Rich, hearty, and packed with flavour, this oxtail ragù with witbier and horseradish crumbs is the ultimate winter warmer. Slow-cooked to tender perfection, it’s the kind of comfort food that brings everyone around the table — and keeps them coming back for seconds. Also See: Split pea soup with smoked pork shank https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/split-pea-soup-with-smoked-pork-shank
I’ve always believed that the kitchen is the heart of the home—but lately, I’ve realised it doesn’t have to look so… safe. While whites and greys will always…
Five years ago, grabbing a truly healthy bite in Cape Town wasn’t exactly easy, especially if you were after something that felt more comforting than clinical. That all changed when Candice Coles decided to stop wishing and start doing. “There were little to no restaurants available that offered genuinely healthy food made using wholefoods, offering a decent sit-down experience,” says Candice. So, she created one. What began as a tiny Loop Street café quickly took root in the local food scene – and grew. Today, Wildsprout is a thriving business with three deli-style cafés in Kenilworth, Constantia and Sea Point,…
This isn’t your gran’s cottage pie – it’s a modern twist on a timeless comfort food. Our 21st-century cottage pie keeps the soul of the classic but adds…
We’ve all been there: spent hours meticulously weighing and mixing ingredients only to watch the cake sink in, or worse, during or after baking. It’s devastating. But preventable. Discover 6 common baking mistakes and how to fix them before tackling your next bake. 6 Cake baking tips 1. Sunken cake Causes Underbaking the cake Opening the oven door early in the bake Using too much or expired leavening agents Overmixing the batter Solutions Stick to the recommended bake time and use a skewer to test before removing (if the skewer is clean after a poke, you’re good to go) Avoid…
After ending 2024 on a high, South Africa’s wine industry has entered the new year with a bit of a hangover. The first quarter of 2025 has been…
Hearty and comforting, this classic split pea soup is slow-simmered to perfection with a tender smoked pork shank, infusing every spoonful with deep, smoky flavour. Also See: Crumbed pork schnitzels with pink lady apple & onion pickle https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/crumbed-pork-schnitzels-with-pink-lady-apple-onion-pickle Recipe and image: SA Pork
If you’re wondering what to do with leftover wine, you’re not alone. Maybe it was a gifted bottle that didn’t impress, or that half-drunk one you meant to…
There’s something about a well-made omelette that feels like a small luxury. This Japanese-inspired version takes things up a notch — light and slightly sweet tamagoyaki-style layers paired with delicate salmon sashimi. It’s quick enough for brunch, elegant enough for entertaining, and guaranteed to change the way you think about your go-to omelette. ALSO SEE: Open mushroom omelette https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/open-mushroom-omelette
A new kind of seafood is making waves—lab-grown salmon. This innovative approach could be a game-changer in how we enjoy fish while caring for the planet. According to…