Last year, Food&Home introduced readers to La Motte Bakery, where master baker Markus Färbinger’s influence and philosophy brought a renewed focus on bread in its most authentic, wholesome form. This time, we return to Franschhoek to shine the spotlight on one of the driving forces behind the bakery’s success: Ricardo Slawers. Baking for more than a decade Ricardo Slawers has been baking at La Motte for 11 years. While his beautiful breads and the estate’s famous mosbolletjies have been putting satisfied smiles on the faces of bread lovers for all these years, it is since the opening of the La…
We’ve taken two classics, chocolate and malva pudding, and created this irresistible dessert! It is perfect for having friends over, or simply when you feel like indulging. Made…
We’ve all heard about probiotics – the “good bacteria” often linked to yoghurt or supplements. But there’s another piece of the gut health puzzle that deserves the spotlight: prebiotics. And no, they’re not just another wellness buzzword. Think of it this way: probiotics are the good bugs that live in your gut, and prebiotics are the food they thrive on. Without that fuel, probiotics can’t do their job properly. Read more: A beginner’s guide to mindful eating Why do prebiotics matter? Your gut is home to a bustling community of micro-organisms (called the microbiome) that help with digestion, immunity, mood…
TODAY® offers affordable and convenient entertaining solutions, allowing you to spend more time with your loved ones than in the kitchen. The delicious and versatile frozen range is…
The ongoing fungi debate is still at odds as to whether you should wash mushrooms before cooking with them. Since they’re mostly made up of water, a little more can’t hurt, right? Here’s our take on the debate, with various tips to help you find your preferred cleaning method. The best way to clean mushrooms Mushrooms are nutrient-packed fungi that need little interference when bringing out their flavour. A little heat, a lot of fat or oil, a pinch of seasoning, and you’re 90% there. The remaining 10% is all about removing any gritty bits, soil, or hiding critters that…
Soak up the last of winter’s chill with this light, fuss-free sheet pan vegetable soup. Roasted to perfection in just 30 minutes, the veggies caramelise beautifully in the…
Olive this recipe! Make sure to try out this Baked Vegan feta with white wine and olives, an easy, quick starter that is perfectly inclusive and equally delicious! Made this baked vegan feta recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Persian chickpea salad with marinated vegan feta and minted tahini dressing https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/persian-chickpea-salad-with-marinated-vegan-feta-and-minted-tahini-dressing
Butter is one of those everyday kitchen staples we don’t give much thought to – until it tears a hole through your slice of fresh bread because it’s…
This September, enjoy this local delicacy at the annual Waterblommetjie Festival in Paarl, Western Cape. Expect a family-friendly day filled with waterblommetjie activities on Saturday, 6 September 2025. Windmeul serves up farm fun Start the day at Windmeul Kelder with their monthly farmers’ market: Enjoy hearty breakfasts Browse stalls and buy fresh produce Watch as the potjiekos entrants battle it out Enjoy a waterblommetjiebredie and wine pairing from 10:00 to 12:00 Access special offers on Windmeul Wines at their tasting venue Listen to live music throughout the day If you’re a fitness enthusiast, enter the ‘Run the Vines’ trail run…
As winter winds down, there’s still time to savour the comfort of a cosy evening meal. Think bubbling pots, hearty flavours, and dinners that warm you from the…