Join foodies from all over South Africa this July and head to the Garden Route to indulge in a delectable array of food events at the 2025 Knysna Oyster Festival. This year’s theme, running from 4 to 13 July, is “It’s time to come out of your shell”, setting the tone for a flavour-packed festival where culinary creativity takes centre stage. Whether you’re a lover of street-style burgers, wood-fired pizzas, or fancy fine dining, you can expect this year’s food festival to be bursting with fun and flavour for every palate. Dates to remember for this years Knysna Oyster Festival…
No more dry edges, sweaty plastic, or blue-green mould creeping in. Get the best out of your cheese, whether it’s an extra-mature chunk of cheddar or a wedge…
Whipping up gourmet meals for over 100 people is just another day at the office for Chef Keshan Rambarun. But the executive chef at GrandWest is now turning his attention to something a little more casual — and very Cape Town: street food. “People are busy,” says Keshan. “Sometimes they only get here 20 minutes before a show starts.” Instead of rushing to grab a sit-down meal, he’s offering concertgoers something quick, flavourful, and satisfying. “Street food is a global trend,” he explains, “so I decided to experiment with flavour-packed foods that can be picked up and eaten on the…
Whether you live in a small garden flat, a high-rise apartment with a balcony, or just have a few pots on a windowsill, you can turn your kitchen…
There’s something undeniably comforting about a cake that doesn’t try too hard, and this yoghurt cake is exactly that. Moist, tender, and effortlessly elegant, it’s topped with golden pears and a rich toffee sauce that takes it to next-level indulgence. Whether you’re hosting friends or treating yourself to a slow Sunday bake, this one’s bound to be a favourite. Also See: Apple pie turnovers https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/apple-pie-turnovers
In a landmark moment for South African viticulture, a Stellenbosch wine crafted by an all-women team has been crowned Best International Cabernet Sauvignon at the prestigious 2025 International…
Looking to feel more energised, sleep better, and improve your overall health—without cutting out all your favourite foods? The pro-metabolic diet might be the gentle nudge your body needs. It’s not about restriction or food fads; it’s about feeding your body what it actually needs to thrive. What is the Pro-Metabolic diet? At its core, the pro-metabolic diet is about supporting your metabolism—the system that turns food into energy. Unlike low-calorie or restrictive diets, this one encourages you to eat more of the right foods to help your body run better. Think whole foods, balanced meals, and eating regularly to…
Wine is one thing, but the wild world of whisky? That’s a whole other story. Whisky menus alone can leave even the boldest connoisseur second-guessing whether to sip,…
With origins dating to Sassanid Persia, mouhalabieh is a much-loved dessert across Lebanon. Similar to flan, the final texture of this milk-based dessert should not be as firm as jelly, but rather more like thick. This Middle Eastern milk pudding is the perfect canvas for bold, fruity flavours. Delicately scented with rose water, the mouhalabieh is both creamy and refreshing, while the apricot coulis adds a tangy sweetness that cuts through the richness. Topped with golden caramelised apples, each bite offers a warm, spiced finish that brings comfort and elegance to the table. It’s a beautifully balanced dessert—light, fragrant, and…
Winter has officially landed in Joburg, with icy cold fronts sweeping through the city like clockwork. But there’s no need to hibernate. We’ve rounded up a guide for…