• Mandela Day is all about giving back and making a difference, even if it’s in small ways. What better way to contribute than by sharing some hearty, comforting meals? Here’s a roundup of last-minute sarmies (sandwiches) and soups that you can whip up quickly and easily. These recipes are perfect for sharing with friends, family, or those in need. Last-minute quick and easy recipes to donate for Mandela Day: Grilled cheese sandwich A timeless classic, the grilled cheese sandwich is the epitome of comfort food. Perfect for Mandela Day, this simple yet satisfying sarmie is made with golden, crispy bread…

    Elevate your brunch game with this hearty and flavourful Egg Baked Mushroom Medley Traybake! Perfect for a cosy weekend morning or a brunch gathering, this dish brings together the delicious umami flavour of portabello mushrooms and perfectly baked eggs in one delicious traybake. Traybakes are so simple to make, and perfect for brunch or even supper! ALSO SEE: Grilled mushrooms with dukkah eggs crispy kale https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/grilled-mushrooms-with-dukkah-eggs-crispy-kale

    With the cold fronts passing through the Western Cape this week, perhaps we could use this abundance of rain as a kickstarter to planting water-loving veggies. These veggies thrive in water-rich environments, and while we can’t rely completely on rain, one could consider installing proper irrigation to ensure these wet soil lovers receive all the water they need to grow. If you live in a waterlogged area, you may be interested in growing these water-lovers. Here are 7 water-loving veggies to plant in your garden: Cabbage Cabbage is really a winter staple crop. Many growers love it for its dense, green leaves.…