• What is set to become South Africa’s biggest culinary extravaganza – the Mzansi Food & Drink Show – takes place at the Kyalami Convention Centre from June 15 to 17 this year. The show is the brainchild of RX Africa, the company behind some of the country’s premiere events, including Decorex JHB, Comic Con Africa, Africa Travel Week and FAME Week Africa. The mega food and drink festival will incorporate previously hosted shows, including the hugely successful and popular Coffee & Chocolate Expo and Fire & Feast Meat Festival with new additions the Fine Food & Wine Show, the Bar…

    Expand your pasta menu with this scrumptious porcini and bacon pappardelle. So juicy and magical you’ll want it every night. Also see: Easy garlic butter pasta with Parmesan; anchovies https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/easy-garlic-butter-pasta-with-garlic-anchovies

    Slightly undercooked but light and airy on the inside. Giving off a mousse-like texture, delightfully just sweet enough. And the best part? the “burnt” surface, with a distinct caramel flavour perfectly combined with the vanilla cheesecake underneath! The defining feature of this dish is its burnt top, earning it the name Basque cheesecake for its origin in northern Spain. Try this Burnt cheesecake recipe, which is guaranteed to become a family fav! ALSO SEE: Baked cheesecake with Bar One topping:  Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Hema Patel

    In an effort to bolster sustainable cooking solutions, clean and renewable energy solutions company Ener-G-Africa (EGA) on Thursday, 9 May 2024, officially opened its new state-of-the-art biomass stove and cookware manufacturing factory in Paarl. According to the recently released Clean Cooking Alliance Annual Report, four out of five individuals, predominantly women, in Africa continue to cook over open flames. The report asserts that this practice not only detrimentally affects health, gender equality, and the environment but also underscores the urgency for change. The stainless steel factory, which uses only world-class South African-manufactured stainless steel, will produce two different types of…

    Among the array of exciting features and enriching experiences at The Good Life Show, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in exclusive and interactive Masterclasses in the Woolworths Masterclass with PlantLove, available at an additional cost. ALSO SEE: Your passport to sustainable living: The Good Life Show hits Cape Town and Joburg! Here’s a glimpse of some renowned mixologists slated to grace The Good Life Show in Cape Town: Jody Francis Having started in the bartending industry roughly thirteen years ago, Jody has developed techniques, strategies, and methodology that has revolutionised our industry. Roxanne Reid Roxanne’s 17-year career in bartending…

    Having the right kitchen knives makes all the difference when you’re cooking, particularly in precision cutting and slicing. The importance of having the appropriate tools cannot be overstated. Knives are essential and often overlooked assets in the kitchen. This adaptable tool serves a multitude of purposes—from peeling fruit and slicing meat to dicing vegetables, chopping herbs, mincing garlic, and so much more! Essential kitchen knives every home cook needs: Whether you’re starting afresh or enhancing your existing collection, the following knives are must-haves for every home cook: Chef’s Knife A chef’s knife is the cornerstone of any kitchen arsenal. Its…