• Leather couches are a luxurious addition to any home, bringing a natural and grounding element to a space. Because its a natural material, it can incur wear and tear with use, like stains, cracking and sun damage. It may feel like a challenge to clean and maintain leather furniture, but with our simple guide, you’ll get yours looking as good as new in no time. How to clean your leather couch Leather furniture represents more than elegance and luxury – its an investment into your personal style and way of living at home. Without regular cleaning, dirt, grime and…

    Happy houseplants are clean houseplants. Just like us, plants need to breathe. Photosynthesis, gaseous exchange and other day-to-day functions are optimal when leaves are clean, not to mention that they look a whole lot better, too. Learning how to clean and maintain houseplants is simple and can be done with items you probably have lying around. Reasons for cleaning houseplants New houseplants are dusty: after purchasing a new plant from the nursery or flower shop, the leaves usually have a layer of dust or grime due to pesticide spraying, foliage cleaners, condensation from dripping irrigation systems, and contact with hard water.…

    There’s something incredibly satisfying about baking your own sourdough. The crackly crust, the tangy aroma, and that first warm slice feel like a small kitchen victory. But sourdough can also be a little temperamental. If your loaf turns out dense, flat, or simply not quite right, a few common mistakes could be standing in the way.  The good news? Most sourdough mishaps are easy to fix once you know what to look for. Here are six reasons your sourdough might not be turning out as expected – and how to get back on track. 1. Your starter isn’t ready A…

    Mangoes are in season and we are here to show you how to whip up the smoothest 3-ingredient mango sorbet ever! In order to achieve sorbet success you need to freeze your mangoes for at least 3 hours or overnight before adding them to a high powered food processor. This ensures every bit of mango is blended up into a luxuriously creamy consistency. We added lime juice and condensed milk to our sorbet to add some depth of flavour, but if you’re wanting natural sugar only then feel free to leave the condensed milk out. INGREDIENTS Mango sorbet 5 ripe…

    These pork koftas are a delicious option to mix up your midweek meals! They burst with flavour, and the Asian spice mix complements the pork superbly. Served with a refreshing yoghurt dip, with a choice of fried rice or toasted flatbread. Also See: Crispy pork tortilla kebabs with jalapeño herb sauce https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/crispy-pork-tortilla-kebabs-with-jalapeno-herb-sauce Recipe and image: SA Pork