It’s the first of December, which means summer is finally here. Summer seasonal fruits and vegetables are delicious and refreshing, perfect for beating the summer heat. Read on for some of the best produce that’s in-season this summer, as well as some great recipe inspo. Seasonal summer vegetables Artichokes Casarecce with Artichokes & Lemon Garlic Crumbs Aubergines Vegetarian aubergine lasagne Beans Warm green bean salad with toasted sesame seeds Beetroot Beetroot & za’atar dip with pita chips Celery Apple and celery zinger Patty pans Patty pan and bulgur-wheat sushi with mango-chilli dip Red onions Roasted beetroot, pickled red onion and…
Jackie Cameron is a seasoned chef, passionate educator, cookbook author, and has an unbeatable entrepreneurial spirit. As the owner of two restaurants – The School Outlet and Br.unch…
“As a generally creative person, I think it’s so great that ‘craft’ is trending again. I plan to spend a good part of my December break sewing, painting and creating. What better place to start, then, with the latest craft trend of creating alternate Christmas trees from upcycled elements or anything you have at home.” – Samantha Lewis Space-saving wooden board What you need: A wooden palette or planks, a long piece of string, crocheted stars, thumb tacks, a few Christmas baubles, pine cones and any other accessories you can find. Use the thumb tacks to shape the string into…
Salad cups These salad cups are quick and easy, perfect as a light lunch or snack! PREP TIME 15 minutes | COOK TIME 10 minutes | SERVES 4 …
Sichuan beef, tat soy and cashew stir-fry What’s better than Chinese takeaways? Homemade Sichuan beef, tat soy and cashew stir-fry, of course! This delicious dish is loaded with flavour and much better than take-out. TOTAL TIME 30 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 30 ml coriander seeds 30 ml Sichuan peppercorns 3 garlic cloves 400 g beef steak, thinly sliced salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste peanut oil, for frying 5 ml sesame oil, for frying 1 bunch spring onions, cut into 3cm pieces 100 g cashew nuts 400 g dried egg noodles, soaked in boiling water 400…
Locals and visitors in search of delectable food and wine, suitable for all tastes and budgets, can make the most of the summer holidays in one easy-to-reach destination,…
Homemade gifts are from the heart, so why not make some delicious homemade treats to give this festive season? We’ve rounded up some edible gift ideas to give to friends and family over the holidays. Candied popcorn https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/dessert/candied-popcorn Christmas peppermint candies https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/christmas-peppermint-candies Apple and pecan pie granola https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/apple-pecan-pie-granola White chocolate shards with sumac, orange and salted almonds https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/white-chocolate-shards Christmas meringue macarons https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/meringue-macarons Budget-friendly Oreo truffles https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/budget-friendly-oreo-truffles Pressed flower sugar cookies https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pressed-flower-sugar-cookies ALSO SEE: Our one-stop Christmas gift shop is officially here! https://www.foodandhome.co.za/entertaining/one-stop-christmas-gift-shop
Lights, popcorn, action! Movie nights are the perfect excuse to sit back, relax, and enjoy some snacks. At Rietvlei View Country Estate in Pretoria you can book a…
From November 2022 to February 2023, Air France will be offering new Michelin-starred dishes by top French chefs Arnaud Lallement and Michel Roth in its La Première and Business long-haul cabins. Working with carefully selected seasonal produce, vegetarian compositions, red and white meats from France and fish from sustainable fishing, the renowned Michelin-starred chefs have created refined flavours for the airline’s customers to enjoy over the coming months. With this new exceptional meal service, Air France is continuing to offer the best of fine French dining on board. Arnaud Lallement in the La Première cabin In the La Première cabin, triple Michelin-starred chef Arnaud Lallement…
Are you tired of the consumerism and waste of the festive season and hoping to have a more sustainable Christmas this year? Here are some great options for…