Think sous vide cooking requires expensive gadgets and professional equipment? Think again! With just a pot of water, a thermometer, and some zip-top bags, you can achieve restaurant-quality results right in your kitchen. In this guide, we’ll show you how to master the art of sous vide without the fancy gear and share some of the best flavour pairings for meats and vegetables to elevate your dishes. What is sous vide? Sous vide is a French technique that cooks vacuum-sealed food in a water bath at a consistent temperature. Translating to “under vacuum” sous vide is a great technique for…
On September 23rd, 2025, the Food&Home team gathered with over 100 distinguished guests at the Beck Family’s Steenberg Wine Farm to celebrate what has become one of the…
Warm, fragrant, and full of flavour, this curried mince with crispy rotis brings a taste of comfort and spice to your dinner table. Soft rotis crisped to perfection, alongside a rich, mildly sweet curry mince, make this dish great for winding down the week or spicing up your weekend. Also See: Our favourite Indian recipes, from butter chicken to roti and dhal. https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/our-favourite-indian-recipes
Fresh pasta is one of the luxurious culinary creations you can make at home. Making fresh pasta instead of buying the store-bought stuff might seem intimidating at first,…
With temperatures warming up, it’s time to swap those heavy winter snacks for something lighter and healthier without giving up on flavour. Here are our top 10 favourite options to try. 10 Healthy snack swaps to try out Swap crisps for air-popped popcorn: It’s lighter, high in fibre, and uses less oil. Swap ice cream for frozen yoghurt with fruit: it’s fewer calories and filled with healthy probiotics. Swap sweets for dried fruit and nuts: They contain natural sugars, proteins, and healthy fats. Swap chocolate bars for dark chocolate and date bars: They’re packed with antioxidants and less unnatural sugar.…
Amarula and chocolate crème brûlée is a devilishly creamy dessert. Who doesn’t love breaking that barrier of hard sugar, especially when these delicious flavours are waiting for you?…
Supplement stacking is simply combining vitamins, minerals, and performance boosters on purpose, for one clear goal: energy, recovery, focus, hormone support, or sleep. Done well, stacks can fill real gaps and amplify results. Done badly, they are expensive guesses. Here is how to be strategic. Read more: What are prebiotics – and how do you get enough of them? Start with the only thing that works long term Dial the basics: protein, plants, sleep, steps, sunlight, stress control. Then check for gaps. Blood tests often flag vitamin D, iron, B12, and ferritin issues. Vegans usually need B12 and omega-3; office…
These delicious hand-held pies feature flavorful pork shoulder mince enhanced with aromatic spices and sweet chutney. Wrapped in flaky puff pastry and baked until golden, they make a…
Healthy, delicious meals don’t just fuel your body, they fuel your mind too. The right foods can sharpen focus, improve memory, and even support better mental health. By including brain-boosting ingredients in your family’s everyday meals, you’re helping everyone function at their best while enjoying tasty dishes that nurture both mind and body. Brain-boosting summer meals 1. Fatty fish Fatty fish, like salmon, sardines, and mackerel, are rich in omega-3 fatty acids that support memory and learning. https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/smoked-salmon-dill-capers-omelette https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/grilled-sardines 2. Leafy greens Leafy greens are packed with vitamins and antioxidants that are crucial for protecting brain cells. Incorporate spinach, kale,…
Hosting for Heritage Day? These healthy Braai Day snacks bring big flavour, smart swaps and easy prep-made for mingling around the coals. Set the vibe, keep it light…