• Tomato paste was a staple in our kitchen cupboard growing up. I used to sneak the leftovers straight from the tin (yes, like people do with cake batter!). But what happens when you’re in the middle of cooking and realise you’re out? There are plenty of easy substitutes for tomato paste, and chances are, you already have at least one of them in your kitchen. Here’s how to make them work. Tomato sauce One of the easiest substitutes for tomato paste is tomato sauce. It’s made from the same base but has a thinner consistency and is usually pre-seasoned with…

    Ready in just 30 minutes and made in one pot, this creamy chicken is a weeknight winner. The sauce is rich, flavourful, and seriously irresistible, perfect for mopping…

    What to know before giving that baggie a second life!  I’ll be the first to admit I use a lot of resealable plastic bags—especially for storing leftovers, packing snacks, or prepping meals for the week. But with more of us trying to cut back on waste and be a bit more mindful of how we use plastic, the question often pops up: Can you actually reuse those freezer and sandwich bags safely? The short answer is yes—sometimes. But there are a few important things to keep in mind. When it’s totally fine to reuse them If your bag held dry…

    We’re giving two lucky winners the chance to each win 10 bar pouches of all four Rush Nutrition kids’ variants: O! Nuts Banana O! Nuts Cacao Apple Flik Flax Strawberry Flik Flax How to enter: Follow @foodandhomesa and @rush_natural_nutrition on Instagram. Tag someone in the comments whose gentle, grace-filled parenting nourishes the body, mind and soul: Each additional tag = an extra entry. Share this post to your stories for a bonus entry! Entries close on 13 June.Good luck! ALSO SEE: How African superfoods are reshaping the wellness industry (+ 20% off Rush Nutrition discount code inside) https://www.foodandhome.co.za/lifestyle/how-african-superfoods-are-reshaping-the-wellness-industry-20-off-rush-nutrition-discount-code-inside

    This sushi waffle is sure to become a sushi lover’s favourite! Crispy sushi rice, made in a waffle maker, topped with salmon, crunchy cucumber, Kewpie mayo, and creamy…

    Celebrate World Hummus Day with this creamy Levantine classic. Made with chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and a splash of water, hummus is a versatile classic. Watch Thilivali whip up hummus four delicious ways, perfect for snacking and sharing. Also See: How to make hummus https://www.foodandhome.co.za/how-to/how-to-make-hummus Feature image credit: GettyImages

    Hearty, wholesome, and totally egg-free. This chickpea omelette from Good Life Show’s chef Bettina Campolucci Bordi is packed with flavour and veggie goodness. Catch chef Bettina live at the Good Life Show in Cape Town (30 May to 01 June 2025) and Johannesburg (01 to 03 June 2025). Also See: Top Names Lined Up for The Good Life Show https://www.foodandhome.co.za/lifestyle/news-and-trends/top-names-lined-up-for-the-good-life-show Recipe originally published on Good Life Show Feature Image: Good Life Show

    You can’t turn down light, delicate biscotti. A derivative of the Italian word “biscotto”, which roughly translates to “twice baked”, these homemade treats are as delicious with a glass…