From vineyard feasts to heritage dining, Taste Stellenbosch turns the Winelands into one very tempting culinary playground — and we kicked things off with lunch at Cavalli Estate. If there was ever a time to call yourself a foodie, it’s now. Taste Stellenbosch is back, running from 1 August to 20 September, turning the Winelands into a seven-week culinary playground. Some of Stellenbosch’s most celebrated chefs, estates and producers come together to create experiences designed especially for the season — seasonal chef’s menus, vineyard feasts, tasting menus, wine pairings, heritage dining and leisurely brunches among them. The best part? These…
This hearty lentil and roasted vegetable salad is packed with sweet, caramelised vegetables, fresh herbs and creamy confit garlic. Tender lentils are tossed with roasted peppers, red onion,…
The Vine Bistro at Glenelly played host to a supergroup of Stellenbosch chefs for one unforgettable night. Here’s how it unfolded, course by course. There are meals, and then there are experiences. Last year, Taste Stellenbosch gave us The Rockstars. This year, it was The Pop-Stars — and what a showdown it turned out to be. Held at the breathtaking Glenelly Estate, the kickstarter dinner for the Taste Stellenbosch initiative was less a meal and more a culinary overture: a grand, opulent performance from a genuine “supergroup” of local chef talent. If last year set the bar, this year’s line-up…
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This elegant salad combines tender slices of pan-seared pork tenderloin with crisp pears, peppery radishes, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed with fresh mixed greens and sweet dried cranberries. The honey mustard dressing ties everything together with a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavours, making this a sophisticated yet simple dish ideal for lunch or a light dinner. Also See: Crispy crackling oven-roasted apricot chimichurri pork https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/crispy-crackling-oven-roasted-apricot-chimichurri-pork-loin Recipe and image: SA Pork
Comforting and packed with flavour, this creamy bacon and broccoli pasta is just the thing for an easy weeknight supper. Crispy bacon and tender broccoli are folded through…
Air fryers have become a kitchen staple, and it’s not hard to see why. They’re quick, convenient and, when used for smaller portions, can use less electricity than a conventional oven. With electricity costs continuing to put pressure on household budgets, even small changes to how we cook can make a difference. But just how much electricity does an air fryer actually use compared with an oven? And does switching to an air fryer really translate into savings on your electricity bill? We compare air fryer vs oven to find out which appliance uses less electricity and when each one…
From a pillow menu that reads like a wine list to the world’s first water tasting room, this 330-year-old Stellenbosch estate proves true luxury is in the details.…
Crispy on the outside, tender and flavourful in the centre, these salmon fishcakes make an easy and satisfying lunch or light dinner. The salmon and potato cakes are flavoured with garlic, ginger, basil pesto, wholegrain mustard and fresh lemon, then served with creamy minted mushy peas stirred through with salty feta. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and a fresh watercress salad for a meal that feels both comforting and wonderfully fresh. Also See: Quick and easy fishcake recipe
The extractor fan above a kitchen hob performs one of the more thankless tasks in any home: it absorbs the grease, steam, smoke and odour generated by cooking,…