The not so humble Village Kitchen Chicken Pie!

In My humble opinion, a chicken pie is worthy of a whole plump chicken and not merely the leftovers from a chicken roast. In fact I can’t say I prefer roast chicken in a pie. After trials and tests, our method of gently poaching the chicken, then pulling off the soft plump moist meat from the bone is still the […]

Hosting a hungry crowd

There’s a still a lot to be done, but the countdown’s begun. Pressing deadlines at the office, your kid’s upcoming exams, and last minute holiday plans and bookings, Christmas shopping and the lists go on As you plough through you’re to do lists, retain your sangfroid and keep your sights set on the long hot […]

Homemade pancake premix

You’ll find this a real life-safer especially when there are crowds of children sleeping over. Make a container full of this and all you have to do is whisk in egg, milk and melted butter to a cupful whenever you need it. In fact it’s so easy the kids could make it themselves. Fry up some bacon […]

Chicken Schnitzels

Chicken schnitzels This recipe will become a staple in your house. It’s easy delicious and both Kids and Adults love them. Try get hold of panko crumbs for a crispier, more golden coating. Ingredients 2 large chicken breast fillets (about 400g each), each halved into 2 thin fillets 160g fresh breadcrumbs 1/3 cup (40g) finely grated […]