Missed a few of our recipes this week? We’ve rounded up the Food & Home Team’s favourite recipes that they couldn’t stop talking about. From steaming bowls of beef pho and comforting mushroom stroganoff to cheesy mozzarella pulls, a hearty Tuscan-style baked chicken gnocchi and winter-ready one-pot meals, these are the recipes we’re bookmarking for repeat cooking all season long. Whether you’re after an easy weeknight dinner or a cosy weekend feast, there’s something here to warm every table. 1. Beef pho https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/beef-pho-2 2. Mustard-roasted beef https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/mustard-roasted-beef-2 3. One-pot wonders: Cosy recipes to keep warm this winter…
Cosy up with this Tuscan-style baked chicken gnocchi, the ultimate one-pan comfort meal for chilly evenings. Crispy golden chicken thighs are baked alongside pillowy gnocchi in a rich…
It turns out that sharing your home with a dog or cat could mean sharing far more than companionship. Emerging research suggests that people and their pets may also share aspects of their gut microbiomes – the trillions of bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms that play a vital role in everything from digestion and immunity to brain function and overall wellbeing. As scientists uncover more about this fascinating connection, the microbiome is rapidly becoming one of the most exciting frontiers in both human and veterinary health. As World Microbiome Day on 27 June shines a spotlight on this rapidly evolving…
Johannesburg’s lunch culture is changing, and more people are choosing to drink less, eat lighter and make healthier choices without giving up the pleasure of a great meal.…
Golden, crispy and packed with gooey melted cheese, these mozzarella pulls are the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack. Served with a sweet and sticky homemade tomato sauce for dipping, they’re perfect for game days, movie nights or whenever a serious cheese craving strikes. One bite in and you’ll understand why homemade beats takeaway every time. Made this? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! Also See: Reuben Riffel Mac and cheese https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/reuben-riffel-mac-and-cheese Recipes & styling: Jezza-Rae Larsen Photography: Callen Jefferson
If you’re searching for a comforting dinner packed with flavour, this rustic roasted garlic and mushroom chicken is sure to become a favourite. Tender chicken thighs are simmered…
There was a time when wine lovers in Johannesburg would quietly admit that the real magic lived in the Cape. Not anymore. In 2026, Jozi is doing something different. It is not trying to copy the winelands. It is building its own version, louder, more diverse, and rooted in the city’s rhythm. From Craighall Park gardens to Soweto streets, the city has turned eating and drinking into an experience that feels unmistakably local. A winery in the middle of the suburbs It still catches people off guard. You walk into a quiet corner of Craighall Park, and suddenly you…
When you’re craving comfort food but want to keep things simple, this creamy mushroom stroganoff delivers on every level. Packed with earthy mushrooms, warming paprika and a velvety…
Amazon dining and experience destination opens in Menlyn Park Shopping Centre The floor stops you first. As you arrive at reception, a sweeping herringbone of water cut verde and white marble unfolds beneath a botanical ceiling installation. Each tile is individually crafted and hand-laid, the whole effect landing somewhere between arrival and immersion. It sets the tone for everything that follows. Amazon is the new Latin-inspired dining and experience destination from Monseca Hospitality Group, now open at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, Pretoria. Founded by Ben Stanger and Luke Dakers, alongside Heinz Rynners from the team behind Greenhouse Sandton, and…
Hard water stains, also known as limescale, are the bane of many a homeowner’s shower cleaning experience. With areas that have water high in minerals, homeowners are struggling…