• Some people collect shoes. Foodies collect pantry items. Pantry items, particularly fancy condiments, are making a bit of a splash in the culinary world, making mealtimes all about out-of-this-world flavour. Frying an egg? Pair it with chilli crisp. Making a quick stir-fry for a midweek meal? Don’t forget the oyster sauce. The pantry is a cook’s best friend, especially after a long day. We’ve rounded up a guide to help you build a better pantry. Your stomach will thank you. 10 Pantry items you should never be without 1. Olive oil Fruity, rich, and versatile, a quality olive oil adds…

    Great wines have one thing in common – great locations. For Ernie Els Wines, it’s the sublime slope of the Helderberg Mountain. Clifford Roberts reports.  It’s a good thing mountains don’t have feelings because of course, no-one remembers second place. After visiting Table Mountain, first-time visitors to South Africa commonly head for the Garden Route, skirting the lower reaches of their second geological protuberance.  From its name, you’d think it memorable, but all eyes being on the coast up ahead, it often goes unseen. Early settlers, observing how this monument’s slopes lay virtually perpendicular to the sun and lit up…

    Our collection of 12 breakfast recipes promises to kickstart your mornings with a delicious, nutritious, and diverse array of options. Whether you crave something sweet, savoury, or wholesome, we’ve got you covered. 1. Berry blast smoothie 2. Scottish oats with fresh cream and whisky 3. Easy waffles 4. Eggs in toast 5. Four-ingredient chicken and cheese egg muffins 6. Instant pap 7. Shakshuka with crispy chorizo 8. Honey-glazed bacon and fig scones 9. Omelette roll with smoked salmon 10. Breakfast pizza 11. Eggs benedict https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/eggs-benedict 12. The chocoholic smoothie bowl Also See: Egg and chorizo pastry cups https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/egg-chorizo-pastry-cups

    We’ve all experienced the look our pets give when they know there’s something tasty leftover after dinner. How could you refuse them? I mean, that one small piece can’t be that bad, right? One seemingly harmless tasty table scrap could easily turn into an upset tummy, or worse. There are some foods that are a big no-no for dogs and cats (hello, big vet bill), but there are others that your fur baby would love. We spoke with a Johannesburg veterinarian who spilt all the tea, from cheese tax to bones. To give, or not to give? That’s definitely not…