• Forget the usual cutlery and conventional table manners. A new six-course dining experience at The Pot Luck Club in Cape Town is inviting diners to get hands-on with their food, with dishes designed to be picked up, torn apart and enjoyed in unexpected ways. Taking place on 13 and 14 November 2026, Hands On brings together chefs Jason Kosmas and Ivor Jones for a limited two-night collaboration that combines bold flavours, inventive techniques and interactive dining. Think sashimi served with leaves instead of chopsticks, braaied South Coast rock lobster paired with a liquorice skewer, and coconut roti for scooping up…

    This elegant caramelised fig cheesecake is guaranteed to steal the show. A buttery pastry base is filled with a rich, creamy crème fraîche filling and vanilla, then topped with fresh figs and a crisp layer of caramelised sugar. It’s an impressive dessert for a dinner party or special occasion, with the perfect balance of creamy, buttery and lightly caramelised flavours. Also See: Baked cheesecake with Bar One topping https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/baked-cheesecake-with-bar-one-topping

    These crispy BBQ chicken wraps are an easy win for lunch, dinner or lunch boxes. Shredded chicken is tossed in smoky-sweet BBQ sauce, layered with melty cheese and…

    Light, creamy and beautifully refreshing, this yoghurt panna cotta is made for warm-weather entertaining. A silky coconut and yoghurt panna cotta is layered with bright mango and granadilla jelly, creating a dessert that’s both elegant and wonderfully easy to make ahead. The tropical fruit adds a zesty finish to every creamy spoonful. Recipe, styling and photography by Dianne Bibby Also See: Granadilla and toasted marshmallow ice cream https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/granadilla-toasted-marshmallow-ice-cream

    Samsung and OMO Superlift Auto Liquid detergent are helping take the guesswork out of doing laundry by bringing together smart washing technology and advanced detergent innovation. This technology helps households use only the detergent you need for each load, delivering powerful cleaning performance while helping to reduce everyday waste and household costs. On selected Samsung washing machines, Auto Dispense1 automatically releases the precise amount of OMO detergent required for each load, helping eliminate the trial and error of measuring detergent by hand. Instead of guessing whether a load needs more or less, the appliance helps deliver the right dose for…