Lavender scones These lavender scones are fragrant and perfect for a relaxing afternoon tea. Substitute the lavender flowers for lemon juice to create zesty treats, or omit both for a classic teatime scone recipe. TOTAL TIME 1 hour | MAKES 16 INGREDIENTS A handful of lavender flowers, stalks removed (see notes below) 45ml (3tbsp) sugar 750g cake flour 60ml (1/4 cup) baking powder 160g cold butter, roughly grated 6 large eggs 250ml (1 cup) fresh cream fresh cream, whipped, to serve jam, to serve METHOD PREHEAT the oven to 200ºC and line a baking tray with baking paper. PLACE the…
Giant gooey Easter egg cookie Nothing says hoppy Easter like this giant Easter egg cookie! https://youtu.be/VnjG4dDVaA8 ALSO SEE: Easter desserts to indulge in over the long weekend https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/easter-desserts-to-indulge-in-over-the-long-weekend…
Located in the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve at Cape Point, the Two Oceans Restaurant arguably has one of the finest views of any eatery in the world. Serving more than four million customers for over two decades, the Two Oceans has built an enviable reputation for the quality of its seafood dishes, its innovative interior design, and, of course, its unique setting. Recently, it has added yet another feather to its cap with the appointment of Chad Blows as its chef de cuisine. Blows joined Two Oceans in June last year and is widely regarded as one of…
In Karoo Food, author and journalist Gordon Wright showcases the different kinds of culinary treasures the Karoo region has to offer. Through his delicious and succulent selection, Gordon…
With more and more people choosing to incorporate greens into their diets, you might find yourself wanting to jump on the bandwagon, too. Not sure where to begin? Bestselling author Nina Olsson gives you a head start with her selection of heart-warming vegetarian dishes that are easy to prepare. Made to cater to different needs, each recipe comes with handy tips on how to adapt the ingredients list for various dietary requirements. Also compiled with a list of occasions in mind, Feasts of Veg boasts nine chapters – from midsummer feasts to sweet endings – each comprising a collection of…
Make cooking easier and faster with the versatile Instant Pot® that’s seven kitchen appliances in one – enter and you could win one! Your favourite dish – at…
Your one-stop, one-shop dinner inspiration for the week ahead. We love that most of these meals make enough for lunch the next day too! Sweet potato, ginger and coconut soup The ginger adds a kick to this silky smooth soup and the addition of fresh coconut shavings gives it a marvellous contrasting crunch. Recipe here: Sweet potato, ginger and coconut soup Gnocchi with lemon crème fraîche and baby spinach Gnocchi doesn’t have to be heavy. The tangy and zesty crème fraîche works really well with the fresh baby spinach and light potato dumplings. Recipe here: Gnocchi with lemon crème fraîche…
And you didn’t think hot cross buns could get any better… Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
Food Lover’s Market is expanding its’ hugely popular Eatery stores in Gauteng with the recently opened Food Lover’s Eatery in Rosebank. With a strong focus on convenience, these chic ‘Eatery’, stores are dedicated to offering the fastest lunch service in the vicinity – ensuring that shoppers don’t loose any valuable time during their lunch breaks. While the ‘Eatery’ offers delicious traditional lunch options such as burgers, chicken, schwarmas, paninis and focaccias – it excels in its array of salads, wraps, sushi and fresh juices. Following international trends, the Food Lover’s Eatery offers a build-your-own Poke Bar and a Fresh Society…
Make up your own menu for unexpected guests from this deliciously simple recipe – a gourmet meal in a flash doesn’t come easier than this.