It’s disheartening to see our lovingly tended food plants die because of heat and lack of water. However, we can prevent this by following a few simple techniques and methods. By Jane Griffiths Here’s how to take care of food plants during water restrictions Mulch Mulching (adding leaves, compost or other organic matter to the surface of the soil) reduces weeds and the spread of disease; strengthens roots; improves the quality and fertility of the soil – and, most importantly, retains moisture and regulates temperature. Herewith, a few mulching tips: Preferably use organic mulches like compost, straw, leaf mould, fresh grass-…
“Much like a glass of FAT bastard wine, life should be filled to the brim and enjoyed in large, delicious gulps”. This is the voice of Mr. b.…
This wine, for that dish So much wine, so little time. Here are some standout wines to try this December, paired with delicious recipes from our magazine. L’Ormarins Brut Rosé, R185 The perfect bubbly to pop as the hot summer day gently cools off into evening. The bright entry of lime and lemon will wake you right up and shake off the doldrums of a lazy afternoon. This leads to a palate abundant with red berry fruit such as pomegranate and cranberry, some lees complexity offers a creamy, but dry finish. Pair with: Spinach and ricotta Christmas tree WIN: See…
Espresso and dark chocolate vacherin might sound a little intimidating, but this dessert is basically just a combination of coffee, cream, chocolate, and meringue. The rich flavours are…
These meringue wreaths look beautiful hung on a Christmas tree or a metallic sprayed branch. Recipe and styling by Thulisa Martins Assisted by Nomvuselelo Mncube Styling by Linda Bean Assisted by Thulisa Martins Photograph by Graeme Wylie
Looking for a gift for someone special this festive season? How about a beautiful set of silk pillowcases? The Silk Lady manufactures 100% organic silk pillowcases in a…
This festive season we’re spoiling one Food & Home Entertaining reader with an amazing foodie hamper! Want to know what’s inside? 3 x 250g bags of coffee from Craft Coffee, valued at R100 each Craft Coffee’s House blend is a 3-bean blend from India, Guatamala and Brazil. Expect Vanilla, dark chocolate and hints of toasted hazelnuts with a brown sugar sweetness. Craft Coffee combines art & science to produce some of the best roasted coffee in the world. You can expect quality products backed with super friendly and efficient service. Visit their café or book a roastery tour and experience…
Struggling to find the perfect gifts for your friends and family? Look no further than Pylones! Established in France in 1985, Pylones is a global leader in gifting,…
There are many struggles we encounter when doing last minute holiday shopping. From standing in queues that seem to be never-ending to struggling to find certain items in stock or simply forgetting to buy ingredients for our meal plan. In order to make your shopping experience hassle-free, here are a few tips to bear in mind: Have a budget and stick to it It’s normal to want to go on a shopping spree around this time. An effective way to make your shopping a ‘breeze’ is to plan ahead. Put together a plan of action before you go out shopping,…
Everyone loves a good G&T, but how well do you know your gin? The definition of gin isn’t as straightforward as you might think Unlike many other types…