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 of those things in appliances that are often neglected. And a dirty detergent dispenser can, and will, lead to dingy-looking clothes. Meaning lingering residue, and even mould and mildew, is making their way into the drum. No matter the reasons, you want to ensure your clothes get the best treatment per cycle, and that’s why we’ve created an easy guide detailing how to clean the detergent dispenser in your washing machine.…
Before buying new cans of paint, consider sprucing up dull-looking paint without spending a single cent. If you’ve noticed your painted walls looking duller than usual, it’s…
Upgrade your breakfasts with our Amaranth and nut butter granola. This granola recipe is a wholesome blend of ancient grain amaranth, rich peanut, almond and sesame nut butters, cocoa nibs, whole almonds and dried berries to make an earthy and nutritious granola blend. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! Also See: Fried banana split with coconut yoghurt and home-made granola https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/fried-banana-split-with-coconut-yoghurt-and-home-made-granola Recipe, styling and photograph by Hein van Tonder
Spring/summer in South Africa is the perfect time to harvest many types of pumpkin. Celebrate the variety we have access to by making our nutty, zingy, fresh and…
Crispy corn chips loaded with deliciously spicy minced pork, red kidney beans, cheese, salsa, avocado and sour cream. These nachos are a real crowd-pleaser. Also See: Braaied pork neck skewers https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/braaied-pork-neck-skewers Recipe and image: SA Pork
This cosy, rustic roasted fennel quiche is perfect for brunch, a light lunch or dinner with a crisp green side salad. Baby fennel is caramelised alongside leeks to…
Kruger Shalati and Executive Chef Vusi Mbatha and his culinary team won “Best in Gastronomy Tourism for Fine & Casual Dining” at the South African-initiated Gastronomy Tourism Awards in Durban last evening. The recognition adds to a wonderful month of celebration for Kruger Shalati, following the Train on the Bridge securing two MICHELIN Keys for a second consecutive year. Now in their third year, the Gastronomy Tourism Awards celebrate culinary excellence across a wide range of categories. By recognising entrants who turn gastronomy into compelling tourism experiences, the initiative continues to strengthen South Africa’s position as a world-class culinary destination.…
October/November not only marks the Jacaranda blooming season, but also marks exam season. Is it a coincidence that they occur at the same time? Many believe not –…
This chicken & almond tray bake is an easy midweek meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. Chicken thighs are spiced with cayenne pepper and garlic, and then oven-baked with red onions, red peppers and kale. You can easily throw this together after a long day at work and not worry about a million-and-one dishes needing to be washed before the empty dinner plates pile up. Also See: Chicken and chorizo open burger with garlic mayo https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/chicken-chorizo-open-burger-garlic-mayo