With Mother’s Day fast approaching, why not indulge in great food and heartfelt moments to celebrate the woman who deserves it most? This curated dining list has the perfect spot for mom and family, whether you’re planning an extravagant or relaxed outing. From Cape Town to Durban, and Johannesburg to Pretoria, there’s a place for everyone. Delheim, Cape Town Set in the Stellenbosch winelands, surrounded by lush vines, enjoy a delicious set menu, served buffet style that features favourites like Cape Malay chicken curry, pulled lamb, and their famous baked cheesecake for dessert. Start your celebration right with a complimentary…
Perfect as a starter, snack or crowd-pleasing platter, these homemade pork dumplings are a flavour-packed favourite that never disappoints. A delicate wrapper encases a savoury mix of seasoned…
With general grocery prices climbing, why not skip the store-bought almond milk and make your own? All it takes is a handful of almonds, a blender, and four simple steps for fresh, creamy homemade almond milk. Also see: Knife skills: How to chop like a pro chef https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/knife-skills-how-to-chop-like-a-pro-chef Feature image credit: Unsplash
Travelling is not just about exploring new landscapes and cultures. It is also an opportunity to indulge in diverse culinary experiences. Although popular restaurants and tourist hotspots have…
Every cook needs to master knife skills; it’s one of the most important basics in the kitchen. Wielding a knife may seem pretty intimidating at first, especially with the lightning-fast slicing and dicing we see the pro chefs doing on TV. But, with a little know-how and practice, you’ll be slicing and dicing just the same in no time. Ready to elevate your cooking game? Here’s your essential guide to knife basics and how to master the top three cutting techniques: dice, julienne, and chiffonade. 5 Need-to-know knife skill basics 1. How to position your hands It all starts with…
What makes this super green frittata recipe a standout is its versatility. You can customise it with your favourite fillings, from seasonal veggies to hearty proteins. Add a…
You’ve heard of a masala chai latte but have you ever thought of it a delicious cake? INGREDIENTS For the cake 125g butter, softened 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 3 eggs 1¼ cups self-raising flour ½ cup desiccated coconut 1 green apple, unpeeled and coarsely grated ¼ cup greek yoghurt For the chai syrup 3 ceylon tea bags 1 cup boiling water ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 tbsp honey 1 tsp vanilla essence 2 cinnamon sticks 1 cm piece ginger, peeled and thinly sliced 10 cloves 8 cardamom pods, crushed 2 star anise METHOD For the cake…
Top South African and international chefs, mixologists and food personalities will be taking to the stage when Good Life Show comes to Cape Town in May. The lineup…
Candice Philip is one of South Africa’s most celebrated culinary artists, having been the recipient of “Chef of the Year” at the 2025 Luxe Restaurant Awards and the winner of “Best New Restaurant” for Cyra at the 2025 Eat Out Awards. These moments were never a given, they are the result of slow, deliberate, and silent hard work with unshakeable resolve. Candice’s story begins in kitchens where the pace was relentless, the standards unforgiving, and the shadows her birthplace of quiet diligence. She was often the only woman in the kitchen and worked under culinary titans who refined her techniques…
Inspired by over 350 years of winemaking tradition and heritage in the Franschhoek Valley, Franschhoek Cellar has become a tried and trusted choice for excellent quality wines that…