• When you need the kind of dinner that says “I put in the time, but the results are effortless,” this slow-cooked lamb shoulder fits the bill. Succulent bone-in lamb slow-roasted in rich stout and aromatic onions, served with nutty farro and tender potatoes. Set it in the afternoon, then relax while the flavours do their thing. Made this Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with stout and farro? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Slow-cooked rack of lamb with garden-vegetable risotto and sherry jus https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/slow-cooked-rack-of-lamb-with-garden-vegetable-risotto-and-sherry-jus Feature image: Aremedia

    Delightfully airy, vibrantly fresh and beautifully understated, this cake takes centre stage without fuss. Think layers of orange zest-infused sponge, crisp meringue rounds, luscious whipped cream and softly poached nectarines all revealed in a “naked” style finish. Light enough for afternoon tea, elegant enough for dessert after a dinner party. Made this Naked orange and nectarine cake? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Fruit crème brûlée tart https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/fruit-creme-brulee-tart

    Whether it’s a birthday celebration, a Sunday tea treat, or a quick pick-me-up after dinner, cake always finds its way to the table. But once the candles are blown out and the last slice is plated, what do you do with the leftovers? How long can cake actually last – and where should you store it? The answer depends on the type of cake (and what’s inside it).  Read more: Our best Sunday bakes Room temperature or fridge? It depends on the cake Most cakes taste best at room temperature. Butter and oil-based cakes tend to dry out in the…

    With just 10 days left to vote in this year’s Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge, pizza lovers across the country have spoken, and the competition is heating up! Thousands of votes have already poured in from passionate pizza fans eager to celebrate their local favourites.  With votes tallied so far, the Top 10 restaurants – listed in alphabetical order – are:  Al Pescatore (Ballito)  Bardelli’s (Kenilworth)  Charlie’s Pizzeria and Coffee Shop (Benoni)  Corlie’s Italian (Somerset West)  Ferdinandos (Observatory)  Gino’s Pizza (Robertsham)  Iggs Pizzeria (Montana)  Julia’s Eatalian (Potchefstroom)  Oukraal Restaurant (Potchefstroom)  The Nose Pizza at The Taste Room (Gqeberha)  All this could…

    If you’ve ever reached for brown sugar only to find it’s turned into a rock-hard lump, you’re not alone. One day it’s soft and crumbly, and the next it’s as solid as a brick. The good news? There’s a simple reason this happens – and a few easy tricks to make sure it doesn’t happen again. Read more: How to make sugar cubes Why brown sugar hardens Brown sugar gets its lovely caramel flavour and slightly sticky texture from molasses – which also gives it moisture. Over time, when that moisture evaporates, the sugar dries out and hardens. The main…

    Indulge your senses with this decadent chocolate truffle cake — layers of rich sponge, silky chocolate filling and a glossy topping crowned with twirls. Perfect for impressing at…