Lehla Eldridge brings a unique blend of performance artistry and visual storytelling to her writing and illustration. With a background in theater, she approaches her work with a keen sense of narrative and imaginative flair. Eldridge is a passionate advocate for self-directed learning and celebrates respectful, individualized approaches to childhood education. Her illustrations, especially for children's books, are known for their vibrancy and ability to captivate young audiences.
This illustrated cookbook makes a wonderful gift and a memento for both locals and tourists. The illustrator has captured various landmarks around South Africa to accompany the many local recipes she has garnered from cooks around the country. Recipes include traditional Xhosa, Zulu, English, Afrikaans, Cape Malay, Indian, Portuguese and contemporary South African dishes.