Cape Town’s much-loved Balducci restaurant has entered a new chapter. Now known as Caffé Balducci, the restaurant opened its doors at Piazza St John in Sea Point on 13 September 2026, marking 30 years since the original Balducci first welcomed diners in September 1996. Previously a familiar fixture at the V&A Waterfront, Balducci closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Its return brings the name back to Cape Town’s dining scene, this time with an all-day café concept that combines Italian classics, Asian-inspired dishes, coffee, cocktails and an extensive wine list. Located at Piazza St John on Main Road, Caffé Balducci draws…
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Crispy on the outside, fluffy in the middle and loaded with cheesy goodness, these three-cheese stuffed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Baked until tender and filled with a rich, creamy cheese mixture, they make a delicious side dish for a braai, a cosy family dinner or a satisfying meal on their own. If you love potatoes and melted cheese, this easy recipe deserves a spot on your menu. Also See: Duck fat-roasted potatoes with garlic and sage https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/duck-fat-roasted-potatoes-garlic-sage
There’s nothing quite like freshly baked pita bread, warm from the oven and ready to be stuffed, dipped or served alongside your favourite meals. Made with a handful…
Supermarket shelves have changed significantly over the past 20 years, with more products highlighting how our food is grown, raised and produced. Labels such as “organic” and “free-range” are now commonplace, but what do they actually mean – and do they make a difference to the food we eat? We’re breaking down the difference between organic and free-range, exploring what these labels mean for farming practices, animal welfare and food quality, and whether the benefits justify the extra cost. What “organic” and “free-range” actually mean Typically referring to whole, farmed foods like fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy and eggs, “organic”…
Milk, yoghurt and cheese have long been scrutinised for their saturated fat content. However, research suggests that dairy can form part of a heart-healthy diet, with its effects…
Located on the street that is slowly taking Bree Street’s crown as the ‘foodie hotspot’, the traditional South African steakhouse gets an Asian take at East City Grill and Yakiniku. East City Grill looks at the South African grill through a broader lens. Locally raised meat and familiar flavours meet Japanese ingredients, umami and the restaurant’s love of cooking with fire. The “Feast for 4” allows those influences to come together in a way that feels relaxed, celebratory and particularly fitting coming off of Heritage Month. This contemporary dining experience can only be credited to one man’s passion – Chef…
Forget the usual cutlery and conventional table manners. A new six-course dining experience at The Pot Luck Club in Cape Town is inviting diners to get hands-on with…
Have you ever followed a cookbook recipe to a T, using the exact measurements, temperature settings, timing, and cooking methods, and the meal still fell short? Perhaps the flavour didn’t live up to expectations, or it was a bit overcooked, or the dish doesn’t look like the picture. Here are a few tips and disclaimers that some recipes may leave out. 1. Inaccurate measurements When following American recipes, conversions can be wrong, and sometimes small measurement differences can significantly affect a dish. In baking, scooping dry ingredients directly from the bag can pack too much into the measuring cup, while…
This elegant caramelised fig cheesecake is guaranteed to steal the show. A buttery pastry base is filled with a rich, creamy crème fraîche filling and vanilla, then topped…