Ina Paarman started her iconic journey in 1982 with the opening of her cookery school from her home’s garage. Seven years later, after the incredible success of the cookery school, her son Graham Paarman suggested that they turn her expansive cooking knowledge into what would become a truly loved South African brand. “Why don’t we go into business together? You can cook, and I can count!” – Graham Paarman Ina Paarman believes that food has the ability to create memorable moments that make life worth living. A philosophy that comes through in all the homestyle products that Paarman Foods creates.…
Most of you might have seen or heard about the award winning Inverroche gin. We were invited to the home of Inverroche, in Still Bay, a small town just outside of George in the Western Cape. We went on a tour of the Still Bay area and experienced all the Inverroche distillery had to offer. About Inverroche Inverroche is a French inspired gin that is not only award winning, but also known for its distinct flavour and unique packaging. Founder Lorna Scott studied gin and decided to start her own gin brand inspired by nature. Inverroche gin is mostly made…
2-minute chocolate chip microwave cookies These 2-minute chocolate chip microwave cookies are super easy to make and are the perfect snack to get your household into the holiday spirit. These cookies are sure to steal Father Christmas’s heart, and they couldn’t be easier to make. Makes 2 cookies – double or triple the recipe if you’d like to increase the number of cookies. INGREDIENTS ¼ cup (40 g) plain flour 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp caster sugar 1 egg yolk pinch of salt 1 tbsp butter, softened ¼ tsp vanilla 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips METHOD Place…
The summer season is well and truly here, so in order to make the most of the delicious seasonal produce of this time of year, here is a roundup of great desserts that you have to make this summer. Cakes White chocolate and guava cake Litchi-mousse no-bake cheesecake Pistachio & apricot baklava cake Tarts Grape and peach tarte Tatin Nectarine roses Spiced citrus crème caramel with honeyed grapes Puddings Sticky pumpkin and apricot pudding Roasted nectarines with amaretti crumble Mango & coconut meringue pots Frozen desserts Hawaiian guava and condensed-milk ice cream Frozen watermelon Christmas tree lollies 3-ingredient mango sorbet…
This festive season, South African’s can celebrate with Lyre’s, the world’s most awarded, ‘impossibly crafted’ premium quality non-alcoholic spirits’ brand. The range gives the perfect elevated drink experience whether gifting or serving as part of any occasion. Whether it’s for loved ones, in-laws, or just fixing up yours truly, you’ll find Lyre’s non-alcoholic spirits a rather advent-ageous gift option. Booze-free tiramisu Try this alcohol-free tiramisu recipe, which uses Lyre’s Coffee Originale and Lyre’s American Malt to give you the same flavour but with none of the booze. INGREDIENTS 180 ml black coffee (preferably espresso) 40 g castor sugar 60 ml *Lyre’s…
Make entertaining look easy and add a little ‘mmm’ to your festive menu with LANCEWOOD®’s versatile and award-winning cream cheese. Rich, creamy and utterly irresistible, South Africa’s favourite cream cheese is equally delicious spread on bread and crackers, baked into savoury dishes and added to sweet treats. Available in a range of flavours and snack-friendly formats, LANCEWOOD® Cream Cheese is the ultimate get-together go-to, and a must-have ingredient in your fridge this festive season. Whether you’re looking to create a show-stopping dessert, an indulgent main or a simple yet scrumptious snack platter, you can’t go wrong with South Africa’s most…
How about a French-themed date night to enjoy with the one you love? In Pretoria, you can get a 3-course meal (for two) of gourmet French cuisine for just R989 until the 17th of December 2022. That’s a saving of 24%! Brasserie de Paris is a contemporary French restaurant that serves French-inspired à la carte and has an innovative international tasting menu. Prepare for an elegant, intimate atmosphere paired with good food and a French dining experience. Take a look at what’s on the menu here. You don’t want to miss out on this delicious selection of French cuisine. Grab…
The traditional Christmas meal is often centred around meat, leaving vegetarians and vegans to make-do with a hardly handful of starters or side dishes (or sometimes nothing at all)! If you are catering for someone who doesn’t eat meat, or simply want to try and incorporate more plant-based foods into your Christmas cooking, we have put together some suggestions for meat-free dishes to serve this festive season. Starters Spinach and ricotta Christmas tree Baked Camembert with honey-roasted grapes, almonds and puff-pastry shards Baked vegan feta Spinach, Blue Cheese and Walnut Puffs Mains Beet Wellington with balsamic reduction Whole baked cauliflower…
