A kid who was never treated to hot mielies (corn on the cob) slathered with Marmite is a child deprived. It’s one of those sublime pairings that make a young palate perk up and take notice.

Mielies’ typically refers to white corn – a staple in South Africa, with a more savoury flavour compared with more familiar yellow sweetcorn. Using white corn and yellow sweetcorn, this loaf ...