The table is set. This November, Celebrity Come Dine With Me South Africa will launch with a special three-channel simulcast event, giving audiences across BBC Lifestyle, BBC Brit and BBC UKTV the chance to experience the celebrity edition premiere together. The season premieres on Wednesday 18 November at 20:00 CAT, when South Africa’s first-ever celebrity season of the much-loved format gets underway. As the home of Come Dine With Me in South Africa, BBC Lifestyle will continue to screen the series throughout its six-week run, with new episodes airing every Wednesday at 20:00 CAT. And now, the first celebrities stepping up to the dinner table can finally…
Give your braai an extra flavour boost with this easy homemade barbecue sauce. With the perfect balance of sweetness, tang and a gentle chilli kick, this glossy, flavour-packed…
That silver can in the fridge feels like the sensible choice, but does it earn its good reputation? Here’s what the science says and what to pour at your next Sunday lunch. It’s Sunday lunch. The lamb is resting, the roast potatoes are crackling and someone opens the fridge to a row of cans marked zero sugar. You grab one without a second thought, because it feels like the responsible choice. Is it? The honest answer is a bit more interesting than yes or no. Zero-sugar drinks are a useful step for some people and a comfortable story for others,…
Take your taste buds on a trip to Bangkok with this take on Pad Thai. Loaded with tender pork fillet, juicy prawns, crunchy peanuts and silky noodles, it’s…
Few spices are as prized as saffron. Known for its rich golden colour, distinctive aroma and delicate flavour, it has earned a place in kitchens around the world. But this coveted ingredient, often called red gold, is facing a growing threat as climate change, urban development and food fraud put traditional saffron production under pressure. According to a report by the BBC, Kashmir’s centuries-old saffron industry is experiencing a significant decline, leaving local farmers concerned about both their livelihoods and the future of a spice deeply woven into the region’s food culture. What makes saffron so special? Saffron comes from…
Looking for a family outing that gets everyone away from their screens and out into the fresh air? Gauteng has several farms where a day outdoors can involve…
Take your sandwich game up a notch with this grilled sandwich of BBQ beef brisket. Slow-cooked, spice-rubbed beef coated in homemade smoky BBQ sauce, layered with creamy mayonnaise, tangy gherkins, and peppery wild rocket, all tucked between slices of golden, grilled bread. It’s a hearty, flavour-packed lunch that’s well worth the wait. Also See: Steak sandwich with super greens https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/steak-sandwich-with-super-greens
Scroll through any feed and wellness looks expensive – Pilates classes, skin serums, powdered greens in elegant tubs, and a “morning routine” that requires a kitchen full of…
Bring a little sunshine to your dessert table with these zesty lemon and lime syrup cakes. Light, fluffy and bursting with fresh citrus flavour, these mini cakes are soaked in a tangy homemade syrup for an extra hit of sweetness and zing. Perfect for afternoon tea, a light dessert or whenever you’re craving a little something sweet. Did you make this recipe? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa Also See: Recipes for when life gives you too many lemons https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/recipes-for-when-life-gives-you-too-many-lemons
Celebrate Diwali with a feast of fragrant spices, comforting curries and delicious homemade favourites. From golden samoosas and flavour-packed biryanis to warming paneer curries and tandoori chicken, these…




