On safari in South Africa, the author’s plan for plains game—to have no plan at all—couldn’t have worked better. The plan for Cape buffalo, well, that’s another story.
If you are feeling under the weather, perhaps a bowl of medicine bird soup is the cure. Even today, trappers will make soup from a ruffed grouse to treat colds and other ailments.
While venison is not typically paired with tikka masala, it works exceptionally well. The sauce is rich with butter and cream, and the unique blend of spices adds comfort and warmth.