Big Mac makeover

It seems that the folks at McDonalds are beginning to realise that one burger doesn’t fit all as they continue in their efforts for fast food dominance in Europe. People didn’t quite take to the speedy, wham, bam, thank you ma’am Yankee style of dishing up burgers and so Mickey D’s has been forced to adopt a more European approach as it’s increasingly becoming a gathering place for young and old, offering food that’s suited to the region’s varied cultural tastes, from porridge in England, to baguettes in France, to soup in Portugal. In a continent where people take more time over their food, and often with friends, the company is trying different strategies and interior design options. Certain French restaurants have also started with a table service, something which could be rolled out further in the next few years. Big Macs will inevitably cost more if they’re served by uniformed waiters, but so far the signs suggest that in some places at least, people don’t really mind. So what about us here in South Africa? When do we get the Afro styled McDonalds? And what about some local dishes like the McGatsby…

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Video: Chez Pim’s Super Easy Pie or Tart Dough

“Everybody should have a go-to pie dough or tart dough that they do in their sleep,” says Pim Techamuanvivit (aka Chez Pim ), who recently came out with a cookbook called The Foodie Handbook. Here she shows us her go-to, which really does look ridiculously easy. Making a pie crust from scratch always sounds intimidating but this approach is more like playing with Play Doh that happens to turn into a deliciously flaky, buttery crust. (And you can do it straight on the countertop. No bowl required.) Pim finishes it off with frangipagne (she blends the almonds herself, avoiding almond meal) and fruit for a rustic galette. Become a pie dough expert in four minutes, after the jump. [via The Kitchn ] Related Flaky Pie Crust from Sweetie Pies Essentials: Pie Crust Foolproof Pie Dough from Cook’s Illustrated

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