Only 10% of dog allergies are food-related. Most are triggered by the environment. If your dog is prone to scratching, licking its paws or having noticeably irritated skin, you might assume something in its food is to blame. But food allergies are far less common than many pet parents realise. Only around 10% of dogs with allergies experience food allergies, with most triggered by something in their environment. “Grass and pollen are obvious triggers at this time of year,” says Dr. Karien Brink, Professional Veterinary Affairs and Customer Development Manager at Hill’s Pet Nutrition, South Africa. But she says that…
Love cheesecake? Love crumpets? Why choose when you can have both? These cheesecake crumpets put a delicious twist on a breakfast favourite, combining soft, fluffy crumpets with the…
We all know how protected a glass of bubbles from Champagne is, but did you know our very own lamb from the Karoo is as protected? Thanks to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) bringing Geographical Indications (GI) into effect, many countries have increased protection of certain products since 1994 – ranging from French Champagne and Cameroon Poivre de Penja (Penja Pepper) to South African Rooibos and Karoo Lamb. What makes Karoo Lamb so special The central Karoo, spanning the Western and Northern Cape, is filled with a very specific terrestrial biome: hardy dwarf shrubs, succulents and grasses. These plants…
Ready to give your Halloween table a little fright-night flair? Whether you’re leaning into moody candlelight, dramatic black lace, pumpkin-filled centrepieces or full-on spooky showstoppers, the right tablescape…
The F&H Team had their writing hats firmly on their heads last week, covering topics from umami and things you should never store under the sink to Siya Kolisi’s new adventure into the food scene and the talented chefs winning a prestigious food award at Kruger Shalati. Below is a round-up of all our articles – in case you missed it. Happy reading! Weekly article roundup What exactly is umami? Understanding the fifth taste and how to use it in your cooking https://www.foodandhome.co.za/how-to/what-exactly-is-umami-understanding-the-fifth-taste-and-how-to-use-it-in-your-cooking How to unclog and clean your washing machine drain hose https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/how-to-unclog-and-clean-your-washing-machine-drain-hose There are 6…
Roasts like beer chicken, leg of lamb, and roast beef need a little sweet-savoury kick to balance out the umami goodness the meat delivers. Parsnip is paired with…
Turmeric is what gives many dishes that lovely, deep golden colour. But that’s not all its worth: turmeric has been used in cooking for hundreds of years. It not only provides colour and flavour, but its nutritional benefits have also been used in Ayurvedic and other traditional medicines across China and India. Read on to find out the health benefits of fresh turmeric, plus some of our favourite recipes. Health benefits of fresh turmeric Research has found turmeric to contain medicinal compounds called curcuminoids. Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric that may provide a range of anti-inflammatory…
As the month-end squeeze bites, food rescue app Refreshi is selling surplus food from supermarkets, bakeries and delis at half price or less, from just R39 a bag,…
Two classic desserts come together to create a sweet, creamy and zesty dessert. Make our crêpes Suzette cheesecake with caramelised oranges for your next dinner party and impress your guests. Crêpes are layered with a slightly tangy cream cheese filling and topped with a flambéed orange sauce. Also See: No-bake blueberry cheesecake https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/dessert/no-bake-blueberry-cheesecake
While you might think that a washing machine’s detergent dispenser cleans itself with every cycle (I mean, it does get filled with water and drained, right?), it’s one…