• This date loaf is the perfect slice to start any day. Naturally sweet dates, warm spices and a soft, tender crumb make it perfect for slow mornings or afternoons, while the cardamom-spiced cream cheese adds just enough indulgence to justify a second slice before 10 am. Also See: Granola yoghurt parfaits for breakfast https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/granola-yoghurt-parfait-for-breakfast Recipes and Styling: Chiara Turilli; Photos: Andreas Eiselen/Habari media images

    Fragrant, comforting and packed with warming spice, this spiced lamb pilaf is the perfect one-pot dinner for cooler evenings. Made with fluffy rice, savoury lamb mince, sweet potato and aromatic ras el hanout, every spoonful delivers layers of rich flavour and texture. Finished with pops of pomegranate, fresh herbs and toasted almonds, it’s a hearty dish that feels both wholesome and impressive without demanding hours in the kitchen. ALSO SEE: Rice paper rolls https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/rice-paper-rolls

    This breakfast tart is the kind of recipe that turns an ordinary morning into something worth lingering over. Layered with buttery pastry, caramelised leeks, crispy pancetta and rich baked eggs, it strikes the perfect balance between comforting and impressive. Ideal for slow weekend brunches, lazy holiday mornings or whenever cereal starts feeling emotionally inadequate. Inspired by classic savoury breakfast flavours, this tart is simple enough to pull together but looks like you genuinely have your life sorted. Originally seen on Gardenandhome.co.za Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Pumpkin lime chilli hummus cheesy…

    As autumn gives way to winter and crisp evenings settle in, this bacon & feta potato quiche is exactly the kind of comfort food worth turning the oven on for. Smoky bacon, salty feta and creamy cottage cheese come together in a rich yet light filling, while roasted smashed potatoes create a golden, crispy crust in place of traditional pastry. Perfect for a slow weekend lunch or sliced up for easy meal-prepped lunches during the week. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) Also See: Mother’s Day french toast with chantilly…

    As the temperature dips and soup season rolls in, there’s one uninvited guest that tends to make itself at home too: the mouse. Tiny, sneaky and surprisingly determined, these winter wanderers are usually after the same thing you are – warmth and a well-stocked pantry.  The good news? A few simple changes now can help keep your shelves crumb-free and critter-free all season. Start with the snack stash Mice have an excellent nose for food, especially dry goods left in paper or flimsy plastic packaging. Flour, cereal, rice and pet food are all fair game. Decant pantry staples into sturdy airtight containers – glass jars and sealed…