The ongoing fungi debate is still at odds as to whether you should wash mushrooms before cooking with them. Since they’re mostly made up of water, a little more can’t hurt, right? Here’s our take on the debate, with various tips to help you find your preferred cleaning method. The best way to clean mushrooms Mushrooms are nutrient-packed fungi that need little interference when bringing out their flavour. A little heat, a lot of fat or oil, a pinch of seasoning, and you’re 90% there. The remaining 10% is all about removing any gritty bits, soil, or hiding critters that…
Soak up the last of winter’s chill with this light, fuss-free sheet pan vegetable soup. Roasted to perfection in just 30 minutes, the veggies caramelise beautifully in the…
Olive this recipe! Make sure to try out this Baked Vegan feta with white wine and olives, an easy, quick starter that is perfectly inclusive and equally delicious! Made this baked vegan feta recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Persian chickpea salad with marinated vegan feta and minted tahini dressing https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/persian-chickpea-salad-with-marinated-vegan-feta-and-minted-tahini-dressing
Butter is one of those everyday kitchen staples we don’t give much thought to – until it tears a hole through your slice of fresh bread because it’s…
This September, enjoy this local delicacy at the annual Waterblommetjie Festival in Paarl, Western Cape. Expect a family-friendly day filled with waterblommetjie activities on Saturday, 6 September 2025. Windmeul serves up farm fun Start the day at Windmeul Kelder with their monthly farmers’ market: Enjoy hearty breakfasts Browse stalls and buy fresh produce Watch as the potjiekos entrants battle it out Enjoy a waterblommetjiebredie and wine pairing from 10:00 to 12:00 Access special offers on Windmeul Wines at their tasting venue Listen to live music throughout the day If you’re a fitness enthusiast, enter the ‘Run the Vines’ trail run…
As winter winds down, there’s still time to savour the comfort of a cosy evening meal. Think bubbling pots, hearty flavours, and dinners that warm you from the…
Vinimark is celebrating its fourth decade of supporting the growth of South African wine, and enters its fifth decade with a renewed sense of purpose and a new visual identity to match. This evolution is more than a ‘refresh’, it’s the result of considerable internal reflection and a shared ambition to consistently improve for the benefit of the partners, employees, and the communities Vinimark serves. It serves as a visible expression of who Vinimrk has become and the values that will guide the company in future. Since 1985, we’ve grown by staying close to the people we work with,” says…
If you’re looking to impress your friends with very low effort or just want to treat yourself, then this is the recipe for you! These croissants will look…
Acclaimed Chef Tempelhoff announces a new addition to the FYN Group, set to welcome diners on the iconic Boschendal Estate later this year. New Restaurant Alert Boschendal Estate is excited to announce its welcoming of the soon-to-open Arum Restaurant: A fire-focused restaurant lauded by FYN Group, led by none other than the chef-founder Peter Tempelhoff, culinary director Ashley Moss, and sommelier and service director Jennifer Hugé. When I think of the valley, I think of lilies,” says Tempelhoff, referencing the arum lily — the restaurant’s namesake and a flower native to the Cape. “For me, Arum is about honouring the…
These indulgent muffins are the perfect balance of comfort and decadence. A tender cinnamon-spiced base is swirled with rich cream cheese for a soft, cheesecake-like centre, while bursts…