Take your homemade chicken pie to the next level with this creamy bok choi and shiitake mushroom version. Tender chicken thighs, earthy shiitake mushrooms and wilted bok choi are folded into a rich, velvety sauce before being topped with golden puff pastry. Whether you make individual pot pies or one generous family-sized pie, it’s a comforting meal that’s perfect for cosy evenings and sharing around the table. Also See: Shepherd’s pie with a cheesy potato topping By Marwan Al Sayed Photograph by Graeme Wyllie
Cape Town will mark Mandela Day with an ambitious community gathering as Young Urbanists South Africa transforms part of Bree Street into a giant Langtafel, creating space for up…
While you might use a mattress protector, stains, sweat and dead skin cells still manage to pass the divide. This only fuels creeping dust mite populations and other bacteria lurking in and around your mattress, causing unwanted odours, damage to your mattress, and allergies. To avoid this and make your nighttime routine that much more hygienic, we’ve created a mattress cleaning guide specifically tackling how to get rid of mattress stains. How to get rid of stains on your mattress Who can help the morning coffee spills or the early morning accidents from your kids (or, for me, my…
Sweet, spicy and irresistibly crunchy, these hot honey macadamia snack bites are the ultimate snack for grazing boards, movie nights or edible gifts. Roasted until golden and coated…
Fresh, wholesome and full of Mediterranean flavour, this one-pan tomato and trout bake is an easy dinner you’ll want on repeat. Tender trout is gently poached in a rich tomato and herb sauce with creamy white beans, asparagus, green beans and briny green olives for a nourishing meal that’s as impressive as it is effortless. Best of all, it comes together in a single pan, making cleanup just as easy as dinner. Also See: Pan-fried fish with braised peas https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pan-fried-fish-with-braised-peas-recipe Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
When it comes to cleaning tasks, especially in the bathroom, you need to know a few things to keep your space hygienic and as allergy-free as possible (with…
Love chocolate chip cookies but don’t feel like scooping tray after tray? This choc-chip cookie dough pie is the ultimate shortcut dessert. Made with a store-bought cookie mix and baked until crisp around the edges with a soft, gooey centre, it’s a crowd-pleasing treat that’s even better served warm with generous scoops of vanilla ice cream. Also See: Vegan choc chip skillet cookie Direction and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
Nothing beats a classic comfort meal after a long day, and these sausages and onion gravy are proof. Juicy, golden-brown sausages are simmered in a deeply savoury onion…
If you’ve ever opened a kitchen drawer only to find it crammed with gadgets you’ve used once (or never), you’re not alone. Somewhere along the way, we were convinced we needed a separate tool for every task. Most home cooks can do almost everything with a handful of hardworking tools that pull double – or triple – duty. Not only do multipurpose kitchen tools save valuable cupboard space, but they also save money and reduce clutter. Better yet, you’ll actually reach for them every day. Here are the ones worth making room for. 1. Kitchen scissors A good pair of…
Pies are among the most common lunch items for working people, whether in the office or at home. They’re flaky, savoury, packed with a variety of fillings, and…