• With more than 756 hotels in 56 countries across Central America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, Mercure Hotels was founded in 1973. The group was acquired by Accor Hotels in 1975. Combining the best features of a local and personalised experience, the chain has 4 locally inspired midscale hotels that provide a stimulating sense of place for local and international travellers. Mercure Hotels Nelspruit is giving away a 2-night stay for 2 adults in a double bedroom. The hotel is situated on the edge of the Kruger National Park with a 5-minute drive to Mbombela Stadium. The hotel offers…

    Lavender scones These lavender scones are fragrant and perfect for a relaxing afternoon tea. Substitute the lavender flowers for lemon juice to create zesty treats, or omit both for a classic teatime scone recipe. TOTAL TIME 1 hour | MAKES 16 INGREDIENTS A handful of lavender flowers, stalks removed (see notes below) 45ml (3tbsp) sugar 750g cake flour 60ml (1/4 cup) baking powder 160g cold butter, roughly grated 6 large eggs 250ml (1 cup) fresh cream fresh cream, whipped, to serve jam, to serve METHOD PREHEAT the oven to 200ºC and line a baking tray with baking paper. PLACE the…

    Giant gooey Easter egg cookie Nothing says hoppy Easter like this giant Easter egg cookie! https://youtu.be/VnjG4dDVaA8 ALSO SEE: Easter desserts to indulge in over the long weekend https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/easter-desserts-to-indulge-in-over-the-long-weekend…

    Located in the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve at Cape Point, the Two Oceans Restaurant arguably has one of the finest views of any eatery in the world. Serving more than four million customers for over two decades, the Two Oceans has built an enviable reputation for the quality of its seafood dishes, its innovative interior design, and, of course, its unique setting. Recently, it has added yet another feather to its cap with the appointment of Chad Blows as its chef de cuisine. Blows joined Two Oceans in June last year and is widely regarded as one of…

    With more and more people choosing to incorporate greens into their diets, you might find yourself wanting to jump on the bandwagon, too. Not sure where to begin? Bestselling author Nina Olsson gives you a head start with her selection of heart-warming vegetarian dishes that are easy to prepare. Made to cater to different needs, each recipe comes with handy tips on how to adapt the ingredients list for various dietary requirements. Also compiled with a list of occasions in mind, Feasts of Veg boasts nine chapters – from midsummer feasts to sweet endings – each comprising a collection of…

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    Your one-stop, one-shop dinner inspiration for the week ahead. We love that most of these meals make enough for lunch the next day too!  Sweet potato, ginger and coconut soup The ginger adds a kick to this silky smooth soup and the addition of fresh coconut shavings gives it a marvellous contrasting crunch. Recipe here: Sweet potato, ginger and coconut soup Gnocchi with lemon crème fraîche and baby spinach Gnocchi doesn’t have to be heavy. The tangy and zesty crème fraîche works really well with the fresh baby spinach and light potato dumplings.   Recipe here: Gnocchi with lemon crème fraîche…