Chef Imaan Anders
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Electrifying passion for cooking with a zest for creating visually appealing dishes.
I am private chef with 7 years experience. My love for food comes from my home background and enjoying my Moms dishes, watching her cook with passion and being intrigued by how captivating that was. I'm not a qualified chef but I can guarantee you that my food tells a story of whichever preference you choose. You ring, I bring.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
Cooking is an Art filled with emotion, and I believe that when you slice into that first ingredient, you absolutely have to enjoy every single second.
I learned to cook at...
I was extremely fortunate to have grown up with with a family who were foodies. My love for food and cooking started there,
A cooking secret...
My secret is MUSIC. GOOD MUSIC, GOOD MOOD and LOVE!!!
My menus
Sticky Asian Wings on a bed of fresh cucumber salad with a Sweet and Sour dip
Vegan Asian Cucumber Salad refreshing bites bursting with Asian flavors, and have a perfectly spicy, sweet, savory, and garlic touch
Sweet and Sour Meatballs which are glazed with an amazing sweet and sour sauce, along with lots of fresh veggies and pineapple
Crispy prawn fried Springrolls served with a Sweet and Sour Sauce
Charred beef and rice noodles With a hint of sweetness and a touch of spice, this speedy beef and noodle stir-fry can be on the table in no time. Greened up with crunchy broccolini and bean sprouts, finished up with a fiery chilli sambal
Crispy chicken, chilli, cashew nuts and basil stir-fry served with a traditional egg rice
Five-spice vegetable stir-fry infused with Sweet and Sour Asian sauce served with an optional fluffy white rice
Sour Spicy Fish Curry (Kaeng som) water-based Thai curry that is typically prepared with fish or shrimps and a thick paste that usually incorporates shallots, chilis, and shrimps
Chinese Mango Pudding served using fresh mangoes with cream, fresh milk, glazed sugar and gelatine for the perfect set. This dish is an extremely popular dessert in the Asian culture
Crispy fried bananas served with caramel and drizzled with honey and fine sugar
Deep Fried Nutella balls served with a chilled vanilla ice-cream
Japanese Custard Pudding is a flan-like dessert which sweet and silky smooth served with Caramel
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Smoked Salmon Canapes, served with a dollop of cream cheese and a slice of Salmon topped with fresh coriander, or mint
Warm brie cheese and creamy basil pesto combine in this heavenly spread. Served with Socca, or Baguette slices
Coquilles St. Jacques is a classical French dish which consists of Scallops which is seared in butter until it develops a golden brown crust. It is then cooked in a creamy sauce, mushrooms, shallots and a French home made broth and topped with bread and fresh parsley
Potatoes Au Gratin which is tender potatoes are thinly sliced and smothered in cheese sauce paired with Lamb Cutlets
Crispy Monkfish with Capers, this is my take on wiener schnitzel, a breaded and fried veal cutlet, using thinly pounded monkfish fillets, breaded on only one side, and serves it with a mix of asparagus, zucchini, and butternut squash
Chicken and Mushroom Fricassee with a It has a rich, slow-cooked flavor. A splash of cream makes it extra decadent but still light served with a savory, or fragrant Rice
Beef stew made in a French home made broth. This is the quintessential recipe for boeuf bourguignon — beef cooked in the mouthwatering home made broth served with bread or, Saffron Rice
Vegan French Onion Soup topped with fresh coriander and cream, served with Ciabatta strips
Classic Creme Brulee topped with a melted sugar crust. With a velvety and pudding-like texture, this burnt cream dessert
Traditional French Chocolate Bark is a sheet of chocolate covered with candies, dried fruits, and nuts
Pears Belle Heleneis an elegant dessert made from pears poached in sugar with chocolate sauce on top and vanilla ice cream on the side
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Calamari Tubes filled with golden, bubbling cheese, kissed by the flames. This forms a luscious, crispy crust concealing it's molten heart. With every indulgent bite, a symphony of flavors dances on your palate, creating a truly unforgettable experience
Joojeh Kabebs a Saffron And Yogurt Chicken, or Lamb appetizer. Persian delight showcases succulent, marinated pieces of chicken, grilled to perfection, revealing a tantalizing blend of flavours and spices that infuse each tender morsel. It's aromatic, cha
