Getting Started

Welcome to the family!

Welcome to Our Recipe Book

This website is a special place for our family and friends to share, save, and enjoy recipes from our three homelands: the United Kingdom, South Africa, and New Zealand.

Whether it's Nanna's famous roast, a traditional bobotie, or a classic Pavlova, every recipe here tells a story about our family. And now it's your turn to add yours!

How to Join

Getting set up is quick and easy:

  1. Click "Join the Family" in the top-right corner of any page (or "Register" if you're on a phone and the menu is open).
  2. Enter your email address and choose a password. Make sure it's at least 6 characters with a mix of letters and numbers.
  3. Check your email inbox for a confirmation link and click it. (Check your spam/junk folder if you don't see it within a few minutes.)
  4. Contact Dale to let him know you've registered. He'll grant you access to the site so you can browse and share recipes.
  5. Once Dale has approved your account, sign in with your email and password and you're all set!
Tip: If you forget your password, click "Forgot your password?" on the login page and we'll send you a reset link by email.

What You Can Do

Once you're signed in and approved, you can:

  • Browse all family recipes with photos, stories, and step-by-step instructions
  • Search and filter by category (British Classics, South African, etc.) or dish type (Main Course, Dessert, etc.)
  • Share your own recipes with photos and the story behind them
  • Print any recipe in a clean, printer-friendly format
  • Download the app to your phone for quick access from your home screen

A Quick Tour

The Home Page

The first thing you'll see is "Fresh from the Kitchen" showing the latest recipes added by the family. You'll also spot a fun facts banner with quirky trivia about the UK, South Africa, and New Zealand, and a weather widget showing conditions back home.

Browse Recipes

Click "Browse Recipes" in the menu to see all recipes in a card grid. Use the search bar and filters to find exactly what you're looking for.

Share a Recipe

Click "Share a Recipe" to add your own. Fill in the details, add a photo, and tell the story behind the dish. Your recipe will appear on the home page for everyone to enjoy!