• Hazendal Wine Estate introduces a new Taste of the Cape food and wine pairing menu ahead of Heritage Month at its Stellenbosch Wine Tasting Lounge. Hazendal’s Executive Chef, Michelle Theron, and Wine Maker and Viticulturist, Neil Strydom, have partnered to create a new Taste of the Cape food and wine pairing menu which is now available at Hazendal Wine Estate’s Tasting Lounge. Featuring Hazendal’s flagship Estate Range of wines, crafted for connoisseurs, the menu includes two white wines and two red wines expertly paired with a four-course menu designed to showcase the flavours of traditional South African cuisine. What’s on…

    British TV personality and chef extraordinaire Jamie Oliver is currently travelling in Cape Town. Find out which local restaurants made the 49-year-old cookbook author’s holiday eatery list. The British chef, best known for his casual approach to cuisine, is also an advocate for healthy eating and proper food education. His take on nutrition and home cooking has impacted households, cafeterias, and the like, as he encourages fresh, wholesome meals. Though the exact reasons for Oliver’s trip to South Africa are not yet known, Eat Out has reported on two spots that have wined and dined the chef. TTK Fledgelings  View this…

    This Women’s Month, we are celebrating inspirational women all month long! Take a closer look into these four up-and-coming South African chefs as we share a spotlight on their culinary journeys thus far! From the vibey Kloof Street neighbourhood to the serene, sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and urban hustle of Rosebank’s Keyes Art Mile, these four female chefs are making culinary waves across the country. Chef Amori Burger Amori is the Executive Chef at Upper Union Restaurant, a unique and vibrant dining concept in Cape Town. Her cooking style is influenced by her love of hosting friends and family, especially the joys of Sunday lunch. At Upper Union, she recreates these cherished moments, providing the opportunity for guests to indulge in…

    The tight-knit farming community of Koelenhof in Stellenbosch is grieving the loss of four farmworkers who passed away after consuming expired alcohol. On 26 July, Juanita Hull, Megan Heynes, Wilhemina Snyder, her boyfriend Elton Greene, and Monecia Alckers were drinking together. A few days later, an ambulance was called for three of them, Cape {town} Etc reports.  Jestine Alckers, Monecia’s sister, explained, ‘They took the gin from Joubert Family Wine farm that Friday morning. Apparently, there was a 25-litre bucket and they only got 1.5 litres. It was a very strong drink, which they chased with a cool drink. It looked like…

    Water stains on wood can be unsightly but they don’t have to be permanent. If you’re battling a stubborn mark on your coffee table, try one of these 6 practical ways to get rid of water stains on wood, using items that you probably have at home. Baking soda Tip: Make a paste with baking soda and water. Baking soda proves its usefulness time and time again. Mix one tablespoon of baking soda with a small amount of water to form a thick paste. Apply this paste to the stain using a microfiber cloth and gently rub the surface in a…

    Bursting with flavours, these crispy, crunchy Braaied pork hot dogs with slaw are the perfect lunch time meal. ALSO SEE: Veggie burgers with Sriracha mayo slaw https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/veggie-burgers-with-sriracha-mayo-slaw Feature…