A milestone year for South Africa’s food industry — and proof that the Food & Home Awards has become the platform brands trust to grow. There are launches, and then there are moments that mark a turning point. On 3 September, the Food & Home Awards 2026 did exactly that — bringing together the country’s most ambitious food brands, its most respected judges, and an industry hungry to celebrate genuine craft, for an afternoon of recognition at Tryn Restaurant, Steenberg Wine Estate. In only its fourth year, the Awards have grown into one of the most credible stages a South…
Breakfast is an important opportunity to give children the energy and nutrients they need for a busy day of learning and playing. Rather than focusing on expensive or…
Why should the braai stop at the main course? Once the steaks and chops are off the grill, turn your attention to something sweet. From fruit caramelised over hot coals to indulgent cookie dough, s’more doughnuts and a classic sweet pot bread, these desserts make the most of the braai and bring a little extra theatre to the end of the meal. Here are 8 delicious dessert recipes to finish your next braai on a sweet note. 1. Soetbrood (Sweet bread) This sweet pot bread can also be made the traditional way – on the braai. If you are…
Gillooly’s Farm is being restored and reimagined as Gillooly’s Gardens, with plans to create a safer, more welcoming destination centred around nature, food, family, community and live culture. The…
Few things are as satisfying as biting into a freshly fried vetkoek: crisp and golden on the outside, soft and pillowy within, and ready to be filled with whatever you fancy. This classic South African recipe makes a simple yeast dough with no kneading required, then fries it until beautifully golden. Serve your vetkoek warm with savoury mince, chicken or cheese, or keep it simple and enjoy it just as it is. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Beef stew with dombolo
Chocolate, marshmallows and a little crunch – what’s not to love? These Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treat Squares are the ultimate no-bake sweet treat, combining buttery melted chocolate…
For decades, we have been sold a comfortable, generic idea of honey. Permanently liquid, uniformly amber, and predictably sweet. But this version of a pantry staple fundamentally misunderstands what the product actually is. “True honey,” explains Liana van Rensburg, co-founder of Hive & Earth, “is not merely a sweetener. It is a living record of a landscape.” It is a highly complex, seasonal, and botanically diverse product shaped entirely by geography, weather, and the colony’s delicate relationship with its environment. At Hive & Earth, redefining this relationship is the founders’ life’s work. With two decades of hands-on beekeeping…
Nothing says homemade quite like a jug of fizzy ginger beer. This easy recipe combines fresh ginger, sugar and yeast with a handful of raisins for a naturally…
South Africa is a diverse nation with a rich tapestry of cultures and traditions, and Heritage Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate this diversity. One way to do so is by incorporating indigenous South African herbs and greens into your salad. These unique ingredients not only add a burst of flavour but also pay homage to the country’s culinary heritage. Explore some indigenous edible plants that can elevate your Heritage Day salad 1. Wild Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) Also known as “society garlic,” wild garlic is a versatile herb with a mild garlic flavour. Its slender, grass-like leaves can be…
Ahead of the United Nations International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on 29 September, Refreshi argues that consumer food rescue and structured B2B trading offer…