The City of Cape Town persists in its efforts to remove longstanding traders from the historic Salt River Market. Recently, it lodged an urgent court petition targeting the remaining tenants who have declined relocation. According to the Daily Voice, this move followed the City’s notification to traders about the site’s intended use for social housing. Once a bustling hub where locals not only sold goods but also exchanged cultural insights with visitors, the market’s vibrancy has dwindled over the years. Presently, merely four stalls stand at the once-thriving Salt River Market. Igshaan Higgins, an activist lawyer, laments that the court-ordered eviction…
Having the right kitchen knives makes all the difference when you’re cooking, particularly in precision cutting and slicing. The importance of having the appropriate tools cannot be overstated.…
A pioneering alliance has been established by Stellenbosch’s finest chefs with the aim of fostering next-level creativity and collaboration. Spearheaded by Shaun Scrooby of VUUR Restaurant and Bertus Basson, a household name in South African foodie circles, the Onderstok food creative furthermore seeks to nurture talent and push the boundaries of culinary innovation. The choice of the Onderstok name, says Bertus, intentionally strengthens the association between food and Stellenbosch’s reputation for fine wine. The concept evolved over the period of a year from discussions between Bertus and Stellenbosch Wine Routes manager, Elmarie Rabe. The aim was finding ways through respective organisations to continue raising the…
Serve this smashed avocado and poached eggs on spinach soda bread for a filling and delicious breakfast any day. Get the recipe for the spinach soda bread here.…
This is essentially a North African recipe given a Soweto twist with the addition of the sweet potato and chakala! Enjoy these crispy, flavourful sweet potato and chickpea fritters as a delicious and nutritious snack or meal! ALSO SEE: Spinach and feta straws
This lamb chops with minty coleslaw is the perfect dinner for the whole family and it only takes 40 minutes to make! ALSO SEE: Lamb chops with crispy breadcrumb…
Tempo Luxury Restaurant, a beacon of culinary excellence and sophisticated entertainment in Johannesburg, has been setting new standards in fun dining since its grand opening in September 2023. Situated in the vibrant heart of Sunninghill, South Africa, Tempo has quickly become the go-to destination for those seeking an exquisite dining experience accompanied by captivating music. Inspired by the fusion of fun dining and pulsating music, Tempo Luxury Restaurant offers an unparalleled ambiance tailored to suit the tastes of discerning patrons, including young entrepreneurs and business crowds alike. Drawing parallels to the esteemed SoHo, Tempo exudes an aura of luxury and…
Venison on a bed of vegetables is the perfect dish for a chilly winter weekend afternoon. It’s filling and deliciously flavourful. ALSO SEE: T-bone steaks with homemade harissa https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/braai-t-bone-steaks-with-homemade-harissa…
Dementia is defined as a neurocognitive impairment, which includes memory problems that interfere with daily life, eventually preventing sufferers from living on their own. The older you are, the more likely you are to develop dementia. Studies show that poor nutrition can damage the brain over time, our brains are wired to what we eat. So, how can we eat to prevent the risk of dementia? Having a diet that includes a steady source of veggies, fruits, nuts, seeds, unprocessed wholegrains, and certain oily fish like salmon and mackerel as excellent source of fatty acids, which are crucial to brain…
Snoek and cottage pie are undoubtedly two of South-Africans’ favourite dishes to dig into, and we can’t blame you. We’ve put two-and-two together and the result is this…