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I am no Martha Stewart; I am no Marco Pierre White; I am no Rachel Khoo; I am no Jamie Oliver (okay maybe a little Jamie Oliver but not quite). The point is that I am just a sparkly girl standing in front of an oven-and-hob, asking it to love me. I experiment. I am messy. I have no fancy equipment – my oven has even decided not to close its door on me – and the outside world – fully. And half of the gradient markings on the knobs have disappeared (there are many conspiracy
theories surrounding this). What I do, is yummy food that brings smiles to faces and usually has a touch of whimsy. Did I mention I am messy?

Potato and Boerewors Soup with Mature Cheddar Cheese

Potato and Boerewors Soup with Mature Cheddar Cheese

Posted on Aug 27, 2022Aug 27, 2022 by Sparkle Ellie
This Potato and Boerewors Soup with Mature Cheddar Cheese is delicious, cold or hot, so you are covered whatever the weather chooses to do.... Read More
Lemon and Coconut Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Lemon and Coconut Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Posted on May 17, 2022May 27, 2022 by Sparkle Ellie
What better day and time to add a new recipe than World Baking Day? The Lemon and Coconut Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delicious recipe that isn’t too sweet. It’s super easy to... Read More
Pecan Nut and Dark Chocolate Crisp Cookies

Pecan Nut and Dark Chocolate Crisp Cookies

Posted on Nov 24, 2021Nov 24, 2021 by Sparkle Ellie
Everybody likes a good biscuit. The judgement is still out on whether the correct cookie is crisp and thin, or ooey-gooey and chunky (or a mixture of both) – I say it depends on the baking or baker.... Read More
Healthy-ish Sweet Potato Flapjacks

Healthy-ish Sweet Potato Flapjacks

Posted on May 21, 2021May 21, 2021 by Sparkle Ellie
So, I have been trying to lose my Christmas (okay several Christmases) kilos over the last few months. I truly enjoyed Salted Choc Chip Cookies (amongst other yummies) and two dress sizes later, I kne... Read More
Salted Choc Chip Cookies

Salted Choc Chip Cookies

Posted on Dec 26, 2020Dec 26, 2020 by Sparkle Ellie
Yields 36 Who doesn’t like a good chocolate chip cookie? Santa does. The Cookie Monster for sure. So, why not the South African public? These Salted Choc Chip cookies are the future – they... Read More
Cheat Daleesh Chocolate Cake

Cheat Daleesh Chocolate Cake

Posted on Oct 8, 2020Oct 17, 2020 by Sparkle Ellie
The cheat isn’t about the calories. Calories don’t count when eating chocolate cake or during a pandemic. The cheat is about using cake mix and not making it from a scratch. Scratch cakes have the... Read More
Coffee-Nut Date Loaf

Coffee-Nut Date Loaf

Posted on Jul 25, 2020Jul 25, 2020 by Sparkle Ellie
I was craving a date or two during the lockdown. And let’s be honest who doesn’t enjoy a good date now and then? Armed with my date-craving and the lockdown baking bug, as well as the best coffee ... Read More
PB+J Oat COVID Crumble

PB+J Oat COVID Crumble

Posted on Apr 28, 2020Apr 28, 2020 by Sparkle Ellie
No matter whether you are working during the lockdown or not, there is no Mr D, Uber Eats or ordering-in. So, baking, cooking and experimenting are the only ways forward (for now). And with COVID-19, ... Read More
Fancy Lemon and Pop Muffins {Gluten-free}

Fancy Lemon and Pop Muffins {Gluten-free}

Posted on Mar 17, 2020Mar 17, 2020 by Sparkle Ellie
Why do cupcakes have to have all the fun? Just because they have fancy as fudge toppings and used in celebrations. Come now! Muffins can also be cool, fun, sassy and bedazzled – even when gluten-fre... Read More
Rainbow Salad with Spicy Harissa Mayo (V)

Rainbow Salad with Spicy Harissa Mayo (V)

Posted on Jan 14, 2020Jan 14, 2020 by Sparkle Ellie
If you think salads are boring and leave you hungry 30 minutes after you eat it – think again. This salad is satisfying, delicious, filling, spicy and easy to make. You can eat it as is, as a si... Read More
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I believe in sparkles. I believe that you shouldn’t chase the quaffle if you see the snitch. I believe that fire is catching and if we burn, then everyone burns with us (in a good sparkly way).

I believe that good food shouldn’t be complicated and that it should always be fun. I believe animals should be respected, loved, protected and cared for.

I believe that life should be celebrated – especially with a Brut MCC and tart berries.

I believe in a thing called love … and this includes the absolute love of my country, South Africa. But most of all I believe…

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