• Two one-year-olds and a four-year-old died after eating a popular brand of instant porridge on Friday, prompting a ‘precautionary measure’ to remove it from the stores, Cape {town} Etc reports. While investigations continue, the Daily Maverick reports that porridge manufacturer Namib Mills has recalled Top Score Instant Maize Porridge in both South Africa and Namibia. The food was removed from the market on Sunday after a preliminary examination into the deaths of two babies and a four-year-old child in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape, revealed that maize meal porridge may have been the reason. Lieutenant Colonel Siphokazi Mawisa, a police spokeswoman, verified the event…

    BBC Studios is thrilled to announce that Ultimate Braai Master, the sizzling outdoor cooking reality show, will soon be heating up screens on BBC Lifestyle (DStv Channel 174). Fans of the braai culture can look forward to the fiery, action-packed Season 5 of the acclaimed show, on BBC Lifestyle from Monday, 30 September 2024, airing weeknights at 19:00.  This exciting series brings the beloved South African tradition of braai to life, mixed in with a bit of competition, travel, and, of course, mouth-watering food. For the first time ever, Ultimate Braai Master will be featured on BBC Studios channel portfolio, marking a proud…

    Treat yourself to a refreshing burst of flavour with these rosehip, hibiscus, and ginger sparkling coconut and vanilla floats! This drink recipe blends floral notes from rosehip and hibiscus with a spicy ginger kick, creating a perfect summer cool-down. The creamy coconut and vanilla ice cream add a tropical sweetness that pairs beautifully with the effervescent fizz. It’s deliciously exotic —ideal for summer gatherings or as a fun dessert, and the best part is that these floats are completely vegan. TOTAL TIME: 1 hr + 4 hrs or overnight, to freeze | SERVE 6 Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on…

    What’s for lunch? How about a port-smoked fillet? Find wood chips for smoking at any garden store. Oak and cherry wood are some of the more popular ones. For a mouthwatering culinary experience, try this port-smoked fillet recipe. The rich, smoky flavour infused by the port creates a tender and juicy fillet that’s sure to impress. Perfect for a special occasion or weekend dinner, the meat is delicately smoked, allowing the port’s subtle sweetness to balance the savoury richness of the beef. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a light salad to complement the flavours! INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp olive oil…

    We have all been there before; thinking of the best way to thaw meat so you can get it in time on the dinner table.   Keeping your freezer stocked with frozen meat is a great way to make quick, easy dinners on busy nights. But what do you do when you need to defrost meat fast? There are a few methods that will thaw your meat quickly without compromising safety. Here’s how to do it right: 1. The safest method: Refrigerator thawing The best way to defrost meat safely is to let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator. This…