• More and more people are jumping on the homemade ingredients and recipes train, and we’re all for it! Food&Home recipe developer and Awards judge Jezza-Rae Larsen loved this homemade cream cheese made with Soga Organic lemon juice packets, entered in this year’s awards. ALSO SEE: Olive oil and balsamic bread dip https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/olive-oil-and-balsamic-bread-dip

    If you’ve ever paused mid-cooking and wondered, ‘What’s the difference between black and white pepper?’ you’re not alone. While they come from the same plant, these two spices are quite distinct in taste, appearance, and uses. Let’s discuss the unique qualities of each and how to make the most of them in your cooking. Black pepper Black pepper is made from unripe pepper berries, which are picked just before they reach full maturity. They’re dried under the sun, which turns the skin dark and gives them their signature deep, wrinkled appearance. Black pepper is known for its bold, complex flavour…

    We love the wellness trends that don’t involve expensive supplements or complicated recipes. The latest – chia seed water –  it’s the simple combination of two ingredients many of us already have on hand. When chia seeds meet water, they create a gel-like drink, packed with nutrients and surprising health benefits. A small dose of 28 grams of chia seeds contain 10 grams of fiber, 4.7 grams of protein, and significant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. When combined with water, these nutrients become more easily digestible and can support overall health and wellness. 4 Benefits of drinking chia seed water…

    Chef Johannes Richter of The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate in Durban has been awarded one knife at The Best Chef Awards 2024, held in Dubai. This prestigious event, which ran from Monday to Wednesday, united the world’s most celebrated culinary talents, including chefs, journalists, and thought leaders, for three days of gastronomic dialogue and celebration. The culmination was the Awards Gala that unveiled the latest ranking of the globe’s top chefs. Chef Johannes is one of nine South African chefs to be included in the guide. He joins a roster of global culinary talents celebrated not only for their skills but for their innovative contributions to the world of…