A delicious collaboration – find out more about The Great Marula Menu featuring The Lazy Makoti and J’Something (PLUS: Try a recipe from the book)
More about the book!

The Great Marula Menu is out now from Penguin Random House SA – experience the vibrant imagination of South African cuisine!
The Great Marula Menu is a delicious collaboration between Amarula and passionate home cooks from across South Africa. A curation of the best Amarula-inspired recipes shared by devoted Amarula fans, the book is a true reflection of community and a shared love of great flavours.
With contributions from renowned culinary figures The Lazy Makoti and J’Something, who bring their unique talents to the table, The Great Marula Menu promises a cultural journey through diverse South African home cooking.
From tasty lunches to moreish mains, scrumptious desserts and inspired cocktails, each recipe contains either a splash or a generous pour of this world-famous liqueur. But more than this, the book is a tribute to the land where the marula trees grow.
Gathered within these pages, you’ll find a representation of this nation’s vibrant imagination – all brought together in the spirit of generosity.
It’s a delightful blend of Amarula’s spirit, culinary expertise and the warmth of home cooking, inviting everyone to savour the rich tapestry of South Africa’s food culture.
Categories Cookery Lifestyle South Africa
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