This year’s World Food Day theme, ‘Hand in hand for better food and a better future!’, calls for global solidarity in building a more sustainable and equitable food system for all. What makes this year’s celebration even more special is its 80th anniversary. Since 1979, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has marked 16 October as World Food Day: a moment to promote global awareness and action for those who suffer from hunger, and to highlight the need to ensure healthy diets for everyone. Why World Food Day matters Although very important, food is more than nutrition; it’s…
Cooking can be one of the best ways to unwind after a stressful day, bond with loved ones, or satisfy a craving. But sometimes, cooking can become more chaotic than calm. And this can be caused by many things, sometimes happening all at once: your mind is all over the place, having to think of doing many things at the same time (“Is the washing done?”, “Have I prepped the kids’ lunches for tomorrow?”, “Did I pay that electricity bill?”). The good news? You don’t need a professional culinary course to make your time in the kitchen easier or smoother.…
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff celebrates Johannesburg’s iconic Jacaranda bloom with a signature Afternoon Tea and exclusive private helicopter flights over the city’s stunning purple canopy. Pastry Chef…
There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked bread: golden crusts, pillowy middles, and that irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen. In celebration of World Bread Day, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite loaves, rolls, and flatbreads to inspire your next bake. Whether you’re kneading by hand, baking for the first time, or just in it for the butter, thses recipes will make you fall in loaf all over again! 1. Plaited breakfast bread https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/plaited-breakfast-bread 2. Steamed Bread Recipe | Dombolo https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/steamed-bread-recipe-dombolo 3. Basic white bread https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/basic-white-bread 4. Mielie-meal bread https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/mielie-meal-bread 5. Milk bread with clotted cream and…
Creamy, fragrant, and full of flavour — this prawn and coconut balti curry is your next go-to for a quick yet impressive dinner. Serve it with naan bread…
Wine tasting isn’t just for sommeliers in sleek suits or those who can identify “notes of blackberry and oak” with one sniff. It’s a sensory experience – one that anyone can enjoy with a bit of curiosity and a willingness to slow down. Whether you’re hoping to impress on your next wine farm visit or simply want to understand why your favourite red pairs so well with dinner, here’s how to taste wine like you’ve done it a hundred times before. Read more: 5 Clever uses for leftover wine The swirl It may look a little dramatic, but swirling…
South Africans eat more seafood than ever – but want it to be sustainably sourced. More about the WWF-SASSI and the RSPS For over 20 years, WWF-SASSI has…
Fresh and light, these pea fritters are the perfect side for any chicken dish. They are also delicious eaten cold and can be made into mini fritters—great as canapes. Be sure to make a few extra for the following day. Also See: Baby marrow fritters with green salsa and coconut cream https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/baby-marrow-fritters-green-salsa-coconut-cream Recipe by Leila Saffarian Assisted by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart
Who says creating an impressive cheese board has to be expensive? With a few clever tricks, you can put together something that looks luxurious, tastes incredible, and still…