• Autumn has properly arrived, and with it, that familiar craving for something warm from the oven, something slow and a little nostalgic. This is the season of comfort baking at its best. Crumbles with bubbling, jammy fruit tucked beneath golden, buttery tops. Puddings that steam up the kitchen windows and demand to be eaten straight from the dish. Spiced loaves, fragrant with cinnamon and nutmeg, sliced thick and enjoyed while the kettle hums in the background. This round-up leans into it all – the grey skies, the chill in the air, the quiet joy of being indoors. These are the…

    Some days your energy feels steady and focused. Other days it feels like a bit of a rollercoaster, where you feel hungry soon after eating, craving something sweet, or feeling like you need another coffee just to get through the afternoon. Often, these ups and downs can be linked to blood sugar. When blood sugar rises quickly after eating, it can sometimes drop just as quickly afterwards, which is when those familiar dips in energy tend to appear. The good news is that small shifts in how meals and snacks are put together can help create more balance throughout the…

    The 2026 Food&Home Awards are open for entries – celebrating the flavours, products and innovations shaping South Africa’s food narrative right now The Food&Home Awards return in 2026 for their third year, continuing to champion excellence across South Africa’s food landscape. Since launching, the awards have become a trusted benchmark for quality and innovation; recognising everything from pantry staples to standout new products that resonate with today’s conscious consumers. This year’s edition celebrates brands that deliver on flavour, integrity and value, while responding to evolving expectations around sustainability, conscious sourcing and changing lifestyles. View this post on…

    South Africa’s premium dairy favourite, LANCEWOOD, has just released two new exciting products: Fat Free Greek Delight® Plain Yoghurt and Fruity Smooth Cottage Cheese. Indulge in the same richness, now in a lighter, fat-free version Designed for yoghurt lovers who want to keep things balanced without giving up flavour, the new addition delivers LANCEWOOD’s signature thick, creamy texture, but with fewer calories, making everyday wellness feel all the more delicious. Created in response to consumers calling for a lighter extension to the popular Double Cream Greek Delight®, the fat-free Greek yoghurt is for the kilojoule-conscious who seek satisfying dairy…

    This winter, COY is expanding one of its most popular offerings. The COY EDIT – previously a lunch‑only option – is now available for both lunch and dinner, seven days a week. The idea is simple: give guests a way to enjoy COY’s cooking at a price point that works for them, without losing the experience that makes the restaurant so special.  “Winter is when people want comfort, warmth, and a place that feels familiar. Extending the EDIT into the evening is our way of inviting more locals in – to drop by, share a few plates, and enjoy the kind of food that…