Today is National Chocolate Cake Day (it’s a thing celebrated every January 27th around the globe). It’s basically an excuse to stuff our faces with everything from gooey mud cakes to quirky beetroot-infused marvels. To mark the occasion, we’ve rounded up the most decadent, fun and downright delicious chocolate cake recipes from classic crowd-pleasers to inventive twists you’ll want to bake right now. 1. Flourless chocolate cake Gluten-free baking just got easier with this rich and creamy flourless chocolate cake! 2. Easy Vegan Chocolate Cake If you’re looking for a fun Saturday activity, try our super easy vegan chocolate…
There are few things in life that bring the same comfort as chocolate. From a nostalgic slab broken into squares to the glossy drizzle on a celebration cake,…
Rich, nostalgic and just the right amount of indulgent, this peanut butter biscuit and ice-cream sandwich is the kind of treat that disappears fast on hot summer days. Soft, crumbly peanut butter biscuits sandwich a generous scoop of creamy ice cream, creating the perfect balance of salty, sweet and cold. It’s unfussy, family-friendly and ideal for make-ahead entertaining – whether you’re serving it at a relaxed braai, a weekend lunch or as a fun dessert the kids can help assemble. Simple ingredients, big comfort factor and pure freezer-door joy. ALSO SEE: Peanut butter and chocolate self-saucing puddings https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/peanut-butter-chocolate-self-saucing-puddings
Carrots are one of those vegetables that always seem to be in the fridge. They bulk up soups, add crunch to salads and bring sweetness to roasts and…
Inside chef Michelle Theron’s wine-first seasonal gastronomy at Vergenoegd Löw . At Vergenoegd Löw, gastronomist Michelle Theron blends idealism, pragmatism, culinary mastery, and a humanist worldview. “Humanists see the world through an ethical lens,” she explains. “That’s why I was so moved by Zen master Kodo Sawaki’s words: ‘Air, water, plants, animals, and humans give themselves to each other. It is in this giving-themselves-to-each-other that we actually live.’ It’s a reminder that all life is connected and deserving of respect.” Michelle’s sense of purpose found a home at this luxury Stellenbosch heritage wine estate, where she draws inspiration from a regeneratively-run, holistic ecoverse that nurtures vines, vegetables, herbs, livestock, and an impressive array of beehives. Here,…
Bright, herby and wholesome — our Spinach and Basil Soda Bread turns simple ingredients into something truly special. Packed with fresh spinach and fragrant basil pesto, this easy…
BIRKENSTOCK INTRODUCES ‘ON THEIR FEET’ – HIGHLIGHTING THE IMPORTANCE OF FOOTWEAR FOR LEADING LOCAL BEAUTY PROFESSIONALS BIRKENSTOCK is showcasing inspirational South African industry-leading professionals as part of a campaign to highlight the brand’s specialist Professional Collection. The docuseries brings to life the story of professional chef Jill Okkers, the Culinary Director of the Tashas Group, drawing on her industry-specific experiences to underscore the importance of specialist footwear in her working life. Jill, who is featured wearing the Boston Supergrip in black, traces her passion for food back to her grandfather’s kitchen. As the creative force behind the flavours of the…
Soft, lightly spiced and dotted with bursts of cranberry, these vegan apple, cinnamon and cranberry muffins are the kind of bake that feels both comforting and considered. Fresh…
If your TikTok feed has been taken over by people dunking biscuits into yoghurt, you’re not alone. The latest viral dessert is being called a “Japanese cheesecake”, and while the name is up for debate, the internet is hooked. It’s quick, low effort and surprisingly satisfying – which explains why it’s everywhere right now. This trend has landed at the perfect time. It feels light enough for summer, works as a sweet treat or a snack, and needs just two everyday ingredients. No oven, no mixer, no stress. What is the viral two-ingredient dessert? Despite the cheesecake label, there’s no cream cheese…
Warm, rustic and irresistibly comforting, this pear and ginger crumble galette marries juicy spiced pears with a crunchy almond crumble tucked into a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect served…