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Fillet Steak & Chips

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Oxford Favourites
Meat
Main Course
  • 2 fillet steaks (200–250g each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (optional)
  • 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chips
  • Oil for deep frying or roasting
  • Salt to taste
  • Creamy peppercorn sauce or garlic butter
  • Salad or grilled vegetables

Beef Flank Stir Fry

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  • 500g beef flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 2–3 spring onions, sliced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with a splash of water)

Baked Chicken Fillets

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Lunch
Health & Wellness
Main Course
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken fillets (about 150–180g each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp dried mixed herbs (or Italian seasoning)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes for a bit of heat
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or lemon wedges
  • Avocado And Bacon Egg Boats

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    Breakfasts
  • 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
  • 4 small eggs (or 2 medium eggs, divided between halves)
  • 4 slices of streaky bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • ¼ cup grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: chopped chives or spring onions, for garnish
  • Optional: chili flakes or paprika, for extra flavour
  • Light Prawn & Calamari Spaghetti

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    Seafood
    Main Course
    Italian Meals
  • 250g spaghetti
  • 200g prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 200g calamari rings (or tubes, sliced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • ½ cup dry white wine or seafood stock
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Optional: grated parmesan or a drizzle of olive oil for serving
  • Tender & Crisp Chicken Legs With Sweet Tomatoes

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    Main Course
    Lunch
    Dinners
  • 4 whole chicken legs (drumstick + thigh)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 250g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • A few sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
  • Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes for a bit of heat
  • Fresh basil, for garnish
  • Pineapple & Coconut Cake

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    Desserts
    Cakes
    • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • ½ tsp baking soda
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • ½ cup desiccated coconut
    • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
    • ¾ cup sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice)
    • ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
    • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
    • ¼ cup butter, softened
    • 2 cups icing sugar, sifted
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 2 tbsp pineapple juice (or milk, if preferred)
    • ¼ cup toasted coconut, for topping (optional)

    Spiced Carrot Cake

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    Desserts
    Cakes
    • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • ½ tsp baking soda
    • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
    • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
    • ¼ tsp ground ginger
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • 2 large eggs
    • ¾ cup brown sugar
    • ½ cup vegetable oil
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1½ cups grated carrots
    • ½ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
    • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
    • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
    • ¼ cup butter, softened
    • 2 cups icing sugar, sifted
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • Optional: extra chopped nuts or a sprinkle of cinnamon for garnish

    Oxtail and Red Wine Potjie

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    Hearty Meals
    Dinners
    Main Course
    Proudly South African
  • 2 kg oxtail pieces
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp flour (for dusting)
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 500 ml dry red wine
  • 500 ml beef stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 250g button mushrooms (optional)
  • 2–3 baby potatoes per person (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Creamy mushroom vol-au-vents

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    Dinners
    Vegetarian
  • 12 ready-made vol-au-vent pastry cases
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 250g mushrooms, finely chopped (button, portabellini or mixed)
  • 1 tsp thyme leaves or mixed herbs
  • ½ cup cream
  • ¼ cup cream cheese (optional, for extra richness)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Grated parmesan or cheddar (optional topping)
  • Beef Wellington

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    Dinners
    Main Course
  • 1kg beef fillet (centre-cut)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp English or Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 500g mushrooms, finely chopped (button or portabellini)
  • 1 tsp thyme leaves
  • 8–10 slices prosciutto or Parma ham
  • 500g puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Flour, for dusting
  • Roast Carrot & Fennel Soup With Ginger

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    Dinners
    Lunch
    Health & Wellness
    Vegetarian
  • 500g carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 large fennel bulb, trimmed and sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp ground coriander (optional)
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ cup coconut milk or cream (optional, for extra richness)
  • Fresh fennel fronds or coriander, for garnish