After ending 2024 on a high, South Africa’s wine industry has entered the new year with a bit of a hangover. The first quarter of 2025 has been marked by flat sales, cautious consumers, and a market feeling the pinch. “It’s the impact of low consumer confidence, unfolding right before our eyes,” says Oelof Weideman, Head of Insights & Business Advisory. And the data backs him up. South Africa’s Consumer Confidence Index dropped from -6 at the end of 2024 to a worrying -20 in the first few months of 2025 – the lowest it’s been in years. “That number’s…
With winter at its peak, there’s no better time to curl up with a cup of something warm and indulgent. Our extraordinary spiced hot chocolate is rich, velvety,…
Hearty and comforting, this classic split pea soup is slow-simmered to perfection with a tender smoked pork shank, infusing every spoonful with deep, smoky flavour. Also See: Crumbed pork schnitzels with pink lady apple & onion pickle https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/crumbed-pork-schnitzels-with-pink-lady-apple-onion-pickle Recipe and image: SA Pork
If you’re wondering what to do with leftover wine, you’re not alone. Maybe it was a gifted bottle that didn’t impress, or that half-drunk one you meant to…
If you think you’ve seen impressive cakes before, think again. Duff Goldman, the cake maestro known for his over-the-top creations, is back—and this time, he’s going mega. Super Mega Cakes premieres on Sunday, 6 July at 16:05 CAT on Food Network Africa, and it’s set to be a wild ride of creativity, sugar, and skill. Over six episodes, Duff and his Charm City Cakes team take on six of the best cake artists in the U.S.—all at once. That’s right. Six epic, themed cake builds running side by side, with Duff juggling every one of them. Expect show-stopping creations based…
There’s something about a well-made omelette that feels like a small luxury. This Japanese-inspired version takes things up a notch — light and slightly sweet tamagoyaki-style layers paired…
Toffee apples are such a classic. The Food & Home Entertaining team cannot stop eating this delicious variation – almond-studded toffee apples. It is quick, easy and perfect for any occasion. Sweets for my sweet? Yes, please! Also See: Mielie-meal bread https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/mielie-meal-bread
A humble loaf gets a coastal twist in this flavour-packed pairing. Mielie-meal bread, a beloved staple with a crumbly, golden crust, meets smoky sardines for a proudly South…
July is the perfect time for pruning, and we know you’ll be busy in your gardens this month, trimming back dead leaves and branches to make way for beautiful spring blossoms. At GARDENA, we’re all about making things comfortable for our users. In 2025, we’re excited to introduce our upgraded sustainable cutting tools, which are now even more powerful and sharp. Secateurs are one of those tools that gardeners reach for all year round. They’re essential for plant care, so it’s no wonder garden owners love secateurs that are long-lasting, powerful, and comfortable to use. The new GARDENA secateurs and…
Light, creamy, and effortlessly elegant, this matcha-coconut panna cotta is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert. Infused with earthy matcha and balanced by the tropical richness…