• In an exhilarating culinary showdown spanning three cities – Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town – the semi-finals of the RCL Foods Young Chef & Baker Challenge 2023, held on September 14, 2023, showcased the exceptional skills and creativity of young chefs and bakers from various culinary training programmes across South Africa. Amidst fierce competition, the top three teams from each Semi-Final event have emerged victorious, securing their coveted places in the forthcoming National Finals. The stakes are high at the national final, with generous cash prizes awaiting the top three teams – R30 000 for the first-placed team, R20 000…

    West coast fish stew served with pot beer bread Rich in fresh flavours and easy to whip up, this west coast fish stew served with pot beer bread is best enjoyed with a glass of chilled white wine and lashings of butter. COOKING TIME 1 hour 30 minutes, excluding the pot beer bread’s rising time | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS Pot beer bread 420g cake flour 1 x 10g sachet instant yeast 350ml beer 3ml salt Stew 2 onions, sliced 4 garlic cloves, crushed 250ml white wine 2 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes 2 fresh bay leaves zest of 1 lemon…

    Your new order is sorted. Think two skewers of tender chicken breast pieces, smothered in smoky, shisanyama spices and flame-grilled to perfection, just how you like it!  Not Nando’s emerging out of a long arduous winter like, “Where’s my stick”?  Spring is around the corner, and that means it’s time for new beginnings. Nothing less at Nando’s, who are introducing the new Cabo Sosatie and Single Chips at a lekker price to welcome in the change of season.   The delicious sosatie meal comes with two skewers of tender chicken breast pieces, smothered in South African smoky shisanyama spices and flame-grilled…

    In a remarkable event held in the heart of New York City on 19 September, Prince William and The Earthshot Prize proudly unveiled ABALOBI as one of the 15 finalists for the prestigious 2023 Earthshot Prize. This global environmental award celebrates and honours innovators who are dedicated to addressing our planet’s most pressing climate challenges. Founded by Prince William in 2020, The Earthshot Prize has a bold mission: to discover and scale the world’s most ingenious climate and environmental solutions, ultimately safeguarding and rejuvenating our planet. The prize is centered around five visionary “Earthshots,” each setting ambitious goals for the…

    Indulge in the sweet symphony of nature’s bounty with this delightful English country dessert, Berried Treasure Pudding. This delectable dessert is a celebration of vibrant, ripe berries that burst with flavour by food stylist Natalie Bell. Whether you’re looking to impress your guests at a special gathering or simply craving a luscious treat, this pudding is the perfect choice. Make this Berried Treasure Pudding recipe:  ALSO SEE: Peach and raspberry conserve https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/peach-raspberry-conserve Recipe by food stylist Natalie Bell.