Updating your Kitchen REFRESHING… A change is as good as a holiday, right? Well, the same is true for updating your kitchen. We spend more time in the kitchen than we may realise. The kitchen is not just a place to make and enjoy a meal, it truly is, at the risk of sounding cliché, the heart of the home. It’s a space where children do homework, you can sit down to unwind or gather with your family and friends. It’s a space to be enjoyed, but the amount of traffic it gets means that it may quickly become worn down and the…
The braai is here to stay, of that there’s no doubt. The connection to a simpler time, a primal past, a companionable coming-together is powerful. Accompanied by the…
There’s so much to love about the beautiful seaside town of Hermanus. It’s no surprise that countless South Africans are hanging up their “city hats” in favour of making this charming hotspot their place of residence. Check out 5 of the best restaurants in Hermanus Whether you choose to call this town your permanent home or home for the weekend, food will surely be on the list of “things to do.” Here are a few delicious spots to check out the next time you find yourself admiring the ocean’s gentle giants. Fisherman’s Cottage Picture: Fisherman’s Cottage/Facebook Hermanus has some amazing…
The Food&Home Awards are nearly here (published in the September issue of Food&Home) and we want you to get to know the judges! Candice Bodington, more commonly known…
How to cook the perfect steak In avoiding incidents of steak not cooked to your guests’ liking, we’ve put together your right-hand guide on how to cook the perfect steak, from mise en place to serving. Words and Styling by Claire Ferrandi Assisted by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart Before you start – Selecting your steak The first step in cooking the perfect steak is selecting it at your local butcher or grocery store. The cut you choose depends on your preference. These are our favourites for pan-frying… FILLET: This prized cut of steak is very tender and costly;…
Bacon Jam & cheese toasties Try Eskorts Bacon Jam & cheese toasties recipe. Sugar and spice make all things nice. Your mornings will never be the same again…
Great knives are some of the best tools to have in your kitchen arsenal, but choosing the right ones can be tricky. Don’t worry, though; we’ve got you covered! A good knife is like a dance partner – one that feels perfect in your hand might feel clumsy to your friend, that’s why you should try before you buy. Here’s How to choose the right kitchen knife. Weight Try several knives to find your ideal knife weight. Some people believe that a hefty knife ‘falls’ with more force, while another school of thought prefer lighter blades that let you manoeuvre it…
Win with Eskort As South Africa’s best-loved bacon brand, Eskort is the hero of mornings and breakfast tables around the country. And this month, Eskort is giving one…
More accolades for Sugarbird®, as market-reach grows with continued innovation. Multi award-winning craft spirits producer, Sugarbird®, which embodies flavours from the Cape Floral Kingdom, continues to grow internationally, as it collects accolades and launches exciting new gin products. The brand was founded in 2017 by a small team of innovators and enthusiasts in Cape Town, who set out to create gin in a unique way. Five years later, they have won multiple international awards, the most recent of which is 2022’s Best Luxury Spirit Brand in South Africa – awarded by US-based Luxury Lifestyle Awards (LLA). This is an unprecedented…
Impress with these unique Charcuterie Boards! Charcuterie boards or just charcuterie (shar-Koo-Tuh-Ree), although not a new concept, and dating back as far as 15th century France, Charcuterie Boards…