• Looking for an easy lunch or a fuss-free vegetarian dinner? This fusilli pasta salad with mixed peas and ricotta is fresh, wholesome and full of flavour. Wholewheat pasta and chickpeas make it satisfying, while sweet green peas, crunchy sugar snap peas and creamy ricotta bring plenty of texture. Finished with fresh mint, lemon and crumbled feta, it’s a simple yet delicious dish that comes together in just 30 minutes. Made this fusilli pasta salad with mixed peas & ricotta? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram Also see: Quick easy orzo pasta salad FEATURE IMAGE:AREMEDIA

    Make the most of sunny days with this fresh and flavour-packed summer chicken salad. Tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, charred corn, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes and salty feta come together on a bed of peppery rocket. Finished with a zesty orange dressing, it’s a delicious balance of fresh, smoky and creamy textures. Best of all, it’s ready in just 40 minutes, making it an easy choice for a light lunch or fuss-free summer supper. Made this summer chicken salad recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram Also See: Quick and easy quinoa salad https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/quick-and-easy-quinoa-salad

    An unusual seven-course menu inspired by the historic railway route, indigenous ingredients and two contrasting dining experiences awaits guests at Kruger Shalati – The Train on the Bridge on 27 and 28 November 2026. When acclaimed South African chef Wandile Mabaso joins Executive Chef Vusi Mbatha at Kruger Shalati later this month, guests can expect more than an exceptional meal. The two chefs have spent months researching the train’s history and developing a menu that takes diners on a journey through the places and flavours along its original route. Their collaboration forms part of the Motsamayi Chef Collaboration…

    Looking for an easy, flavour-packed dinner that ticks all the boxes? This crisp-skinned chicken with tomato-braised beans is a delicious combination of golden, buttery chicken drumsticks, tender green beans and juicy tomatoes simmered in a savoury sauce. Served alongside crispy baby potatoes and finished with fresh thyme and lemon, it’s a comforting, wholesome meal that’s perfect for a fuss-free family dinner. Made this crisp-skinned chicken with tomato-braised beans? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Roast chicken burrito bowls https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/roast-chicken-burrito-bowls Feature image: Are Media

    Give a South African classic a deliciously indulgent twist with this Irish coffee malva pudding. Soft, sticky and wonderfully moist, this comforting dessert brings together the rich flavours of coffee, a hint of whiskey and a luscious, buttery sauce. It’s the perfect after-dinner treat, especially when served warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram Also See: Pear and phyllo pastry milk tart https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/pears-and-phyllo-pastry-milk-tart Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi; Photograph by Dylan Swart