weeks at home ahead of us. Being in the kitchen is particularly comforting at times of uncertainty like this, and to be able to sit down as a family each evening and enjoy a home cooked meal is a blessing. Over the next few weeks we’ll be doing a lot of that, and I guess that’s just one of the silver linings to a harrowing situation.

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Chutney chicken stir fry

Published on November 21, 2019November 21, 2019 by Teresa Ulyate7 Comments

Who doesn’t love a stir fry right? Quick, easy, nourishing and full of flavour – they’re the perfect week night supper. Stir fry is definitely one of my favourite, speedy meals and this chutney chicken stir fry is fab!

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Chicken in white wine sauce

Published on January 16, 2019January 16, 2019 by Teresa Ulyate10 Comments

Life has suddenly gone from zero to hectic now that we are well into January and getting back into our regular routine at home. And that means that when it comes to dinner time I find myself reaching for my collection of quick recipes for speedy, delicious suppers. Like today’s easy chicken recipe which I am sure you will love!

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