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    Pajamas + Jam Eatery
    In Entertaining

    Pajamas & Jam Eatery: The brunch spot you never knew you needed

    A magical place of food, drink and shopping lies in the Helderberg region, charming both locals and visitors alike. Pajamas & Jam, a breakfast and brunch eatery in Strand, is a family-owned business managed by the De Villiers family. From open to close, guests are welcomed into this home-away-from-home with farm-style hospitality and comfort. Whether you’re looking for a wholesome breakfast to start your day with, a delicious brunch to share with loved ones or a refreshing drink to relax with, this Helderberg gem is the ideal go-to for anyone yearning to recharge among comfort and friendly faces. What’s on…

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    Aubergine Parmigiana recipe
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    Aubergine Parmigiana

    Aubergine Parmigiana is a classic Italian recipe will convert anyone who doesn’t like aubergines. Delight in the flavours and layers, as each bite showcases the remarkable taste of this exquisite vegetable. Cook’s tip: New varieties of aubergines don’t require pre-salting and draining to draw out the bitter juices. ALSO SEE: Aubergine, chickpea and coconut curry https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/aubergine-chickpea-and-coconut-curry ALSO SEE: Microwave Chocolate Pots https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/microwave-chocolate-pots

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    Swedish meatballs with homemade flatbreads and roasted aubergine

    Swedish meatballs with homemade flatbreads and roasted aubergine Allesverloren is celebrating its 150-year milestone with a new wine – The Fanie Malan Fine Old Vintage Reserve – as well as delicious recipes that pair well with their wine. Ingredients Meatballs 1 onion, finely chopped 2 Tbsp butter 2 slices bread, crusts off and soaked in ¼ cup milk 500 g minced beef 500 g minced pork ¼ cup parsley, chopped ½ tsp allspice powder ½ tsp nutmeg 1 tsp garlic powder 2 egg yolks 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 2 Tbsp butter, for frying 1 Tbsp olive oil,…

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    What’s in season, and why it matters

    When it comes to eating healthy, it’s not just about what you eat, but also when you eat it. This is where eating seasonal produce has the best of both worlds – it’s not only delicious but also has numerous health benefits: Fresh and flavourful In-season produce doesn’t undergo extended periods of artificial ripening or chilling. Such practices tend to reduce the flavour and nutrient value of fruit and veggies. Instead, it undergoes its natural ripening process and is eventually harvested when the time is right. Nutritional Have you ever noticed that during the winter, in-season vegetables like…

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    Spiced beef moussaka

    Spiced beef moussaka Spiced beef moussaka is a wholesome and hearty beef recipe that the whole family will love! Serves: 6 | Prep Time: 30 Minutes | Cooking Time: 1 Hour INGREDIENTS 2tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 celery sticks, chopped 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1kg beef mince 2tbsp ground coriander 3tbsp ground cumin 1 heaped tbsp tomato purée 1tbsp Worcestershire or soy sauce 2 x 400ml cans chopped tomatoes handful pitted green olives, halved 300ml beef stock large handful fresh coriander, chopped 400g peeled potatoes 500ml Greek yogurt 2 free-range egg…

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    Prawn and chicken skewers with mojos

    Prawn and chicken skewers with mojos A delicious surf and turf recipe that’s easy to make and delicious to eat. Try it for your next summer lunch. COOK TIME: 30 minutes + overnight to marinate | SERVES 4 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) INGREDIENTS Prawn and chicken skewers 20 ml (4 tsp) olive or avocado oil 80 ml sherry vinegar 10 ml (2 tsp) dried chilli flakes 500 g prawns, deveined, heads removed and shells on 6 chicken thighs, deboned, skin removed and cut into large pieces Garlic, coriander and…

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    Roast rack of lamb with a rosemary and mustard crust served with slow-roasted farm-style vegetables

    Roast rack of lamb with a rosemary and mustard crust served with slow-roasted farm-style vegetables Elegant, delicious, and wonderfully tender. You can’t beat roast rack of lamb with a rosemary and mustard crust served with slow-roasted farm-style vegetables for a satisfying main course. COOK TIME: 40 min | SERVES: 4 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) INGREDIENTS Crust 8 slices of white bread, crusts removed 30 ml Gruyère, grated 1 garlic clove, crushed 15 ml fresh rosemary 15 ml fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped a pinch of salt Lamb 30 ml…

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    Summer Produce Highlight

    It’s the first of December, which means summer is finally here. Summer seasonal fruits and vegetables are delicious and refreshing, perfect for beating the summer heat. Read on for some of the best produce that’s in-season this summer, as well as some great recipe inspo. Seasonal summer vegetables Artichokes Casarecce with Artichokes & Lemon Garlic Crumbs Aubergines Vegetarian aubergine lasagne Beans Warm green bean salad with toasted sesame seeds Beetroot Beetroot & za’atar dip with pita chips Celery Apple and celery zinger Patty pans Patty pan and bulgur-wheat sushi with mango-chilli dip Red onions Roasted beetroot, pickled red onion and…

