• This Heritage Month, food lovers in the Cape have a unique opportunity to experience the culinary brilliance of two of SA’s top chefs. Chef of the Year Johannes Richter joins acclaimed Chef Sebastian Stehr on 6 September at the Eat Out Two-Star beyond Restaurant on Buitenverwachting Wine Estate, in Constantia, for a one-night only collab. Both chefs share a passion for highlighting indigenous ingredients and sustainable cooking. It’s always fantastic to cook with someone who shares an ethos or vision. Sebastian and I are certainly on the same page when it comes to both cooking philosophy and sustainability, and I…

    Fermented foods are no newbie to the world of food. They’ve been part of traditional diets for centuries, offering a range of benefits, from better digestion to a stronger immune system. But if the thought of sauerkraut or kimchi doesn’t excite you, don’t worry. There’s a whole world filled with tangy, probiotic-rich options that can easily fit into your meals without feeling like a chore. Why fermented foods? Fermentation is mainly used to preserve foods, especially when our ancestors didn’t have refrigerators or freezers. By combining foods, like cabbage, with seasonings and a food source, like starch or sugars, living…

    We’ve all heard about morning sickness, swollen feet, and the endless bathroom trips – but there are other, quieter health risks during pregnancy that don’t get the same airtime.  The truth is, while pregnancy is often described as this glowing, magical chapter, many South African moms-to-be are silently dealing with issues they may not even know they have. Some of these risks aren’t picked up until there’s a problem — but they can be spotted and managed early if you know what to look out for.  “Even if you feel fine, there could be things happening in your body that…

    Quick and packed with flavour, this Chicken Yaki Udon is the perfect midweek dinner that feels like a treat. Juicy strips of chicken are tossed in a tangy-sweet…

    Who doesn’t love a good, comforting gnocchi? And when you add in some triple cheesiness and create three-cheese gnocchi, you’ve got a winner. This is the perfect dish for when you’re craving something creamy, rich and filling. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram!  Also See: Pork ragù with gnocchi https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pork-ragu-with-gnocchi