Flavour Notes
Split peas are unforgiving if you rush them — ninety minutes minimum. We use the bacon fat to start the vegetables so nothing is wasted. A splash of sherry vinegar at the end cuts through the richness and stops it feeling like a Sunday nap in a bowl. Serve with crusty bread; it's a whole meal in a mug.
Heating Instructions
All meals are fully cooked and delivered refrigerated. Keep refrigerated (consume within 4 days) or freeze immediately for up to 6 weeks. For best results, defrost overnight in the fridge — frozen-direct timings are a fallback, not the target.
Reheat to 75°C / 167°F internal temperature — a knife-tip held 2 seconds against the centre should feel hot, not warm. Always rest 2–5 minutes after reheating so the centre fully evens out. Reheat once only; never re-reheat leftovers.
Prepared in a kitchen that also handles gluten, tree nuts, dairy and soy — see the allergens list for dish-specific information.
Heat gently until piping hot throughout. Times are a guide — check the centre before serving.
- 70% power for 3–4 minutes in a loosely covered bowl, stirring halfway. Do not boil.
- 40% power for 5 minutes, break up with a spoon, then 70% power for a further 3–4 minutes, stirring between.
- Heat Level
- Medium-Low
- Medium-low for 5–7 minutes whisking gently. Add a splash of water if over-reduced. Stop before it boils.
- Low for 10–12 minutes covered, breaking up with a wooden spoon as it thaws. Stir often. Do not boil.
Allergens
Contains
- Sulphites
May contain traces of
- Gluten
- Tree Nuts
- Dairy
- Soy
Prepared in a kitchen that handles all major allergens — cross-contamination possible.
Common questions
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How long can I keep it before reheating?
Refrigerate in its sealed container for up to 3 days from delivery, or freeze for up to 6 weeks. Once reheated, eat within 24 hours.
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Is your kitchen Halaal certified?
We work to Halaal-friendly standards with separate prep surfaces and no pork or alcohol products. Independent certification is in progress — check the dietary tag on each dish.
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How does delivery work?
We deliver across the Cape Town metro on weekdays. Orders placed before 14:00 are dispatched the next business day. Free delivery on orders over R500.
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Can I customise the spice level or portion size?
Drop a note in the order comments at checkout — we accommodate where we can. For larger events, contact our catering team for bespoke menus.
The Story
Dried split peas cooked until they break down into their own sauce, with smoked streaky bacon, leek, carrot and thyme. Finished with a knob of butter and a crack of black pepper. A very old-fashioned soup in the best possible way.
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