Tag Archives: cured meats

The Great Nitrate Debate….

Posted on February 5, 2014 by richardbosman

One of the questions I get asked most often is wether or not I use nitrates in the curing of my meats. It is a very controversial subject and I will try to put as many facts together in … Continue reading →

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A Castles Secrets……

Posted on January 30, 2014 by richardbosman

I have a cooking cousin, Claudia Cabri aka Miss Lunch who lives in Paris (the French one) and runs a cooking school, restaurant, writes cookbooks and is also an artist. She has Sundays off too, would you believe unless … Continue reading →

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Um…..

Posted on October 16, 2013 by richardbosman

My favourite show in the calendar is soon upon us. The Food Wine Design will be held this year from the 7th to 10th November at Hyde Park Shopping Centre. Organiser Ross Douglas, ably assisted by a team of super … Continue reading →

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Wagyuing the Dog……

Posted on July 26, 2013 by richardbosman

While I had every intention of posting this week, this blog post was ensured by the strike, march and protest action currently taking place in Du Noon. A lack of service delivery has finally sparked this disruption and access to … Continue reading →

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Relish being an African…

Posted on May 4, 2013 by richardbosman

This post is long overdue. One year ago nearly to the day I gave my first charcuterie course at African Relish in Prince Albert. Many of you will have been to this little gem of a Karoo town nestled below … Continue reading →

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Britannia Bay

Posted on March 13, 2013 by richardbosman

My cousin James has an obsession with puns. His wordsmith abilities often astound us all yet his ability to tirelessly continue on despite only a token of appreciation and acknowledgement are qualities to be admired. I'm sure Baden Powell could … Continue reading →

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