• The award-winning chef behind Salsify at the Roundhouse will be opening his second restaurant, within the iconic shopping precinct, in August 2024. This August, Chef Ryan Cole will be bringing his acclaimed cooking to the V&A Waterfront. On the water’s edge, with Table Mountain as a backdrop, rooted in an iconic African location, COY will invite guests to discover a relaxed take on fine dining through a singularly, unique expression of southern African cooking. “At COY we will present an ocean-inspired exploration of African produce, age-old preparations techniques, forgotten ingredients and ways of cooking. The ocean is on our doorstep and the mountain provides an exceptional backdrop, so it’s only natural that we draw inspiration from them both,” explains Chef Ryan. In line with the chef’s culinary ethos there will be a strong focus on sustainable,…

    Back by popular demand, Somerset West wine estates are offering delectable, value-for money food and wine specials during the chilly winter months. Erinvale Hotel & Spa and Erinvale Golf Estate, Lourensford, Morgenster and Vergelegen are members of the Heart of the Helderberg collective. They are collaborating to raise awareness of the exceptional wines, cuisine and experiences available in this beautiful area, less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town.   The winter warmers include the following:  Vergelegen Wine Estate: Baked Camembert and wine pairing.  Vergelegen offers a delicious baked Camembert, topped with roasted nuts and drizzled with estate honey. This treat…

    Protein shakes have become synonymous with fitness, but what’s the real scoop behind these popular supplements? Are they worth the investment, do you really need to be that person who walks around with a shaker around the gym? Well, the truth is, yes… and no. If you’re new to fitness or just want to understand the importance of protein in your diet, we’ve got you. Why you need plenty protein Protein is essential for repairing and building muscle tissues. When you exercise, especially during strength training or high-intensity workouts, your muscle fibres experience tiny tears. Protein helps repair these tears, promoting muscle…

    A weekend breakfast treat. Serve with or without honey – if you wish to remain carb conscious, remember to keep portions small when serving these flapjacks with honey! ALSO SEE: Fried banana, bacon and ricotta flapjack stack https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/fried-banana-bacon-ricotta-flapjack-stack

    Culinary enthusiasts across South Africa are gearing up for another exhilarating edition of the RCL FOODS Young Chefs & Bakers Challenge, set to discover and celebrate the nation’s brightest young culinary talents. Following the resounding success of last year’s competition, which crowned Catherine Sainsbury and Robert Zituta from Silwood School of Cookery as champions, this year promises to showcase the talents of South Africa’s rising culinary stars.   The competition, organised by RCL FOODS and administered by the South African Chefs Association (SA Chefs), aims to foster innovation and excellence among aspiring chefs and bakers aged between 18 and 27 years…

    Melt-in-the-mouth meringues are the perfect treats to end off a meal. Here is a quick and easy guide to making them! ALSO SEE: Vegan piña colada pavlova https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/vegan-pina-colada-pavlova