• As women approach and go through menopause, they experience a range of health challenges. One of the most significant aspects of menopause is the decline in estrogen, which impacts quality of life and affects many areas of health including bone and heart health. While this life stage brings its own set of hurdles, what you eat can help manage these menopausal changes. Dairy products have been shown to play a crucial role in supporting women’s health during menopause.    Here’s how adding enough dairy to your daily diet can benefit your health during menopause.  Strong bones for health We go through much of our adult…

    Who doesn’t love a good chicken and rice combo? We sure do! Prep for the weekend feasts with tender chicken thighs paired with a delish spicy pea and pepper rice. It’s perfect for a quick and easy Saturday dinner, and it’ll be a winner if you’re hosting! ALSO SEE: Spicy rice with Pilchard fish cakes and chutney mayonnaise https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/spicy-rice-with-pilchard-fish-cakes-with-chutney-mayonnaise

    Everyone who loves rice or prepares rice dishes often knows the struggle and disappointment of not being able to master the perfect basmati rice consistency. Cooking this fragrant rice can present its challenges.   But fear no more, as we provide some excellent tips on how to perfect your basmati rice to get that delicious fluffy, and tasty consistency with just a few steps.  Rinse the rice before cooking : Rinsing helps with removing the excess starch and prevents the rice from sticking to each other.  Soaking your basmati rice is optional, but soaking can reduce your cooking time and will…

    Cape Town has officially taken the crown as the World’s Best Food City in the 2024 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards. With an impressive score of 95.65, the Mother City surpassed global culinary heavyweights like Tokyo, Rome, and Porto, solidifying its place as a must-visit destination for food lovers. Cape Town’s food scene is a celebration of its multicultural heritage, weaving together African, Dutch, Malay, and Indian influences. Each bite offers a taste of the city’s complex history, with local chefs and restaurateurs embracing traditional flavours while pushing the boundaries of modern cuisine. One restaurant encapsulating this heritage is…

    From vibrant atmospheres to delectable food choices, Greek dining is the perfect way to simulate an escape to paradise from your tastebuds. Johannesburg has many Greek-inspired restaurants that provide an authentic and innovative dining experience. Need help determining which Mediterranean hotspot will provide a seaside escape for your palette? Here are a few choices in this captivating city to try. Ethos Restaurant Ethos Restaurant is the place to be if you want a fine dining experience that oozes sophistication. This Rosebank-based establishment offers a kaleidoscope of experimental dishes, all with a Mediterranean flair. View this post on Instagram …

    Bursting with vibrant colour and fruity flavours, this Ruby Red Smoothie is a refreshing blend of seasonal berries. This smoothie not only dazzles with its bold red hue…