• What a time to be in wine…! 2024 looks set to be one of the most exciting years in wine, with environmental, social and technological changes catalysing big shifts across the local vino landscape. Matt Manning, whose email signature proudly declares “wine drinker”, is the owner of Culture Wine Bar and Culture at TimeOut Market Cape Town. Culture was recently announced winner in three categories at the 2023 Star Wine List Awards (which included picking up the highly coveted ‘Grand Prix’ accolade). Manning is also the Chef Patron at Grub & Vine and is credited with having a talent for…

    Raspberry, hazelnut and chocolate scones are a lovely example of English culinary culture in South Africa, and are a celebration of our rainbow nation’s diversity. Perfect for breakfast or a teatime treat, you can’t go wrong with golden crumbs, fresh raspberries, and chocolate. ALSO SEE: Cinnamon and Brie French toast roll-ups with blueberry compote https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/cinnamon-brie-french-toast-roll-ups-blueberry-compote

    Add a touch of Mediterranean flavours to your next roast with these slow-braised beef short ribs, which simply melt in the mouth. ALSO SEE: Jan Braai’s Roosterkoek Recipe https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/jan-braais-roosterkoek-recipe

    A true taste of South Africa, this spicy tripe with baked maize meal dumplings dish is inspired by SeSotho culture in celebration of our rainbow nation’s diversity. The lightness of the dumplings takes the edge off of the tripe’s spiciness to create a perfectly balanced dish. ALSO SEE: Beef stew with dombolo https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/beef-stew-with-dombolo

    If you have ever experienced biting into a hard potato during a mealtime then you’ll know it is one of the most unappetising feelings in the world the hard texture of the potato takes away all the excitement of your meal. Below, we have the perfect solution to ensure that you never have to deal with stubborn potatoes again! Follow these easy steps to guarantee that every potato is boiled to prime perfection. Choose the right potatoes: All-purpose or waxy potatoes are always great to use when wanting to prepare potatoes for a meal because they hold their shape well…

    If there is any way to start your day right it is by indulging in the most decadent breakfast experience!  A sweet gourmet breakfast- this French toast with mascarpone, fruit, and muscadel syrup recipe is absolutely indulgent! Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Cinnamon and Brie French toast roll-ups with blueberry compote https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/cinnamon-brie-french-toast-roll-ups-blueberry-compote