"TOP DECK" TEA BISCUITS & RSG

In my last post I wrote about the blog turning 2 and how grateful I am for the opportunities I have had on this journey so far - well it wasn't a day later when another one came along. Two years ago I could not have imagined that I would be chatting biscuits with a foodie legend on her radio show! Tomorrow morning I will be joining the wonderful Nina Timm on RSG to do just that.

Triple Lemon Iced Sticky Buns and a chat with Jessica Creed

I love to connect with other food bloggers and have made some wonderful new foodie friends since I began Cupcakes and Couscous. I am super excited about today's post which not only has a deee-licious recipe for you to try but also my first international interview! Today I am chatting to baking extraordinaire and Nutella lover, Jessica Creed who is based in the U.K. and blogs over at What Jessica Baked Next. 

Everyday Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

These days I think that most of us feel as though we are running around like headless chickens much of the time, just trying to keep our heads above water and get everything done. I try not to use words like "exhausted" or "stressed" too much as I think they only compound the situation, but if I'm truthful they very aptly describe how I have been feeling for most of this month! I knew it would be a busy time, but goodness me - I feel as though I haven't had 5 minutes to myself at all!

Radio Tygerberg Potjie Competition

When I started blogging, one of my goals - apart from sharing my favourite recipes - was to challenge myself to try new ingredients and dishes. I certainly have done that a number of times, but last Saturday I truly stepped out of my comfort zone when this English cook from the Southern Suburbs agreed to take part in a potjiekos competition in the heart of the Boland as part of the Ommiberg "Round the Rock" Festival.

Honey Roasted Nectarine & Lavender Ice Cream ... and a chat with Hein van Tonder

Cape Town is home to a thriving community of food bloggers, and I am constantly impressed by the work published by us folk down here at the tip of Africa. One of these local talents is Hein Van Tonder, who blogs over at Heinstirred.

Double Chocolate Brownies & a chat with Sam Taylor

In a perfect world I would have hours and hours of free time to spend reading through food blogs. I love discovering a beautiful blog, getting inspired by the recipes and images, and finding out a little bit more about the author. I first came across Pomegranate Days a few months ago, around about the time I started Cupcakes & Couscous. I was immediately drawn in by the friendly tone of the writing, the stunning images and mouth-watering recipes. I knew I had found a gem.