"Mielies’ typically refer to white corn – a staple in South Africa. It is what is used to make maize meal, a polenta-like meal which nourishes the country," Mendes says of this recipe.

The South African favourite, which grows prolifically in this country and is a running gag in the Madam & Eve cartoon strip, ...

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.