Up close and personal with Siphokazi Mdlankomo, runner-up of SA Masterchef 2014

Food that’s full of flavour is what keeps Siphokazi Mdlankomo, runner-up of SA Masterchef 2014’s guests coming back for more

 

Siphokazi

What has been the highlight of your career?
Being on Masterchef South Africa and meeting Marco Pierre White.

Have you always had a passion for food?Yes! As a young girl I always watched my mother cook on an open fire using a three legged potjie.

What’s your favourite meal?
I love osso buco with soft polenta and roast chicken and veggies.

Instagram, Twitter or Facebook?
All three! You can follow me here Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Your guilty pleasure?
Chocolate and freshly baked bread.

Top tip for anyone wanting to be a cook?
Read as many cookbooks as you can, surf the internet for tips and watch cooking shows.

What current food/cooking trend is your favourite?
Fermentation – I grew up eating fermented sorghum porridge and bread, which I love.

What are you working on right now?
I’m working on my own cooking show which will be airing soon on DStv.

What’s your indispensable kitchen tool?
My food processor.