• Garlic is renowned for its many nutritional benefits. It is a powerful herb that will not only enhance the aromatic experience of your dishes, but it can also help to heal the body in both its raw and cooked states. Garlic is widely known for its antioxidants, and antimicrobial and anticancer properties too. Studies also suggest that garlic may be able to prevent heart disease. The benefits of eating garlic on an empty stomach: 1. Boosts your immune system Consuming garlic on an empty stomach will help to boost your immune system. Eating garlic first thing in the morning…

    Are you looking for some of the best buffet restaurants in Pretoria for a new dining experience? On this list, we will be looking at some of the capital’s best and most interesting buffet outlets that are sure to whet your appetite. Check out our list of Buffet Restaurants in Pretoria 1. Propaganda Pretoria First on our list of Buffet Restaurants in Pretoria is Propaganda. Although a nightclub by night, by day Propaganda Pretoria transforms into a high-end restaurant sure to tantalise taste buds. Among their selection of buffet platters, the Mixed Braai platter stands out with an array of…

    Up your brunch game with this quick and easy recipe for fruit pastries. The delicate, flaky puff pastry combined with the burst of sweet, juicy fruit filling will surely delight your taste buds. They’re surprisingly simple to make, making them a fantastic choice for a quick dessert or a delightful breakfast or brunch snack. TOTAL TIME: 45 minutes/ SERVES 6 Made these tasty  Fruit pastries recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Pears and phyllo pastry milk tart https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/pears-and-phyllo-pastry-milk-tart Recipes & styling: Chiara Turili

    Skopo, otherwise known as “Smiley” is a classic South African delicacy. The meal consisting of a sheep head gained notoriety amongst Zulu taxi drivers and is now found at every taxi rank or township corner throughout South Africa. Over generations, it has become a street food enjoyed by mostly commuters at taxi ranks and bus ranks because of its affordability and filling nature. Now it has grown in popularity being included in most high-end nightclub scenes and cuisine spots around the township and middle-class communities. Getting fall-off-the-bone tender Skopo with rich, meaty flavour takes careful preparation. In this handy tutorial,…

    This inventive twist on a classic Italian favourite combines the freshness of a Caprese salad with the satisfying crunch of homemade savoury waffles. This recipe is perfect as…

    Loadshedding Halloumi Salad Halloumi cheese is the star of the show in this vegetarian and loadshedding friendly halloumi salad recipe! Once crisped in a pan or on the grill, this cheese becomes amazingly crispy on the outside and melty on the inside. TOTAL TIME 10 minutes | SERVES 2  INGREDIENTS For the salad 300 g Asparagus spears, woody ends snapped off 1 Eggplant, cut into 1cm thick slices 2 Red peppers, roughly chopped 200 g Halloumi cheese, cut into 1cm thick slices 2 tbsp Olive oil For the dressing Small bunch flat leaf parsley, roughly chopped ½ Shallot, finely chopped…