When mornings call for something warm, filling and deeply comforting, these smoky baked bean breakfast bowls deliver. Simmered tomatoes, garlic, rosemary and chilli flakes give the beans a rich, savoury depth, while eggs gently poach right in the bubbling sauce for a satisfying one-pan meal. It’s a fuss-free breakfast or brunch that feels hearty enough for any time of day. Made this Smoky baked bean breakfast bowl recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! Also See: Crispy baked egg tartlets Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
Happy houseplants are clean houseplants. Just like us, plants need to breathe. Photosynthesis, gaseous exchange and other day-to-day functions are optimal when leaves are clean, not to mention that…
Leopard’s Leap is delighted to welcome both a new winemaker to the acclaimed brand’s portfolio of wines for the global market and a new chef to the popular restaurant at its Franschhoek home. James Ochse started as the new Leopard’s Leap Winemaker on 1 March 2026. Joining the team from his position as Senior Winemaker of KWV Red Wines, James comes with a wealth of knowledge and experience obtained from his Stellenbosch education and work experience at some of South Africa’s leading wine cellars in Stellenbosch, as well as harvests working in New Zealand’s Marlborough region and the Napa Valley in California. He loves the…
There’s something incredibly satisfying about baking your own sourdough. The crackly crust, the tangy aroma, and that first warm slice feel like a small kitchen victory. But sourdough…
When stress becomes chronic, your kitchen can either amplify the chaos or become your sanctuary. The you are trying to intentionally build a calmer, softer life this year, you’ll understand this deeply – high cortisol doesn’t just live in your mind. It shows up in your cravings, your digestion, your sleep, your skin, your cycle, and even how your body stores fat. A cortisol-friendly kitchen isn’t about dieting. It’s about designing a space and a menu that actively supports your nervous system. Let’s build one. What happens when cortisol is high? Cortisol is your body’s primary stress hormone. In short…
Mangoes are in season and we are here to show you how to whip up the smoothest 3-ingredient mango sorbet ever! In order to achieve sorbet success you…
Fresh herbs are fantastic. They add aroma and flavour to any dish, whether it’s the base of a sauce, tossed into a salad, or used as a garnish. Whether you have access to fresh bundles from your very own herb garden or from your local fruit and veggie grocer, storing fresh herbs can become tricky. Those bundles will last a good 3 to 4 days in the fridge, after which they’ll start to lose their original oompf and, dare we say it, start to break down and go off. One way to combat this is to dry them. It’s a…
These pork koftas are a delicious option to mix up your midweek meals! They burst with flavour, and the Asian spice mix complements the pork superbly. Served with…
One of the best feelings, especially after a long day, is to cosy up in a newly made-up bed with crisp, fresh sheets. But after a few years of repeating this, your bed sheets may not give you that crisp, fresh feeling anymore. Whether discolouration, wear and tear, pilling or stretched out elastic bands, bed sheets start to show their age after some time. But don’t toss them in the bin just yet – we’ve got 10 clever uses for old bed sheets. 1. DIY pet beds There are two options here: no-sew and sew. No-sew pet beds are…
There are milestones, and then there are moments worthy of a standing ovation. This year, Evita se Perron celebrates 30 glorious years of theatre, tart humour, towering wigs…