Whether you’re planning a long-overdue catch-up with friends, celebrating a milestone, or craving a quiet midweek escape, South Africa’s Winelands offer endless charm. Women-led Cape estates are setting a new standard for luxury hospitality, pairing exquisite stays with unforgettable food and wine. Here are five female-led Winelands escapes to bookmark for your next getaway. 1. Seven Sisters Vineyards, Stellenbosch The vibe: Warm, welcoming, and family-driven. The story: Founded by the seven Brutus sisters, each bottle in their collection is named after one of the sisters to reflect their personality. What to do: Enjoy an unpretentious, home-style lunch pairing under the…
Rich, chocolatey and infused with bold coffee flavour, these chocolate buns with coffee ganache are an indulgent dessert that’s perfect for entertaining or weekend baking. Topped with lightly…
Warm up with this comforting Korean-inspired Doenjang brothy chicken and rice, featuring crispy soy and ginger chicken thighs, charred cabbage, fluffy rice and a rich doenjang broth. Packed with bold umami flavour and wholesome ingredients, it’s the perfect one-bowl meal for cosy weeknight dinners or slow weekend lunches. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) Also See: Apple and oat crumble https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/apple-and-oat-crumble
Women’s Day is the perfect excuse to round up your favourite people, put the group chat into action and spend quality time together. Here are some of the…
Slow-braised beef short ribs are the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings, lazy Sunday lunches, or when you’re cooking to impress with minimal hands-on effort. Gently braised in a rich combination of red wine, mirin, soy sauce and warming spices, the beef becomes meltingly tender while the sauce develops incredible depth of flavour. Better still, this dish tastes even better the next day, making it the perfect make-ahead meal for entertaining or cosy family dinners. RECIPE, STYLING AND PHOTOGRAPH BY HEIN VAN TONDER Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! Also See: Braised beef short ribs with…
Golden, flaky and packed with a savoury spinach and feta filling, spanakopita is a timeless Greek classic that’s just as impressive for entertaining as it is for a…
Le Parc, the French-inspired food emporium, has partnered with award-winning pastry chef Jared Melamed, the creative force behind La Tarte Pâtisserie, to introduce a new collection of French pâtisserie to its dessert counter. The collection will be available at Le Parc Hyde Park as well as the new Le Parc Polofields, which opens this July. My pastry identity is shaped by a deep respect for craftsmanship, restraint and honesty in flavour,” says Melamed. “Every element on the plate needs a purpose, whether it’s there for texture, balance or emotion. I want people to taste something that feels elegant, familiar and…
Everything you love about classic lasagne, made perfectly portable. These mini lasagne ‘muffins’ layer rich meat sauce, creamy béchamel, gooey cheese and tender pasta into individual portions that…
The FYN Group’s casual eatery is bringing world-class ramen bowls and a new culinary offering to Cape Town’s most happening street. The bustling Kloof Street is soon to be the new home of the FYN Group’s much-loved casual eatery, Ramenhead. The popular Japanese street food concept first opened its doors on Parliament Street in 2022, and has since become a firm favourite among Cape Town foodies – known for their multi-day simmered bone broth, and house-made noodles pulled using the only Yamato Ramen Machine on the continent. The move from Parliament to Kloof Street marks a new chapter for the…
A quick, easy and tasty twist on an old favourite! Prepare these crunchy parmesan-crusted pork chops with deliciously sweet papaya salsa, and surprise your guests with something different…