• Pattern gives a room personality, but combining several prints can make even confident decorators hesitate. A floral curtain, a striped cushion and a checked chair might seem to be competing for attention until one simple detail brings them together: scale. Rather than following a strict ratio for how much of each print to use, think about the size of the motifs and how the eye moves between them. How to mix and match patterns in your home like a pro 1. Start with one print that sets the tone Choose a fabric, rug or wallpaper that you genuinely love and…

    La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek is preparing for the festive season with a collection of food, wine and seasonal experiences, including special bakes, summer-inspired restaurant dishes and a new wine tasting. The estate’s Life is a Dream summer programme begins on 15 November 2026, bringing together its culinary offerings and an art exhibition that will run until the end of February 2027. Food and the art of making are central to the season’s theme. At La Motte, this extends beyond the visual arts to include winemaking, baking, artisanal produce and the work of the estate’s chefs. Visitors can expect…

    Give your Halloween feast a monstrously delicious makeover with these spooky monster burgers! Made with juicy burger patties, melty cheese teeth, gherkin tongues and olive eyeballs, they’re a fun, fuss-free way to bring a little fright to the dinner table. Perfect for little monsters and grown-ups alike, these playful burgers are sure to be a hit at your Halloween party. Did you make this recipe? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa Also See: Batman cupcakes for Halloween https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/batman-cupcakes-halloween

    An enchanting evening of exceptional wines, delicious canapés and courtyard charm awaits on 5 November 2026. Arbour Courtyard Kitchen invites wine lovers and those looking for a memorable evening out to enjoy a special wine experience beneath the twinkling fairy lights of its charming courtyard on Thursday, 5 November 2026. Bringing together exceptional wines, delicious canapés, great music and wonderful company, the evening promises to be about more than simply tasting wine. Guests will have the opportunity to wander between six participating wine estates, discover new favourites and enjoy the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that makes an evening at Arbour so…

    These Halloween dirt pudding cups are proof that spooky treats don’t have to be complicated. Layered with chocolate cake crumbs, silky chocolate mousse and chocolate sauce, then finished with a biscuit and liquorice topping, they’re a fun, fuss-free dessert for Halloween parties or a little seasonal kitchen creativity. Best of all, they come together in minutes, with no baking required! Also See: Pumpkin-shaped Nutella pastry for Halloween https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pumpkin-shaped-nutella-pastry-for-halloween