Highlights the author’s and her late father’s mutual love of food and cooking;Provides a fascinating peek into Bo-Kaap Cape Malay culture, the religious ceremonies and the food that accompanies these events;Approximately 80 recipes, from Cape Malay classics to the dishes served during religious festivities and baked treats, as well as some contemporary favourites;The bold, full-colour photographs bring the food to life

My Cape Malay Kitchen is Cariema Isaacs's heartfelt and poignant account of the extraordinary relationship between herself and her father and how that was reflected in their shared passion for food and cooking. She recollects all of the dishes they cooked and ate together, and shares her childhood memories of growing up in Bo-Kaap (the Cape Malay Quarter in Cape Town), lending insight into the culture, religious ceremonies and family events that have shaped the Cape Malay community into what it is today. But My Cape Malay Kitchen is also a book about flavourful food, richly spiced curries, indulgent cakes and decadent desserts. Cariema's refreshing approach to food showcases many of the much-loved Cape Malay vintage recipes as well as a selection of modern dishes, and is ideal for anyone who needs a little inspiration in the kitchen.