• Staycations are not, as many would believe, just spending time at home while everyone else is getting their summer on somewhere else. A successful staycation is in the details – as much planning must go into your activities as for a holiday elsewhere. And if we’re honest, a staycation is a must in most homes at the moment – fewer people have the money to travel, but they all still need a holiday. So reframe your idea of a holiday and start with a straightforward concept: your holiday begins when you shut the front door – no commute, no visas…

    Want to elevate your cheeseboard experience? Consider introducing an edible candle featuring a delectable edible wick! This garlic-infused butter candle offers a delicious and inviting twist to savouring…

    There are some dishes that lie close to South Africans’ hearts – food that is synonymous with Mzansi. One such beloved dish is the roosterkoek. These two places are known for serving mouth-wateringly good roosterkoek that makes visitors come back for more. Oude Post Bistro Oude Post Bistro is a hidden gem that steals the spotlight when it comes to serving the finest roosterkoek. Located in the historic town of Swellendam, this charming bistro’s roosterkoek is a testament to their dedication to preserving traditional South African flavours, with each bite offering a perfect balance of crispiness on the outside…

    With its remarkable flavors and eye catching colors, this salad is perfect for the festive table! Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart Made this Nectarine, prosciutto and mozzarella salad recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE:Sustainably farmed kabeljou with guava achar, spring salad and ciabatta toasts

    Shiitake tempura with truffle mayonnaise is the best easy snack to nibble on while have a fun afternoon with the girls. This recipe is also versatile, you can use other vegetables instead of mushrooms – green beans and Tenderstem broccoli work particularly well coated in tempura batter and deep-fried. Recipes and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart Made this Shiitake tempura with truffle mayonnaise  recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Tempura calamari with feta dip

    It’s Christmas time. The time for festivities, and get-togethers and also the time when over-indulgence is at its peak. Perhaps it’s time to do things a little bit differently this year and indulge in a plant-based Christmas lunch. Here are our plant-based Christmas lunch recommendations in SA. 1. OuiBar + Kitchen at Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town View this post on Instagram A post shared by Radisson RED Cape Town (@radissonredcpt) Cape Town has firmly established itself as one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the world. In fact, in one survey done a few years back,…