Allesverloren Wine Estate this year marks a truly rare and historic milestone, celebrating with the release of a new wine. It was 150 years ago that the Malan Family acquired the land that has been under its custodianship ever since. A host of pioneering successes was set in motion, including high-level representation in directing South Africa’s wine industry for many years; the establishment of Portuguese wine grape varieties in South Africa; and, the establishment of one of the most beloved global wine brands. This year also marks the end of Allesverloren’s successful 53-year distribution contract with Distillers Corporation, now Distell.…
Enter now and stand a chance to win a wine safari with Waterford Estate valued at R15 000 for you and five friends. Congratulations to the lucky winner Martie Rossouw! Down the gravel driveway, citrus orchards on either side set the tone for what’s behind the iconic, grand entrance. Waterford Estate has truly earned its reputation as one of the South African greats with award-winning wines that speak for themselves and a wine experience that has elevated the world-class standard while offering genuine South-African hospitality at its absolute finest. Driven by passion- this is a place where renowned wines are…
Summer-style wines, festive gifting and on-site offerings aplenty: Waterford Estate is the place to be this summer. Perfectly timed with the start of December and South Africa’s favourite season, Waterford Estate is proud to share their selection of summer-style wines with visitors from both near and far. Summer-style wines Proudly offering an estate collection including crowd favourites like the Waterford Rose-Mary – an elegant incarnation of a Blanc de Noir made with Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Malbec, Cinsaut, Tempranillo and Sangiovese cultivars and ideal for the sunny days to follow. For lovers of Chenin blanc, the ‘Waterford Old Vine Chenin blanc’ boasts grapes…
Making gifts by hand is a cost-effective way to show your loved ones how much you care this festive season. Here, we’ve put together some ideas for thoughtful DIY gifts that you can make for friends and family this Christmas. Homemade cookies Put together a box of iced Christmas cookies, shortbread stars, or just a selection of your favourites as a gift for friends or family. Add some extra festive feeling to the box by wrapping the cookies in red and white ribbon and putting some Christmas chocolates or candy canes amongst the biscuits in the box. Handmade candles Reuse…
Count down to the festive season with us! Every second day, up until Christmas, we’ll be adding more scrumptious meal ideas for you to add to your festive menu. Grab your Food&Home Festive Menu Planner and start planning your festive feast. Feature image: Olga Shumytskaya via Getty Images
Homemade gifts are from the heart, so why not make some delicious homemade treats to give this festive season? We’ve rounded up some edible gift ideas to give to friends and family over the holidays. Candied popcorn https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/dessert/candied-popcorn Christmas peppermint candies https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/christmas-peppermint-candies Apple and pecan pie granola https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/apple-pecan-pie-granola White chocolate shards with sumac, orange and salted almonds https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/white-chocolate-shards Christmas meringue macarons https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/meringue-macarons Budget-friendly Oreo truffles https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/budget-friendly-oreo-truffles Pressed flower sugar cookies https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pressed-flower-sugar-cookies ALSO SEE: Our one-stop Christmas gift shop is officially here! https://www.foodandhome.co.za/entertaining/one-stop-christmas-gift-shop
Drunken mocha mousse tartlets Creamy, cold mocha mousse in a light and delicious pastry tart. PREP TIME 40 minutes | COOK TIME 15 minutes + cooling & refrigeration | MAKES 24 | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS 6 sheets shortcrust pastry ¼ cup brandy 2 tsp powdered gelatine ½ cup milk ½ tbsp instant coffee granules 75 g dark chocolate (85% cocoa) 2 egg yolks ¼ cup caster sugar ⅔ cup heavy cream ⅓ cup cocoa 125 g raspberries You will need A 9cm round cutter 24 x 4cm mini fluted brioche pans METHOD PREHEAT oven to 180°C. Grease 24…