A returning chef, a young kitchen team and a property-wide refurbishment have given Mount Grace Hotel & Spa a new look and a menu built on foraging, fermenting and the stories behind every dish. Long before he returned as Executive Chef in March 2026, Pieter Malan worked at Mount Grace Hotel & Spa as a student. That first taste of the Magaliesberg laid the foundation for a career that took him around the world. Now he is back, and after two years of personal study of the region’s natural ingredients, he’s refreshed every menu on the property, from high tea…
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These braaied pork neck skewers are threaded with chunks of pork, onion and peppers, then basted with a delicious marinade. Grilled to smoky perfection, they’re bursting with flavour and are ideal for a summer braai. Also See: Pork and mushroom sausage rolls https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pork-and-mushroom-sausage-rolls-2 Recipe and image: SA Pork
Kruger Shalati: The Train on the Bridge has retained its two MICHELIN Keys, with its hospitality team continuing to refine the dining experience alongside the service and setting…
Ahead of World Food Day, findings from 50 SPAR stores show growing demand for discounted surplus food, while one Cape Town store has donated roughly R107 000 in sales proceeds to hunger relief. South African retailers have recovered more than R15 million through surplus food sales on Refreshi since its inception in March 2025. Announcing the new figure ahead of World Food Day on 16 October, Refreshi and FoodForward SA say the model is helping businesses recover income and shoppers buy food at lower prices, with one participating store donating its proceeds to hunger relief. Refreshi reports that the…
Looking for an easy weeknight dinner with plenty of flavour? This curried mince with crispy rotis combines fragrant Cape Malay curry spices, sweet sultanas and chutney for a…
Cape Town’s much-loved Balducci restaurant has entered a new chapter. Now known as Caffé Balducci, the restaurant opened its doors at Piazza St John in Sea Point on 13 September 2026, marking 30 years since the original Balducci first welcomed diners in September 1996. Previously a familiar fixture at the V&A Waterfront, Balducci closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Its return brings the name back to Cape Town’s dining scene, this time with an all-day café concept that combines Italian classics, Asian-inspired dishes, coffee, cocktails and an extensive wine list. Located at Piazza St John on Main Road, Caffé Balducci draws…
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Crispy on the outside, fluffy in the middle and loaded with cheesy goodness, these three-cheese stuffed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Baked until tender and filled with a rich, creamy cheese mixture, they make a delicious side dish for a braai, a cosy family dinner or a satisfying meal on their own. If you love potatoes and melted cheese, this easy recipe deserves a spot on your menu. Also See: Duck fat-roasted potatoes with garlic and sage https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/duck-fat-roasted-potatoes-garlic-sage
There’s nothing quite like freshly baked pita bread, warm from the oven and ready to be stuffed, dipped or served alongside your favourite meals. Made with a handful…