Between deadlines, family duties and finding a moment for yourself, cooking can sometimes feel like one more task you don’t have the energy for. But mealtime doesn’t have to be stressful. With a few clever hacks, you can make cooking easier, faster and a lot more enjoyable – even on the busiest days. Prep ahead Set aside some time on the weekend to chop veggies, marinate chicken or cook a batch of rice and grains. Store them in airtight containers so you have ready-to-use ingredients during the week. When time is tight, you’ll thank yourself for the head start. Embrace…
Silky, sweet, and oh-so indulgent, white chocolate has a way of turning any drink into pure comfort. In honour of White Chocolate Day, we’ve gathered our favourite recipes…
Heritage Day on 24 September is a chance for South Africans to gather around the braai, celebrate cultural traditions, and enjoy the rich diversity of our food. This year, why not bring a fresh, elevated twist to your Heritage Day table with the buttery crunch of macadamias and the smooth richness of macadamia oil? Both add incredible flavour, nutrition, and versatility to any meal. Love Macadamia, the global movement powered by the World Macadamia Organisation (WMO), is on a mission to inspire people to enjoy macadamias in everyday cooking and entertaining. Macadamias and macadamia oil are nature’s gift to both…
You cannot go wrong with fish and chips! Crispy, golden hake fillets meet a side of creamy peas and crunchy sweet potato chips in this easy yet elegant…
Heritage Day without the braai? Scary, we know…Here are Five Cape Town restaurants serving South African soul on a plate. Heritage Day, celebrated every 24 September, is a tribute to South Africa’s rich cultural mosaic. While the sizzle of a braai is the default soundtrack to the day, not everyone wants to – or can – fire up the coals. For those seeking heritage through plated finesse rather than their own flames, Cape Town offers a feast of restaurants that honour tradition with bold, evocative dishes. Here are five options for when you want to taste South Africa’s story –…
Elevate your culinary experience with this exquisite recipe for sautéed greens with poached egg and paprika yoghurt. Bursting with colours, flavours, and nutritional goodness, this dish blends the…
With IMBO’s Pearl Barley and IMBO Pearl Wheat grabbing respectively 1st and 2nd Gold for Whole Grains in the Food & Home Awards 2025, we cannot stop boasting about the advantages of including the entire IMBO product range in your daily food plan. The cherry, or shall we say “bean” on top of these accolades, is the endorsement of three of South Africa’s health advocacies of all IMBO beans, dried peas, lentils, pearl barley, pearl wheat, soup mix, samp and beans and popcorn. First is the HEART MARK of the South African Heart and Stroke Foundation. The HEART MARK…
Indulge in comfort food made right with tomato, spinach, and three-cheese lasagne. Layers of rich tomato sauce, melting mozzarella, sharp parmesan, creamy ricotta, and tender spinach make this…
This Summer chicken salad is not just a feast for the eyes but a celebration of diverse tastes and textures, making it an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying meal that leaves you craving more! Indulge in a burst of flavours with this vibrant ensemble of fresh ingredients that will tantalise your taste buds. Made this summer chicken salad recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram Also See: Salad Nicoise https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/salad-nicoise-2
Avoid these slip-ups and set the scene in style. Whether you’re hosting a special dinner, a birthday braai, or just having family over for Sunday lunch, how you…