If you don’t already know how, we’re teaching you how to fold a linen napkin this week. With minimal effort and maximum style, these bow ties make for perfect modern table decor. WHAT YOU’LL NEED Square napkins Napkin rings Step 1: Iron out a square napkin. Step 2: Fold the napkin in half once from opposite corners. Turn it so the longest side is at the top and the point faces down. Step 3: Fold up the bottom point about 2–3 cm. Step 4: Fold over the top towards the point twice. Step 5: Turn the bottom half up and over the top,…
Packed with bold flavours, these curried pork meatballs are a delicious twist. Ground pork is seasoned with warm curry spices, garlic, and fresh herbs, then shaped into tender…
Fan of rice and craving a crispy gourmet snack that’ll make your taste buds dance? Our spicy rice and pilchard fish cakes with a side of chutney mayo are here to hit the spot — just the way you like it! ALSO SEE: Spicy vegan rice noodle bowls with Korean fried tofu https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/spicy-vegan-rice-noodle-bowls-with-korean-fried-tofu
Few wines capture the joy of a sunset quite like Bruce Jack’s Sauvignon Blush. Whether your feet are in the sand after a swim, or you’re simply imagining…
In celebration of its 21st anniversary, Capsicum Culinary Studio, South Africa’s leading culinary school with seven campuses nationwide, is giving away a staggering 21 bursaries in its Capsicum Culinaire Challenge competition. The bursaries include the one-year Professional Chef Programme, the one-year Professional Patisserie Programme; and the six-month Foundational Cookery Programme (6-month programme). To enter, interested parties should go to the Capsicum Culinary Studio website, click on the Celebrating 21 tab and: Provide their personal details and contact information. Specify which campus where they wish to study. Indicate which programme-specific bursary they are applying for. Write a motivation of no more than 500 words explaining why…
If you’re looking for new ways to enjoy baby marrow (or Zucchini to some people), this quick and easy baby marrow pasta is the one! Baby marrow’s are…
There’s nothing worse than prepping a gorgeous fruit platter only to see your apple slices turn brown before you can even serve them. It’s one of those little frustrations that I think we’ve come across whether we’re packing lunchboxes, hosting a brunch, or preparing a snack for the kids. Luckily, there are a few simple tricks to prevent browning—so your apples stay crisp, fresh-looking, and just as appetising as when you first sliced them. Why do apples brown? The browning process starts when the inner flesh of an apple is exposed to air. This reaction, known as enzymatic browning, occurs…
Congratulations to our lucky winner, Chanelle Vermeulen! The judging process for the Food&Home Awards is well underway, and now it’s your turn to get involved! As part of…
If you are like me and enjoy indulging in the culinary adventure that is rice dishes, then the brown tiny nutritional earthy taste of lentils is one that should surely get those taste buds excited. Lentils are extremely delicious whether paired with a juicy salad or a breyani dish, they are always welcomed in my household. At times it can be challenging to cook lentils, especially if they turn mushy. We provide a guide on how to prepare your lentils to get that perfect consistency every time. 1.) Soak overnight: Give your lentils some time to soak overnight…
Sink your teeth into succulent chicken infused with the smoky taste of chorizo, all tucked in a soft bun. The juicy chicken pairs perfectly with the spiced kick…