Mashed potatoes, the epitome of comfort food, have a special place on nearly every dinner table. Creamy, fluffy, and rich in flavour, they complement a wide range of dishes and are loved by both young and old. While making mashed potatoes may seem simple, achieving the perfect consistency and flavour requires a little finesse. Here are seven tips to help you create the perfect mashed potatoes: 1. Choose the right potatoes The foundation of great mashed potatoes starts with selecting the right type of potatoes. Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes are excellent choices due to their high starch content, which…
TANG, Nicky van der Walt’s multi-award-winning Asian luxury restaurant and bar, is set to launch in Dubai in December 2023. Located within the prestigious Address Palace Downtown Hotel,…
Our 40-minute Turkey Pesto Lasagne is a quick and savoury recipe that is the perfect way to enjoy a comforting meal in no time. Did you make this recipe? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa! ALSO SEE: Tomato, spinach and three-cheese lasagne https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/tomato-spinach-and-three-cheese-lasagne Recipe and image: Woman&Home
Sometimes, it’s not possible to pack up the car and head out on a beach holiday. Luckily, if you find yourself in Durban, you can take yourself on…
It is little wonder that a food as crunchy and buttery as macadamias has its own special day on which the world can indulge all their sensory foodie desires with these delectable nuts. On the 4th of September, World Macadamia Day presents an opportunity to celebrate this iconic South African nut, and the farmers who produce them. Although the nut hails from Australia, South Africa is the largest producer of macadamia nuts in the world. South Africa has much to be proud of in terms of macadamia nut production: the sector employs nearly 30 000 people across the value chain.…
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Native to warm climates across the globe, coconuts are packed with tasty nutritional benefits. Used for its meat, water, milk and more, here are five reasons why you should include this fruit on your list of nutritional foods, according to Healthline and WebMD. Contains powerful antioxidants Coconut meat contains phenolic compounds which help protect cells from oxidative damage. Main phenolic compounds include gallic acid, caffeic acid, salicylic acid, and p-coumaric acid. This can also assist in the prevention of chronic disease. Assists with weight loss Eating coconut meat regularly can potentially help with your weight loss journey. The medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs)…
The long month of August finally came to an end, signaling the arrival of spring! As the rest of the world celebrates September as the first month of…
A zesty lemon fridge tart that takes 15 minutes to make plus two hours to set in the fridge. A refrigerated tart requires no cooking and works as well at tea time as it does for dessert… and it’s so easy! ALSO SEE: Passionfruit, Lemon and Coconut Tarts https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/passionfruit-lemon-coconut-tarts
Lettuce is a versatile and nutritious vegetable, but its freshness can quickly deteriorate if not stored properly. To prevent wilted, slimy lettuce leaves and extend their shelf life,…