Designing and decorating a beautiful and personal home is more than just stylish decor – it’s about creating a space that reflects your lifestyle and feels good to live in every day. Even with the best intentions, it’s easy to fall into common design traps that make your space feel less cohesive and more chaotic. Mismatched styles, awkward layouts, poor lighting, and poor curtain placements can be a thing of the past. In our guide, we teach you how to spot and fix the most common home decorating mistakes – focusing on practical tips to help you design a home…
There’s something comforting about a stack of warm pancakes, especially on slow mornings when you want breakfast to feel a little more special. But pancakes can be more than…
Decorating your home is the most exciting part of interior design – but also the most overwhelming. There are so many paint options and combos to choose from, not to mention fabric types, throws, pillows, artwork, and other items to sort out. To make things easier and less stressful, all while guaranteeing a well-decorated space, we’ve put together a decorating guideline: 5 tricks to use that actually work. Decorating guideline Of all the tips and tricks that internet users swear by, we’ve rounded up 5 of the best that actually help you achieve the space you’ve envisioned. 1. Use…
Who doesn’t love a good cheesecake? Indulge in the perfect fusion of two beloved desserts with this Tiramisu Cheesecake recipe. This delightful creation combines the creamy richness of…
After last weekend’s roses, prix fixe menus and packed-out date nights, the city is settling into its usual rhythm. But “usual” in Joburg still means jazz stages, art galleries, dance floors, charity walks, cycling challenges and theatre curtains rising across the province. If you are wondering what to do from 20 to 22 February, here is your full guide to everything happening across Joburg. Explore Fordsburg On A Taste Of India Chef Ishvara leads a culinary journey through Fordsburg, visiting Pakistani sweet shops, Ayurvedic stores, Syrian baklava spots, Palestinian shawarma counters, spice shops and more. It is part history lesson,…
Comfort food doesn’t have to come at a cost to your wallet – or the planet. This no-waste vegetarian cottage pie transforms humble pantry staples into something deeply…
One day, Ronelle Hart was overcome with nostalgia and a craving for the golden oat crunchies of her childhood. Once she had unearthed and dusted off her mother’s old cookbook, Ronelle pages through the baking-stained pages only to find this delicious traditional South African oat crunchies recipe from her past… We love whipping up a batch for friends and family, and it’s the perfect accompaniment to serve with your morning tea or coffee. Also See: Triple chocolate almond cookies https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/triple-chocolate-almond-cookies Feature image credit: Bibbyskitchenat36.com
I’m a firm believer in regular decluttering of your home, but, ironically so, also a “tomorrow’s another day for decluttering” person. It’s not that I don’t want to start;…
There’s something deeply comforting about a big pot of bolognaise gently simmering on the stove – the kind of meal that fills the kitchen with warmth and promises seconds for everyone at the table. This clever meat-stretcher version takes the classic family favourite and gives it a nourishing, flavour-boosting twist by folding in finely blitzed HC Mushrooms (portabello and shiitake). Not only do the mushrooms add incredible depth and richness, but they also help extend the beef mince, making this dish both budget-friendly and wonderfully wholesome. As the sauce slowly bubbles away with red wine, tomato and fragrant rosemary, the…
Bright, juicy and wonderfully refreshing, oranges are one of those everyday fruits that rarely get the spotlight they deserve. Most of us reach for them when we feel…