Our Story: Rooted in Nature, Grown with Purpose In the heart of South Africa’s Lowveld region, something extraordinary is growing. At HC Mushrooms, we’re cultivating more than just gourmet oyster mushrooms—we’re growing a movement that celebrates the profound connection between people, food, and the earth. What began as a passion for sustainable farming and family heritage has blossomed into a proud producer of premium dried mushrooms and artisanal blends. Every mushroom we grow tells a story of patience, care, and respect for nature’s ancient wisdom. We believe good food starts with good growing. That’s why we’ve dedicated ourselves to eco-friendly cultivation methods that honour the land, celebrate bold flavours,…
For many years, cooks have debated the best way to prepare and cook dried beans. Should you soak them overnight, give them a quick pre-soak before cooking, or…
Quick, easy and delicious, this salad is the perfect option for your next summer lunch. Preparing this delectable salad is easy, and the nectarines complement the pan-fried pork perfectly. Also See: https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pork-fillet-burrito-bowls Recipe and image: SA Pork
Summer in South Africa arrives with sunshine, festive energy and an incredible selection of fruit and vegetables. This is the season when colour, flavour and abundance take centre stage. Whether you’re planning lazy lunches, relaxed…
As the sunshine lingers and evenings stretch out, there’s nothing quite like stepping into your garden and gathering fresh herbs for a chilled drink. Whether you’re looking to whip up a vibrant mocktail or elevate your favourite summer tipple, planting the right herbs means you’ll always be ready. Here’s my guide for South African gardens: what to grow, how to care for it, and how to use it in drinks that feel endless-summer worthy. Try this: Refreshing summer drinks Why your garden can be your drink drawer Growing herbs for drinks gives you flavour, freshness and texture straight from your patch.…
Comfort food doesn’t have to go into hibernation when the weather warms up. With a few clever swaps, your favourite cosy dishes can become sunshine-friendly plates that feel just as satisfying – without the heaviness. Think crisp, colourful and flavour-forward,…
Cravings. When you swore you had your fill at dinner, but a craving for something sweet hits you a couple of hours later. Or, you’ve been super happy with your new, health-focused meals (with the cheat snack in between), but suddenly, one Wednesday afternoon, you’re craving the greasiest junk food you can get your hands on. You might tell yourself it’s a lack of discipline, a weakness, but the truth? Cravings aren’t random or out to throw your body out of whack. They’re messages your body is desperately trying to send you. Once we understand our cravings, we stop fighting…
By Nuah Editorial Team Healthy eating has long been presented as a choice between flavour and function. On one side, indulgence. On the other hand, discipline. But what…
Great cooking begins with great ingredients and few showcase this better than Chef Sue Gajathar’s Smoky Pulled Oyster Mushrooms on Charred Sourdough, a dish that celebrates depth of flavour, texture, and sustainability. Her star ingredient? HC Dried Oyster Mushrooms, a South African-grown product she swears by. ‘You have an amazing product, it absorbs flavour like a sponge,’ she says of HC Dried Oyster Mushrooms and this recipe is delicious proof. HC Mushrooms is rooted in the Lowveld, where a love for family, farming, and flavour has grown into a proudly local producer of gourmet dried oyster mushrooms and artisanal blends.…
Flip dessert expectations on their head with this stunning upside-down strawberry cake. A luscious layer of caramelised strawberries turns into the glossy, juicy topping once the cake is…