Kelly and Claire

Kelly (46) and Claire (43) are Book Club besties from Kyalami. Apart from many other activities, cooking is something they to best… Here are some Q and A’s from Team Kelly and Claire

 

Kelly

How did you decide to enter MKRSA?

Claire and I were enjoying margaritas at a restaurant and Claire suggested we enter after seeing the auditions being advertised. We had nothing to lose, love our food, and the rest is history.

For how long have you and your partner known each other?

Claire and I have been friends for 10 years after meeting at a book club that was organised by a mutual friend.

What style of food will you be cooking in MKRSA?

We love French cuisine and Asian fusions too. We are also fans of good home, slow-roasted cooking.

How opinionated are you?

I am fairly opinionated – what you see is what you get with me.

What is your ultimate food dream?

To be a food critic. That would enable me to travel and eat in all the fine3st restaurants around the world.

What are your hobbies other than cooking?

Horse riding, cycling, triathlons, and scuba diving – I just love being active. I have jumped out of planes and flown helicopters too.

What do you love most about your team mate?

I can tell her absolutely anything. There are no secrets between us and we never judge one another.

What’s your favourite South African Dish?

Rib Eye Steak all the way.

 

Claire

Who taught you how to cook?

I have loved being in the kitchen since I was a little girl. From gutting fish with my dad to watching my mom make beautiful paellas and curries.

How competitive are you?

Both Kelly and I are competitive. I learnt from an early age that first is everting, second is nothing.

Who would you say is the head chef in your pair?

If we are baking, I am definitely the boss. With everything else, we tend to work very well as equals.

Where does your passion for food come from?

My passion for food comes from my parents. They have insisted that we sit and eat together as a family no matter what day it was. They both love being in the kitchen and I have learned so much from them.

What is your ultimate food dream?

I would love to own a beer and bread “Truck” selling beautifully homemade bread and home brewed beer with beautifully cured meats and homemade cheeses.

What are your hobbies other than cooking?

I love to run. I have 3 small children so love spending time with them. I also love my sport – I love watching rugby and cricket whether it is live or on TV.

What do you love most about your team mate>

I love Kelly’s strong personality and her ability to make me laugh and pick me up w2hen I am down. I love her sense of humour.

What is your favourite South African dish?

My most favourite South African dish to cook are potjies – they are just so delicious.

 

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