The Hirsch family have been prolific in the creation of recipe books over the years, and this year it was Allan’s turn to bring out his culinary skills and put together his own recipe book in conjunction with culinary whizz and family friend, Vanessa de Beer.
The book – a Taste of Hirsch’s is beautifully illustrated by professional photographer, Samantha Maber and contains a wonderful mix of recipes from Allan’s youth, his travels around the world, and family meals. “We try to spend as much time together as a family and our Sunday lunches are something very special.” Comments Allan. Some favourites: For breakfast, the hugely healthy home-made fibre-rich granola; a delightful, spicey midday meal – Smokey Brinjal and Cashew nut curry or the vibrant Mediterranean Salmon tray bake. Then there’s the family’s favourite chocolate mousse meringue to round things off – or Allan’s baked blackberry (or mulberry) cheesecake and a lot more, all with careful thought put towards the ingredients and the health giving aspects of the dishes as a whole. “The most obvious thing is to know which foods are right for you, taking advantage of what the food offers. This can keep you energized all day long.” Says Allan.
Vanessa thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with Allan in this culinary journey “Food builds strong friendships and creates love and happiness. The best of camaraderie and community is formed around food and lifestyle and it is for this reason that I have loved working on this cookery book for Allan. He is an amazing friend and family man!”
Allan and Richard will be preparing and cooking some great recipes from Allan’s book at Durban’s East Coast Radio House and Garden Show in the Celebrity Kitchen on Friday, June 20 at 5.00p.m. All welcome!
A Taste of Hirsch’s is available from all Hirsch stores, or order it on the Hirsch Web site: www.hirschs.co.za