• You’ll have a tree-mendous Christmas with these easy tree-shaped treats! INGREDIENTS For the cakes ½ cup flour ½  cup ground almonds 1 ¼ cups caster sugar, divided 8 egg whites, at room temperature 1 tsp cream of tartar 1 pinch salt 1 tsp vanilla essence 3 egg yolks To decorate 1 cup white chocolate, melted 2 cups unsalted pistachios, finely chopped or ground ½ cup icing sugar 1 handful colourful dragée balls, optional METHOD For the cakes Preheat the oven to 170°C. CUT out 12 rounds of baking paper, fashion into cones and place in the holes of an ovenproof (silicone) cone…

    Making biscuit decorations is a great activity to do with kids: fill bowls with different coloured icings and toppings, and let them decorate and be creative. ALSO SEE: Spiced chocolate cheesecake with Christmas-cake crust https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/spiced-chocolate-cheesecake-christmas-cake-crust

    Christmas isn’t truly Christmas without a succulent, mouthwatering meaty dish. This festive season, gather around the table and treat your guests to our gourmet roasted lamb shoulder. With…

    Crispy, crunchy  and flavourful. Try these Fragrant lamb rolls with pomegranate drizzle at your next get together. PREP TIME 30  minutes | COOK TIME 30 minutes | MAKES 28  INGREDIENTS  FRAGRANT LAMB ROLLS  1 tbsp olive oil 350 g lamb mince  1 red onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp sumac 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tbsp baharat spice 2 tbsp chopped coriander, root and stem ¼ cup currants ( dried as optional) ⅓ cup red wine vinegar 100 g halloumi, grated 14 sheets phyllo pastry 150 g butter, melted POMEGRANATE DRIZZLE ¼ cup pomegranate concentrate 2 tbsp…

    Cape Town is a city known for its incredible food scene, particularly when it comes to fresh seafood. But beyond the beaches and fish markets, the Mother City also boasts some of the finest steakhouses in the world. From the iconic Hussar Grill to the modern Butcher Shop & Grill, there’s no shortage of exceptional places for steak lovers to indulge. Among the many contenders, TimeOut has awarded IRON Steak and Bar on Bree Street as an emerging global favourite. Known for its expertly cooked steaks and a menu that combines tradition with innovation, IRON has set the bar high. View this post…

    Bring a touch of European tradition to your festive baking with this Toscakaka (Caramel Almond Cake) recipe! This holiday classic features a soft, buttery sponge crowned with a golden, caramelised almond topping that’s sweet, nutty, and irresistibly crunchy. One bite, and it’s sure to become a cherished holiday tradition! ALSO SEE: Spiced chocolate cheesecake with Christmas-cake crust Recipe by Angelina Claassen