• Tomatoes are a staple ingredient in countless dishes, from hearty pasta sauces to refreshing salsas. While their vibrant flavour is essential in many recipes, their tough skins can sometimes be an obstacle. Peeling tomatoes doesn’t have to be a daunting task. The first step to peeling tomatoes like a pro is to pick the right ones. Look for tomatoes that are ripe but not overripe – they should be firm, with no blemishes or soft spots. Blanching is the secret weapon. Here’s how to do it: Using a sharp knife, gently score a small ‘X’ on the bottom of each…

    When we think of Andriette de la Harpe, we think colour and cupcakes! After being crowned runner-up in Masterchef SA Season 4, and sharing her beautiful bakes with us through ‘n Mondvol, Andriette has continued to rise in her baking adventures. Retrenchment at the beginning of 2021 inspired her to enter Masterchef SA. “Baking became my saving grace. I started to sell my cakes and baked goods out of desperation to be able to pay my rent!” And so, ‘n Mondvol was born. That’s also when a friend sent her the Masterchef entry form. “Few weeks went by and I…

    Try our crispy battered fish alongside a refreshing watermelon and avocado salad. This recipe marries the satisfying crunch of fried fish with the vibrant, sweet juiciness of watermelon and the creamy goodness of avocado. A perfect summer dish that’s guaranteed to impress! Did you make our recipe? tag us on our Instagram @foodandhomesa! ALSO SEE: Classic fish and chips with lemon aioli https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/classic-fish-and-chips-with-lemon-aioli

    Grilled Beef Steaks with Beetroot Salad is the perfect choice for a special dinner or a weekend grilling adventure. It’s a delightful combination of flavours and textures that elevates a simple steak dinner to a gourmet experience. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Make this Grilled Beef Steaks with Beetroot Salad recipe: SERVES 4 /TOTAL TIME: 55 min Made this Grilled Beef Steaks with Beetroot Salad recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram ALSO SEE: Rib-eye steak with tomato salsa https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/rib-eye-steak-tomato-salsa

     Season 4 of The Great South African Bake Off has come to an end on Thursday evening (11 October 2023). It was nothing short of a showstopper season, with fantastic hosts Lesego Tlhabi and Glen Biderman-Pam leading the season through weeks of baking up a storm and the dynamic duo, Siba Mtongana and Paul Hartmann, judging 12 of SA’s best amateur bakers. The winner has finally been crowned… Mia Steenekamp is the person to walk away with the prize of a Prue Leith Patisserie Diploma six-month pastry course, and three-day Valrhona course in Paris. The season finale kicked off on…