• Coconut oil has long been a staple in kitchens for its rich flavour, health benefits and versatility in cooking. However, the benefits go far beyond the kitchen. Nuts About Cooking, a premium coconut oil brand, is excited to share five fun and innovative ways to use coconut oil in your daily life that extend beyond the kitchen. Whether you’re looking to enhance your beauty routine, care for your pets, or add a touch of natural wellness to your home, Nuts About Cooking Coconut Oil is your go-to product. Here’s how you can get creative with it: 1. Natural moisturiser and…

    Imagine a movie night where you can actually taste the food on screen… At Taste the Movie, this dream becomes a reality, offering a one-of-a-kind experience where every bite reflects the cinematic magic in front of you. Launching as the first of its kind in Africa, Taste the Movie fuses film and food. This isn’t just about watching your favourite movie; it’s about living it, one delicious dish at a time. Each meal is meticulously recreated by world-renowned chefs, with every flavour crafted to match what’s seen on screen. Taking place at the luxurious Hyatt House in Sandton and the…

    Everyone loves a delicious plate of curry, especially for an amazing Sunday lunch.  With its immaculate flavours curry always brings a wholesome and comforting vibe. But sometimes cooking this dish can be challenging especially if it always seems to curdle when adding some cream. But do not let the fear of curdling prevent you from learning to prepare one of your favourite dishes.   We provide tips on how to prevent curdling your curry mixtures.   Why do curries curdle once cream has been added?    The simple answer to this is due to acidity. Adding a milk product to a spicy or…

    The Cape is famous for its colossal sandwich – a medley of French loaf, various meats or sausages, slap chips, lettuce, tomato, and sauces. La Motte and Ilse van der Merwe have created a mash-up of two beloved South African classics: the Gatsby and the boerewors roll. This gigantic boerie, crafted Gatsby-style, is made with La Motte Bakery’s extra-long Crustique loaf and can be sliced into 4 large or 6 medium portions. While they’ve skipped the chips in this braai-inspired Gatsby, feel free to add them if you’d like! ALSO SEE: Mealie meal pizza with spicy chakalaka and boerewors meatballs https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/mealie-meal-pizza-with-spicy-chakalaka-and-boerewors-meatballs…

    This quick and delicious Asian-inspired salad makes for a vibrant and flavourful weekday meal on the go! Bright, colourful, and packed with crunch, this red cabbage, carrot, and beetroot salad is a refreshing, nutrient-rich addition to any meal. Perfect as a side dish or a light, healthy lunch, this salad is a simple way to add a burst of flavour to your plate. ALSO: Roasted beetroot, pickled red onion and goat’s cheese salad