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Grilled Dorado
Grilled Dorado with bell pepper eggplant tomato lemon pomegranate sauce. Dorado, also known as mahi-mahi or golden fish, is a firm, flavorful fish that holds up wonderfully on the grill. When paired with this colorful, zesty sauce, it creates a perfect balance of freshness, sweetness, and savory goodness.
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Melktert
It is a delicious tart that is made from a pastry base filled with a set milk-based custard and dusted with ground cinnamon. Melktert (meaning “milk tart” in Afrikaans) is a beloved South African dessert that has been passed down through generations. This classic tart features a pastry base filled with a smooth, creamy milk-based custard, and is topped with a generous dusting of ground cinnamon. It's the epitome of comfort food — rich, velvety, and subtly spiced — making it a favorite treat in homes across South Africa.
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Delicious Vanilla Cream Cake
Delicious vanilla cream cake with raspberries and crumb almond topping. A timeless family recipe passed down 3 generations. Soft, buttery vanilla cake forms the foundation, enriched with velvety cream filling and bursts of fresh raspberries. Topped with a golden almond crumb, this cake is a masterpiece of crunch, creaminess, and fruitiness, making it perfect for any occasion.
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Fried Meat & Potatoes
The combination of fried meat and potatoes is a timeless British favorite, offering a hearty, satisfying, and flavorful meal. Rooted in British culinary tradition, this dish is both simple and comforting, often enjoyed as a home-cooked meal or a pub classic. Whether served as bubble and squeak, corned beef hash, or steak and chips, the pairing of crispy potatoes and juicy, well-seasoned meat makes this dish an all-time favorite.
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Grilled Lobster with Cream Sauce
Grilling lobster enhances the natural flavors of lobster by adding a subtle smokiness while keeping the meat juicy and tender. The high heat caramelizes the lobster shell, which adds depth to its already delicious taste. Paired with a rich, buttery cream sauce, this dish achieves the perfect balance of succulent seafood and creamy indulgence.
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Honey Toast With Whipped Cream Vanilla Ice Cream
Honey toast with whipped cream, vanilla bean ice cream, topped with a honey glaze. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside – Toasted buttered bread creates the ideal crunch. ✔ Sweet and creamy toppings – The richness of vanilla bean ice cream and whipped cream pairs beautifully with the deep caramel notes of honey.
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Crab & Ginger
The combination of crab and ginger is a timeless classic in seafood cuisine, offering a mix of sweetness, spice, and umami. Whether stir-fried, steamed, or simmered in a soup, this dish is a must-try for anyone who loves bold yet balanced flavors.
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Let's Eat San Mateo
The highly anticipated Let's Eat San Mateo, CA will feature 200 chefs and apprentices from around the world, showcasing hundreds of delectable dishes and a diverse selection of food and drink items. Events will take place across multiple locations, with most being exclusive to members. Members will have the first opportunity to pre-order their selections online, ensuring access to limited-quantity specialties. After the pre-order period, the general public will be able to purchase high-volume dishes, making this a unique culinary experience for all!
Bobotie
South African dish, minced lamb seasoned with curry powder, spices, and condiments, and topped with a custard-like egg and milk mixture, then baked. Bobotie’s origins trace back to the Dutch settlers in the Cape Colony (now Cape Town) during the 17th century. Over time, it evolved, incorporating Malay and Indian flavors, with curry powder, raisins, and chutney becoming integral to the dish. The blend of sweet and savory, spiced with aromatic curry powder, gives Bobotie its characteristic flavor. It became a favorite in South African homes, offering a hearty, flavorful meal with a distinct touch of warmth from the spices and the creamy topping.
Stewed Potatoes & Beef
Stewed Potatoes and Beef is the epitome of comfort food—tender, juicy beef slow-cooked to perfection with potatoes, onions, and a medley of flavorful vegetables in a rich, savory broth. This humble yet hearty dish has stood the test of time, loved for its satisfying flavors and comforting warmth.
Grape & Chocolate 5 Layer Cake
Grape juice infused cream, layered between chocolate cake, and topped with a fudge sauce. Chocolate and fruit are a natural pairing, with berries often taking the spotlight. However, grape juice brings a bold, slightly tangy sweetness that enhances the depth of dark chocolate while adding a silky, aromatic twist to the cream. When layered between moist chocolate cake and finished with a luscious fudge sauce, this dessert becomes an unforgettable treat.
Smoked & Roasted Veggies
Veggies with feta & olive oil light secondo full of garden favors paired with dry white wine
Sumac-Spiced Salmon
Sumac-spiced salmon and tangy feta cubes roast together with mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and strips of bell pepper until everything is tender and juicy served with luxuriously soft cheese
salmon, tangy feta cubes, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and bell pepper"
Grilled Lobster with Cream Sauce
Grilling lobster enhances the natural flavors of lobster by adding a subtle smokiness while keeping the meat juicy and tender. The high heat caramelizes the lobster shell, which adds depth to its already delicious taste. Paired with a rich, buttery cream sauce, this dish achieves the perfect balance of succulent seafood and creamy indulgence.
Let's Eat San Francisco
The upcoming Let's Eat S.F. will spotlight 275 chefs and apprentices from around the world, presenting hundreds of mouthwatering dishes and a wide range of food and drink items. The events will be held across multiple locations, with the majority being member-only events. Most items will be available for pre-order on the website prior to the events.
Beef, Chicken Kebab, BBQ
The combination of beef and chicken kebabs, roasted and grilled vegetables, and South African flavors creates a rich and vibrant meal that is both comforting and exciting. This dish brings together the sizzling savory goodness of skewered meats, roasted potatoes, juicy tomatoes, and fragrant rice infused with the bold, aromatic spices of South Africa.
