• Eastern Promise  Like a film set packed with rapidly changing backdrops and a multitude of newly unfolding locations, Cape Town’s East City is buzzing with reinvention. Picture: Clair Gunn for Cape Etc Magazine Stare up as you stroll towards the mountain on Harrington Street, and high up on one building, you’ll spot a humongous Jack Russell aviator by Belgian street artist Bart Smeets. It was originally painted to advertise Baz-Art’s 2019 International Public Art Festival. Now the day-dreaming pup watches over a fast-regenerating pocket of Cape Town’s so-called East City. The bustling, compact precinct of burgeoning cool is centred on Harrington and, running parallel,…

    With the cost of eggs increasing due to the poultry industry’s battle with the outbreak of bird flu, using alternative ingredients in our meals is definitely something to consider. According to SowetanLIVE, South African Poultry Association (Sapa) general manager, Izaak Breitenbach, stated, “The increase of egg prices is a factor of influenza. If you look at the total amount of birds that we culled that are supposed to produce stable eggs, we probably culled in excess of 30% of the nation’s flock and that is material.” Below are five substitutes for eggs listed by Healthline. 1. Yoghurt or buttermilk Use 60 grams…

    Indulge in the savoury delight of Cheesy Ham, Leek, and Asparagus Pancakes – a harmonious blend of flavours and textures that will elevate your breakfast or brunch game to a whole new level. Whether you’re looking for a hearty breakfast or a delightful brunch option, these pancakes are sure to satisfy your cravings. TO DRINK: Springfield Estate Special Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2009, with full complexity, fine acidity, and a super-satisfying mouth feel. Try these Cheesy ham, leek, and asparagus pancakes Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Savoury pancakes with ricotta and basil https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/savoury-pancakes-with-ricotta-and-basil

    If you’ve ever thought that halaal food is limited to samoosas, bobotie, and biryani, prepare to be pleasantly surprised! The upcoming HalaalGoods Market (HGM) will change South Africans’ perception of halaal food. From Bao Buns to  Korean kimchi, mouthwatering smashburgers to fried ice cream, and from baklava to delectable nutella chapatis, South Africa’s first artisanal halaal food and design market is redefining the halaal experience. Beyond food, it showcases locally made clothing, offers kids’ craft play areas, and even features a comedy show as part of its vibrant lineup. According to HGM founder Fehmida Jordaan, “HGM represents and celebrates the…

    Heritage Month in South Africa is a celebration of the vibrant tapestry of our diverse cultures, a recognition of the threads that weave us together into the Rainbow Nation that we truly are. At the heart of this celebration lies a delectable thread where every bit of who we are fuses for an experience like no other: food. We have a fusion cuisine that has evolved over the years, influencing our diverse cultural expressions in ways that the world continues to marvel at. A Zulu stew is no longer complete without some curry seasoning, and what is a Bobotie without…