• Whether you’re sitting down to a delicious dinner with the fam, or treating dinner party guests to a feast, a properly set table appropriate for the occassion is a must. Use our complete guide to help you know where to position the cutlery, how to choose the right decor, and which glasses are best. Basic & Casual table settings Whether you’re enjoying a basic meal with your loved ones, hosting a casual gathering with friends, or setting the mood for an easy date night at home, a simple, well-laid table makes all the difference. Turn the occassion from a quick-fix…

    Woolworths shines at the 37th World Cheese Awards in Switzerland Taking place from 13 to 15 November in Bern, Switzerland, the Guild of Fine Food organised the 37th edition of the prestigious World Cheese Awards. Fine Food, a British organisation dedicated to celebrating artisan food and drink, has been spotlighting extraordinary cheese producers the world over since 1988. The World Cheese Awards is widely regarded as the most distinguished event in the global cheese calendar, with over 5,000 cheeses from nearly 50 countries. And standing out among the winners was Woolworths, bringing home 10 awards: 5 Bronze, 1 Silver, 3…

    Bright, sweet, and warmly spiced, this Plum, orange & cardamom cobbler is a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any season. Juicy red plums are drizzled with orange juice, topped with light dough balls scented with cardamom, then baked until golden and bubbling. Serve it with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of cream for a simple but impressive treat that feels both rustic and elegant. Also See: Tomato cobbler https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/tomato-cobbler

    Following an exceptionally popular run, The Waldorf Hilton, London has extended its residency with The Pot Luck Club until 30th June 2026. The celebrated South African restaurant, widely praised for its bold flavours and creative cooking, first took over the hotel’s flagship restaurant, Homage, in August 2025 for a three-month pop-up. Now, Londoners can continue to enjoy a taste of one of South Africa’s most sought-after dining experiences until next summer.  The Pot Luck Club is the brainchild of British-born chef Luke Dale Roberts, one of South Africa’s most celebrated culinary talents. Perched atop Cape Town’s Old Biscuit Mill, the restaurant draws nightly crowds with its eclectic,…

    Vibrant, crisp veg. Perfectly tender pasta and juicy chicken that never dries out. Any cook’s dream. The secret? You don’t need to buy a fancy appliance or a top-of-the-range gadget – all you need is a bowl of ice water. Athletes and varsity students aren’t the only ones who benefit from ice baths; in the kitchen, they’re used to instantly halt cooking, lock in colour, and preserve texture to make any cook’s mealtime perfect. Whether you’re blanching veggies for a stir-fry or cooling a custard for ice cream, an ice bath can take your dish from mush and overcooked to…