With Valentine’s Day around the corner, the obligation to gift a loved one with one of many generic gifts stacked on shelves might seem overwhelming. But meaningful gifts don’t have to be expensive, over-the-top or romantic in the traditional sense. Whether you’re celebrating a partner, friends, family, or workmatesm the best gifts are simple, personal, and intentional. Here’s a no-fuss guide to Valentine’s Day gift ideas that suit everyone in your life. Family members and friends Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples. It’s also a chance to remind the people who support you every day that they matter. You don’t…
There’s something instantly celebratory about a sparkling cocktail, especially one that balances floral notes with bright fruit and bubbles. This granadilla, rose, and pomegranate cocktail is light, fragrant,…
Juicy, spice-kissed tomato steak meets creamy avo hummus in a fresh take on this cult classic. Grilled until caramelised and smoky, the tomatoes bring warmth and a gentle heat, while the smooth avocado hummus adds richness and freshness. Piled onto crisp, golden toast and finished with your favourite toppings, this dish is perfect for a leisurely breakfast, light lunch, or stylish brunch spread that feels indulgent yet nourishing. Not only is avo toast endlessly versatile, but with its brain-boosting fats and gut-friendly fibre, it’s also a nutritional powerhouse. ALSO SEE: When and how to store your avocados in the fridge https://www.foodandhome.co.za/how-to/when-and-how-to-store-your-avocados-in-the-fridge
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be all about grand gestures or expensive treats. Valentine’s Day is often associated with restaurant bookings, bouquets of roses and boxed chocolates, but some of…
The new year is unavoidably reflective. December’s excess has receded; the champagne flutes are boxed away, the reservation calendar thins, and resolutions hover briefly before dissolving into something more realistic. What remains is a clearer sense of what we actually want to eat, drink, and gather around. Not what went viral. Not what photographed well for three weeks. But what endured, what exhausted us, and what is quietly inching its way onto menus and into our homes. In South Africa, this reckoning feels especially sharp. The cost of living has narrowed our appetite for novelty-for-novelty’s sake. Diners are cautious, more deliberate, and increasingly…
If you’ve ever opened your fridge at 6pm and thought, “Not spaghetti again…”, this one’s for you. Cooking for one (or just trying to keep weeknight dinners interesting) can easily slide into…
This summer season, love takes centre stage at exquisite Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West. Vast, perfectly maintained gardens, ancient trees and heritage architecture provide the perfect setting for romantic occasions, complemented by delectable cuisine and acclaimed wines. Couples seeking a truly special celebration can choose from an exclusive Valentine’s Day picnic in the Rose Garden and the RMB Starlight Classics concert series in March. Valentine’s sunset picnic The estate’s first-ever sunset gourmet picnic will take place in the enchanting rose garden with a backdrop of the camphor tree forest. Guests will be seated at beautifully styled tables and chairs…
Let’s be honest, Mzansi, South Africans love deeply, whether it’s our partners, our families, or our close friends. However, when Valentine’s Day rolls around, the pressure to say…
A quick and easy dessert that is gluten- and dairy-free. A wonderful vegan option too.
Cleaning and maintaining a clean space is, let’s be honest, a lot of hard work. And more often than not, we miss or totally forget about a couple of tasks.…