• A slice of heritage, a taste of innovation Every year on 13 May, Dutoit Agri celebrates Apple Pie Day— a time to honour the fruit that has shaped our orchards, our heritage, and the tables of families across South Africa. Apples are at the heart of what we do, and this day is our way of inviting you to pause, savour the season, and share in the simple joy of baking. Whether you love your apples tart and crisp, or baked into something warm and nostalgic, we’ve got two delicious recipes to help you celebrate this year’s harvest in style.…

    You can’t turn down light, delicate biscotti. A derivative of the Italian word “biscotto”, which roughly translates to “twice baked”, these homemade treats are as delicious with a glass of bubbly as they are with morning coffee. Try the soft variety with ice cream, and the hard kind with a glass of white wine. For a delicious flavoured variety, check out our pistachio and rose water biscotti. ALSO SEE: Almond, Apricot, Ginger, and Fig Biscotti https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/almond-apricot-ginger-and-fig-biscotti

    This unique afternoon gathering invites dogs and their owners to enjoy a sophisticated high tea experience while supporting local animal welfare organisations. Paws & Pastries: A luxury high tea experience for dogs and their humans The President Hotel, Bantry Bay in Cape Town, is hosting ‘Paws & Pastries,’ an exclusive Doggy High Tea fundraising event on Saturday, 24 May from 2 pm to 5 pm at the hotel’s Deck Bar. The event brings together four respected animal welfare groups, Run for the Dogs, Paws A While, Pit Pals and the WOWproject, to raise funds for a vital sterilisation initiative in…

    There’s something special about the way moms show love—often, it’s served on a plate. Whether it’s a comforting stew on a cold evening, a perfectly packed lunchbox, or a warm slice of cake just when you need it most, mothers have a beautiful way of nurturing their families through food. This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating the heart of the home with a collection of recipes that are just as warm, generous, and memorable as she is. From breakfast in bed ideas to sweet treats and Sunday lunch favourites, these dishes are perfect for spoiling the women who do it all.…

    Perfect as a starter, snack or crowd-pleasing platter, these homemade pork dumplings are a flavour-packed favourite that never disappoints. A delicate wrapper encases a savoury mix of seasoned pork, ginger, garlic and spring onion—pan-fried until crisp and then steamed to tender perfection. Whether you dip them in soy sauce, chilli oil or enjoy them as they are, these dumplings bring a little taste of Asia to your table with every bite.  INGREDIENTS  250g flour  250 ml of water  300g pork mince  2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed  10g coriander, chopped  10g mint, chopped  2 tbsp fish sauce  2 chillies, chopped …