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    How to grow chillies at home
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    How to grow chillies at home

    Beautifully decorative in your garden, and potent on your plate at the end of the day, the rewards of growing your own chillies abound. Most gardeners and plant people have had a love affair with this exotic group of plants at one time or another. Recently, chillies have experienced an overwhelming surge in interest by even first-time growers. It’s easy to understand why – they are beautiful to look at, attractive in the garden, veggie patch or containers especially when they shine with ripe fruit, and come in so many shapes, sizes and levels of heat that the most blasé of…

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    Honey-roasted pumpkin, barley and cranberry salad
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    Honey-Roasted Pumpkin and Barley Salad

    This honey-roasted pumpkin and barley salad is great served warm or at room temperature. The barley and pumpkin makes it wholesome and filling for those long winter days. Honey-Roasted Pumpkin and Barley Salad Serves 4 |  Total time 1 hour INGREDIENTS 400g pumpkin, peeled and diced 1 tbsp avocado oil 4 tsp honey 1 tsp peeled and crushed garlic ¼ tsp dried chilli flakes ¼ tsp ground cinnamon salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 250g (1 cup) barley 750ml (3 cups) warm vegetable stock 100g baby leeks, thinly sliced 1 tsp olive oil 2 tbsp dried cranberries 4…

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    Chargrilled aubergine Vegetable braai

    If you’re looking to create a mouth-watering vegetarian braai, look no further than our smokey, ridiculously tasty chargrilled aubergine vegetable braai. This dish shines brightly as a main or can be served as a side to another dish. HANDS-ON TIME  25 min | TOTAL TIME 45 min | SERVES 4 | Vegetarian | Healthy INGREDIENTS Baba ganoush 2 eggplants 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp lemon juice 3 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp pomegranate molasses ¼  cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped 3 tbsp mint, roughly chopped 2 tsp salt and pepper, to taste Chargrilled Aubergine 3 aubergines, quartered 3 tbsp olive…

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    Aubergine, chickpea and coconut curry
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    Aubergine, chickpea and coconut curry

    Aubergine, chickpea and coconut curryAubergine, chickpea and coconut curry A curry is the perfect winter comfort food. We love this vegetarian curry recipe – it’s quick, easy and the whole family will love it! TOTAL TIME 50 minutes | SERVES 4  INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil 2 small red onions, peeled and thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed 1 tbsp ground coriander 1 tbsp cumin 1 tsp medium curry powder 8 baby aubergines 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil Maldon sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 large tomato, diced 1 x…

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    The Lebanese Bakery and Kitchen
    In Cape Town

    The Lebanese Bakery and Kitchen: Magic, Marhaba & Manakish

    Food is magical. It’s a common thread that mystically connects all of us, bridging the gap over the 7000 languages and patchwork of unique cultures that make up our world. Food is comfort, joy and nostalgia; it is who we are. Beautifully put by Cesar Chavez, “The people who give you their food, give you their heart”. This understanding is the foundation on which The Lebanese Bakery and Kitchen in Cape Town is built. And that, in turn, makes it a magical place.  Nestled amongst the hustle and bustle of Imam Haron Road in Claremont, The Lebanese Bakery and Kitchen…

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    moussaka
    In Dairy-free

    Donna Crous’ Moussaka with Cauliflower Béchamel

    Keep reading to learn how to make this Moussaka by the incredible cookbook Author, nutritionist and food photographer Donna Crous. This Moussaka is dairy and gluten-free as well as Keto and Paleo friendly! Here’s what Donna says about her moussaka recipe: “My guys love this dish. They don’t usually get excited about loads of veggies, but because they are hidden in this dish it’s my safeguard when I have no idea what to make for dinner. It is utterly delicious with rose veal, but lamb mince or any other type of meat will work beautifully as well. Make sure your cauliflower…

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    Italian-inspired chicken, veg and mozzarella stack
    In Caxton

    Italian-inspired chicken, veg and mozzarella stack

    Serves 4 EASY 1 hr Remove the stems from 2 large aubergines and cut them lengthways into 8 slices of 1 – 2cm thickness each. Arrange the slices on paper towel and sprinkle generously with salt. Leave to rest for about 20 minutes, then wipe the slices clean with paper towel. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat, add 3 tbsp canola oil and fry the aubergine slices on both sides, turning only once, until nicely browned, 3 – 5 minutes. Using the same frying pan, add 2 tbsp canola oil and fry 4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts until…

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