A healthy gut plays a vital role in everything from immune function to mental well-being, and the food you eat can have a direct impact on how well it performs. While fermented foods and fibre-rich veggies often steal the spotlight, fruit is just as important. Packed with vitamins, antioxidants and natural fibre, these sweet treats can help fuel the good bacteria in your digestive system and support a balanced microbiome. Here are some of the best fruits for gut health, along with simple tips for including more of them in your diet. 1. Prunes: the go-to for gut relief Prunes,…
Rich, hearty, and packed with flavour, this oxtail ragù with witbier and horseradish crumbs is the ultimate winter warmer. Slow-cooked to tender perfection, it’s the kind of comfort…
Chicken feet may be unconventional to some, but in many Asian and African kitchens, they’re a much-loved delicacy packed with flavour and unique texture. This dish turns a humble ingredient into something deeply satisfying – rich, tender, and impossible to forget. Try it once, and you might just be hooked. Recipe and styling by: Mufarisi Manyuha Also See: One-pot wonders: Cosy recipes to keep warm this winter https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/one-pot-wonders-cosy-recipes-to-keep-warm-this-winter
Five years ago, grabbing a truly healthy bite in Cape Town wasn’t exactly easy, especially if you were after something that felt more comforting than clinical. That all…
Harbour House has officially opened its newest location in the heart of Camps Bay. From its humble beginnings in Kalk Bay to its iconic presence at the V&A Waterfront, the brand’s latest outpost brings its signature blend of refined coastal cuisine and timeless elegance to one of Cape Town’s most celebrated beachfronts. Designed to echo the calm sophistication of its surroundings, the new Harbour House Camps Bay offers a warm and stylish space for every occasion, be it a leisurely lunch, golden hour cocktail, or starlit dinner. The curated menu draws inspiration from classic Mediterranean flavours, reimagined with contemporary seafood…
We’ve all been there: spent hours meticulously weighing and mixing ingredients only to watch the cake sink in, or worse, during or after baking. It’s devastating. But preventable.…
If you think mornings are just for quiet coffees and sleepy stares, think again. A fresh new trend is turning that idea on its head — and it’s happening right here in South Africa. Enter the coffee rave: a lively, music-fueled morning experience that blends the buzz of caffeine with the energy of a dance party. It might sound like an unusual combination, but for Gen Z and millennials looking for healthier, feel-good ways to connect and kick off the day, it’s exactly the kind of social shift that makes sense. What exactly is a coffee rave? Coffee raves are…
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…
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…