Salmorejo a Spanish Chilled Tomato Soup is a delightful meal to have on a summers day bursting with the vibrant essence of ripe tomatoes and the richness of olive oil served with either Croutons, or, diced bread
An wholesome Vegan meatball served on a bed of Tzatziki, or Hummus. This vegan dish is by far the best seller which encompassed an essences of flaoring in the Meatballs followed the refreshing flavor of the Tzatziki, or Hummus
Cioppino Seafood stew is a delectable and comforting dish, perfect for seafood lovers, and the combination of fresh seafood and a well-seasoned broth makes it a true culinary delight. This dish is served with a Ciabatta Strips, or a Fragrant Rice
Dutch Oven Mediterranean Chicken Stew served with Saffron Rice, or Fresh Pitas with a fresh green Salad
Vegan mushroom ragu. An Italian vegan hearty chestnut mushrooms dish, with red lentils and walnuts
Roast Rack Of Lamb with garlic herb crust. Indulge in the seductive allure of a perfectly roasted rack of lamb, where each succulent chop is cloaked in a tantalizing, golden garlic herb crust. The tender, juicy meat, kissed by the heat of the oven, releas
Baked Pears with Almonds, Honey and Ricotta served with Ice Cream
Mahalabia (Rose Water Milk Pudding), a traditional Arabic milk pudding similar to Italian panna cotta but finished with crunchy pistachios and a touch of aromatic rose water. The perfect Gluten free dessert
Baklava Ice Cream Sundae
Strawberry Compote with Rose, Mint, and Honey
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On the Fire Garlic Ciabatta with Hummus/or Tzatziki
Mini Cucumbers AND Carrots with Hummus
Deep Fried mushrooms served with creamy garlic and lemon sauce
Cheeseboard - Camembert Cheese drizzled with Honey, or Crottin served with preserved figs in Ginger Syrup, delicious selection of charcuterie, Blueberries, Feta, Green and Black olives, Sundried tomatoes, Roasted Almonds, with seasonal fruit
Mini Lamb Kebabs Sticks with a sweet sauce, and Garlic Sauce
Cocktail Boerewors Rolls with an assortment of homemade relishes
Mini Chicken Skewers served with Tzatziki and Hummus
Traditional Braai Lamb Chops, Dhania Sausage served with Mayo baked beans, cucumber with Potato salad and Gebraaide Broed
Braai Chicken, Spicy Sausage, Loin Chops, all infused with Mint, Coriander and plain yoghurt sauce on the braai served with Garlic Rolls and Mediterranean Salad
Masala Lamb Curry Potjie on the Fire, served with a Sambal and Roti's baked on the fire
Lemon and Garlic infused Fish filled with Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes and served with Cous Cous Chick pea and sundried tomato salad
Fresh Mango Puree made from fresh mangoes infused with Mint
Peach, basil and lemon thyme sorbet
Passion Fruit Sorbet
Pineapple carpaccio with mango sorbet and coconut foam
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Creamy Butternut Soup served with garlic and rosemary melba toast
Oysters served with Red Onion Vinegrette
Sticky Wings served with Blue Cheese Dip
Creamy Chicken and corn Soup served with garlic ciabatta croutons
Deep Fried mushrooms served with creamy garlic and lemon sauce
Mint and Ginger Palate cleanser (Shot)
Curried Prawn Taco served with Avo and Rocket
Lemon and Garlic infused Hake with creamed mashed potato
Mint, Coriander and plain yoghurt infused Tandoori Chops served with Tzatziki and Hummus
Slow Cooked Deboned Lamb served with Tzatziki, Labneh, Hummus, Rocket, Green Chilli, cucumber and fresh pitas
Lemon infused Chicken served with Egg Fried Rice
Coffee Creme Brulee served with seasonal fruit and fresh cream
Pure butter biscuits served with Masala and Cardomom Tea
Vanilla and Caramel Puffs
Chocolate Chiffon with Chocolate Ganashe served with Masala Tea
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Masala Sosatie Stick with Bulgar and Basil Pesto Salad
Samoosa with a homemade relish (Dip)
Bobotie Springroll with Fruit Chutney
Cumin Beef Strogonhof with fragrant Rice
Rosemary Infused Masala Beef Fillet with Potato Dauphinoise
Lamb Infused Braised Cauliflower with Fragrant Rice (Braised) and Sweet Carrot Atchar
Cape Malay Butterbeans Mutton Curry with Roti and Cucumber and Carrot Sambal
Boeber Panna Cotta served with fresh cream and roasted almonds
Fridge set air-rated cream with fresh fruits, sweetened milk and Strawberry Yoghurt
Orange infused Malva Pudding served with creme anglaise
Caramel and Mint Cream served crushed biscuits with Peppermint chocolate shavings
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