• A good few years ago, milk baths became the epitome of self-care. We saw the Instagram posts flooding our feeds with aspirational posts from influencers in lush baths covered in milk and adorned in pretty flowers. Aesthetical appeal aside, what is the purpose of these alluring baths? Here’s the lowdown: The history of milk baths Milk baths were first popularised by Cleopatra, who many believed bathed in milk every day to maintain her complexion. 80 years after Cleopatra’s death, the Roman Empress Poppaea followed suit. Thereafter, Queens Catherine Parr and Elizabeth I bathed in milk, too. The belief was that…

    Immerse into your inner baker with this wholesome white bread recipe. The perfect addition to any lunchbox or plate. ALSO SEE: Garlic bread with corn and biltong butter https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/garlic-bread-with-corn-and-biltong-butter

    Bored of the same salad? We offer you a tasty twist with our simple yet scrumptious Greek orzo salad dish! The perfect side to your chicken or steak supper. ALSO SEE: Quick easy Orzo pasta salad https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/quick-easy-orzo-pasta-salad

    The ongoing inefficiencies at the Port of Cape Town (PoCT) are costing Western Cape apple and pear farmers an estimated R26 000 per hectare annually, Cape {town} Etc reports. According to a Western Cape Government (WCG) media statement, these delays, despite a turnaround strategy, are severely impacting the province’s agricultural sector, with losses nearing R1 billion a year. Attie van Zyl, managing director of Two-a-Day (TAD), one of Africa’s leading fruit processors, described the financial strain during a recent visit by Dr Ivan Meyer, Western Cape’s minister of agriculture. Premier Alan Winde further expressed concern that these inefficiencies are damaging the region’s reputation in…

    If you don’t already know how, we’re teaching you how to fold a linen napkin this week. With minimal effort and maximum style, these bow ties make for perfect modern table decor. WHAT YOU’LL NEED Square napkins Napkin rings Step 1: Iron out a square napkin. Step 2: Fold the napkin in half once from opposite corners. Turn it so the longest side is at the top and the point faces down. Step 3: Fold up the bottom point about 2–3 cm. Step 4: Fold over the top towards the point twice. Step 5: Turn the bottom half up and over the top,…