• Few things beat the satisfaction of a slow-cooked ragu. This rich and hearty pork ragù with gnocchi is pure comfort in a bowl. Whether you’re hosting or just craving something cosy, it’s a recipe that always delivers. Also See: Tom kha (Thai coconut soup) https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/tom-kha-thai-coconut-soup Recipe and image: SA Pork

    THE TEST KITCHEN FLEDGELINGS X CAUSE|EFFECT COCKTAIL KITCHEN Two of Cape Town’s leading voices in food and drink, chef Luke Dale Roberts and cocktail innovator Kurt Schlechter, will…

    The smell of this funky condiment may seem like an unlikely go-to ingredient, but beneath its strong aroma lies a salty, savoury, umami-rich flavour booster used in kitchens for centuries, not just in Southeast Asia. What exactly is fish sauce? Fish sauce is a condiment made by fermenting whole fish, usually anchovies or mackerel, with salt. Over time, salt draws out moisture, and natural enzymes break down proteins in the fish, creating a super savoury amber-coloured liquid with high amounts of glutamate, the main compound that makes up MSG. It’s an essential ingredient in Thai, Vietnamese, Filipino, and Cambodian cuisines,…

    Flights of fancy at The Tasting Room Cedar in Fourways. Restaurant-goers in Fourways now have the opportunity to experience the flavours and atmosphere of the Cape’s finest vineyards in the heart of Johannesburg. Offering a full à la carte menu daily as well as a range of tasting experiences – from the more traditional wine, cheese, and olives to the unusual, such as coffee and macarons – our family-friendly venue and events spaces bring the Cape winelands to the bustling suburb of Fourways. Each month features a new wine farm, with the best they have to offer, so guests can…

    Need a sweet treat now? These 2-minute choc chip cookies are the answer to your instant cravings. Made in a mug with just a few pantry staples, they’re soft, melty, and dangerously easy to whip up, and the best part? No oven required! Also See: Celebrate National Cheesecake Day with our 15+ must-try recipes https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/celebrate-national-cheesecake-day-with-our-15-must-try-recipes

    Deglazing, a classic French cooking technique, is one of the best ways to make a flavourful sauce or gravy to accompany a dish. Learn how to deglaze and take your dish from average to amazing. Deglazing 101 Simply put, deglazing is the process of pouring a liquid into the pan where meat has been seared or veggies have been caramelised. While you get colour on these ingredients, some bits get stuck and left behind on the pan itself (called the fond). These bits are actually the most flavourful, and in order to dislodge them, chefs pour a liquid straight into…