Made with whipped egg whites, Japanese cotton cheesecake is light and spongy and traditionally takes the form of a standard cheesecake. Here, we’ve turned this airy treat into a pile of fluffy flapjacks drenched in salted butterscotch and bejewelled with raspberries. Trust us, you won’t be able to resist these Japanese cotton cheesecake flapjacks with salted butterscotch sauce and raspberries. ALSO SEE: Puffed pancakes with bananas and Horlicks ice cream
The City of Cape Town confiscated expired baked products from a coffee shop in Mitchells Plain on Tuesday, 7 January, after a customer discovered that a product had…
Cape Town in the summer is a splendid place to be. The city is alive with joy; it vibrates with good times – to be honest, this glorious atmosphere is similar all over the world, but I am in Cape Town this summer and so I write what I know. I also know that an aroma can instantly transport you back to a time and place, the memory so strong it’s as if you are still there. There is a proper scientific reason why the sense of smell does this better than the other senses, but let’s stick to the…
Craft beer is having its moment, and South Africa’s local brewers are leading the charge with an incredible range of Golden Ales, IPAs, Pilsners, and more. Whether…
There’s no direct route to Manor House. It’s in the strange space of no address: green slopes facing the Akkedisberg. If you want something more concrete, it is on the R326, a backroad that runs from Riviersonderend to Stanford, crossing the Caledon-Napier road, the R316, near Van Brakel Stoor, another Overberg stalwart. It’s a destination restaurant, and definitely worth the drive. In its favour, for starters, is that the R316 is a way more pleasant way to get to Arniston and the southern coast than the mad December rush of the N2. Also in its favour, for mains, is that…
Think of Spain and it’s all about flamenco, seafood, and fiesta (and running bulls and tomato fights, of course). Think about South Africa and it’s all about sunshine…
Get to know the face behind Food&Home’s mouth-watering dishes. Recipe developer and food stylist Jezza-Rae Larsen shares her journey in the food scene whilst answering our burning foodie questions. Tell us about your journey as a recipe developer My journey as a recipe developer has been a blend of creativity and learning. It began in professional kitchens, where I worked in both the restaurant and patisserie sections of hotels, honing my understanding of flavours and techniques. These experiences gave me a deep appreciation for food. Transitioning into food styling and recipe development felt like a natural evolution of my…
These pancakes are so good; they’re fit for humans, too! Whip up a batch, cook ½ of it for your pooch and then add 2 tbsp sugar to…
Franschhoek is stuffed to the rafters with fine dining restaurants, and not for nothing is it known as the culinary capital of the country. The top feather in its cap is the sublime Épice, which was named not only South Africa’s Best Restaurant, but also Africa’s Best Restaurant in the World Culinary Awards 2024 in October. Your meal at Épice, which means ‘spice’ in French, is a journey, which starts when you the hushed Le Quartier Française. Here, the restaurant’s subdued lighting and earthy tones set the scene. Walk further, and light pours in from the cool green courtyard, planted…