If you feel like your grocery bill keeps climbing, you’re not alone. In a recent article by Business Tech, Malcolm Libera shared recent data from the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity (PMBEJD) group shows that Gauteng remains the most expensive province for groceries in 2025, with Johannesburg topping the list as the priciest city, followed by Durban and Cape Town. The cost of a household food basket, which includes 44 essential food items, reached R5,313.22 in February 2025. While this marks a small annual increase of 0.7%, food inflation continues to be a concern for many households. The biggest price…
The Good Life Show — South Africa’s ultimate food, drink and conscious living event — is back, and this year, it’s teaming up with Smile FM, Cape Town’s…
As autumn sets in, it’s officially curry season! Warm up with our comforting butterbean curry — perfect for Ramadan. Pair it with fluffy rice or soft roti. ALSO SEE: Potato waras https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/potato-waras
Derived from the dark purple berries of the Sambucus tree, elderberry juice is a powerful elixir that has been a staple for centuries. It is packed with antioxidants,…
You bought a whole bunch of celery for a recipe that called for just one stalk, didn’t you? Now, the rest of it is slowly wilting in the fridge, waiting for its inevitable fate in the bin. But hold on! Celery may not be the main event in most meals, but it’s a quiet hero in the kitchen. Here are some simple, delicious ways to use your celery: 1. Freeze it for future stock Let’s be honest, homemade stock always sounds like something you’ll make “one day.” But when that day finally comes, you’ll thank your past self for freezing…
Even if you don’t make the croquettes in this Cape Malay lamb curry croquettes with spiced apple chutney recipe, this spiced apple chutney recipe is definitely worth making!…
Fresh parsley is a kitchen staple, adding flavour and vibrancy to countless dishes. But constantly buying bunches from the shop can be costly and inconvenient. The good news is that parsley is incredibly easy to grow at home, ensuring you always have a fresh supply. Whether you have a spacious garden, a small balcony, or a sunny windowsill, you can cultivate parsley all year round with minimal effort. Here’s how to do it. Getting started: What you’ll need To grow parsley successfully, you’ll need a few essentials. Start with a small pot or container with drainage holes, high-quality potting soil,…
A great recipe for a late brunch or early dinner. ALSO SEE: Savoury roasted tomato and feta fingers https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/savoury-roasted-tomato-and-feta-fingers
This is a cost-effective midweek family supper for days when you need fuss-free meals that will still impress – you’re welcome! ALSO SEE: Creamy cucumber salad https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/creamy-cucumber-salad
Nestled high in the Amathole Mountains, Hogsback is a fairytale-like village that treats visitors with its misty forests, cascading waterfalls and a food scene as good as its…