• There’s nothing quite like a warm apple and oat crumble fresh from the oven. Sweet Golden Delicious apples are gently spiced with cinnamon before being topped with a buttery oat crumble made with demerara sugar and baked until crisp and golden. Serve it warm with a generous spoonful of clotted cream for the ultimate comforting dessert. Also See: Crumbles, puddings, and spiced loaves: Our comfort baking favourites https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/crumbles-puddings-and-spiced-loaves-our-comfort-baking-favourites

    The annual SA Olive Awards, a highlight on the calendar of South Africa’s olive oil producers, will take place on the 15th of September 2026 to celebrate a local industry that continues to produce world-class EVOOs – capable of competing with the very best internationally. This year, the judging panel welcomes two internationally acclaimed olive oil experts, Marcelo Scofano from Brazil and Dr Müge Nebioğlu from Türkiye, who will lead SA Olive’s local judging panel. Their participation reflects the growing international reputation of South Africa’s olive oil industry and reinforces the competition’s commitment to judging, according to internationally recognised…

    Creamy, cheesy and finished with a crisp oat and herb gratin, this loaded oat milk mac ‘n cheese is comfort food at its finest. Oat milk creates a silky sauce that lets the rich cheeses shine, while the crunchy topping adds the perfect contrast. Whether you’re feeding the family or bringing a dish to share, this oven-baked favourite is guaranteed to disappear fast. Vegans can substitute with vegan cheese in this recipe. Also See: Can you freeze cheese? Here’s how to and which cheese to avoid https://www.foodandhome.co.za/lifestyle/can-you-freeze-cheese-heres-how-to-and-which-cheese-to-avoid

    Walk down the soup aisle or scroll through recipes online and you’ll quickly notice two ingredients that seem almost interchangeable: bone broth and stock. While they’re often used in similar ways, they’re not exactly the same thing. Knowing the difference between bone broth and stock can help you choose the right one for your recipe – or simply decide which deserves a spot in your fridge. What is stock? Stock is a kitchen staple made by simmering bones, often with a handful of vegetables such as onions, carrots and celery, along with herbs and aromatics. The focus of stock is…

    Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked bread filling your kitchen. With its soft, fluffy crumb and golden crust, this easy homemade white bread is a recipe every…