Get ready for a feast of flavour, innovation, and storytelling as The Good Life Show lands in Johannesburg. From 1–3 August at the Kyalami International Convention Centre, this bold and unmissable event showcases a live chef line-up that’s unlike anything the city’s seen before. Expect a celebration of culinary brilliance — from plant-based pioneers and indigenous ingredient champions to Michelin-trained innovators and MasterChef favourites. This is where food meets passion, culture, and creativity, live, on stage. Meet the culinary stars Absalom Kotsokoane Indigenous culinary visionary and founder of ‘Happy Spoon’ Chef Absalom is on a mission to prove that traditional…
These Italian-style meatballs are hearty, flavour-packed, and simmered in a rich tomato sauce that tastes like it’s been passed down through generations. Whether you serve them over spaghetti,…
Fragrant, flavour-packed, and soul-soothing, this cheat’s beef pho is the ultimate comfort dish with a Vietnamese twist. Layered with aromatic spices, tender beef, and slurp-worthy noodles, it’s a warming bowl worth mastering at home. Also See: Minion cupcakes https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/minion-cupcakes
There’s something incredibly comforting about a bowl of pillowy-soft gnocchi coated in a rich, chunky tomato sauce. This homemade version is easier than you think, and the payoff…
During a recent visit to South Africa, popular YouTuber and streamer IShowSpeed made a hilarious blunder, claiming the country doesn’t have KFC while standing outside one. The internet couldn’t resist roasting him for the gaffe, and his reaction only added fuel to the fire. Here’s what went down… The video, shared to TikTok by turbo_x_speed, shows the streamer playing a GeoGuessr round when he spots a Kentucky Fried Chicken outlet in South Africa. “Why isn’t there a KFC in South Africa?” he asks, genuinely bewildered. The location, confirmed by locals to be WF Nkomo Street in Pretoria West, is not…
This black cherry tiramisu is a dreamy twist on the classic Italian dessert—rich, creamy, and effortlessly elegant. Layers of delicate sponge fingers are soaked in a luscious black…
Make fresh produce the star of your dish! Try this yummy risotto-stuffed peppers as a lunch meal or a side. This dish takes the comfort of creamy risotto and gives it a colourful, wholesome twist. Sweet bell peppers are roasted until tender and filled with a rich, velvety risotto that’s cooked with fragrant garlic, onion, and a splash of white wine for depth. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh herbs, these risotto-stuffed peppers strike the perfect balance between hearty and light. HANDS-ON TIME: 50 min | TOTAL TIME: 1 hr 50 min | SERVES: 6 | GLUTEN-FREE | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS 40…
While I’ve had my fair share of scones and lemonade under the old oaks at Babylonstoren’s Greenhouse (and will forever recommend them), this visit was all about finally…
Bring a playful splash of colour (and a little mischief) to your dessert table (or just as an afterschool or weekend treat) with these whimsical minion cupcakes! Ready in just over an hour, this recipe makes 8 fun and character-inspired treats that kids will love. Soft vanilla cupcakes, tinted with bright blue icing, become the perfect stage for cheeky Minion faces made from Tinkies, white chocolate chips, and a sprinkle of chocolate “hair.” With their iconic goggles and goofy smiles, these cupcakes are just as delightful to decorate as they are to eat. Perfect for birthday parties or a themed…
From the now-classic baked feta pasta to enchanting cloud bread, TikTok has become a hotbed for culinary creativity. But which viral dishes are as tasty as they are…