If you’ve ever stood at the sink staring at an almost-empty jar of pickles wondering whether to pour the leftover brine down the drain, this is your sign not to. That salty, tangy liquid is liquid gold in the kitchen. There are countless delicious ways to reuse pickle juice instead of wasting it. Why pickle brine is so useful Pickle brine usually contains a combination of vinegar, salt, sugar, herbs and spices. That means it already carries the balance many dishes need: acidity, seasoning and depth of flavour. The vinegar tenderises, the salt enhances flavour and the spices bring complexity…
Few things beat the comfort of a hearty pork chop dinner on a cold evening, especially when paired with creamy butternut mash and the earthy flavour of sage.…
Store-bought cream cheese might be convenient, but making your own at home is surprisingly simple and incredibly satisfying. With just a few ingredients and a little patience, you’ll end up with a rich, creamy spread that’s perfect for bagels, dips, baking, and more. Once you see how easy it is to turn milk and lemon juice into silky homemade cream cheese, you may never look at those supermarket tubs the same way again. Food & Home Recipe Developer and Awards judge Jezza-Rae Larsen loved this homemade cream cheese made with Soga Organic lemon juice packets, entered in 2024’s awards season.…
Warm up this winter with a comforting bowl of clear oxtail soup with pearl barley. Slow-simmered until rich and deeply flavourful, this hearty recipe combines tender oxtail, nourishing…
Winter has swiftly arrived, and my family and I have already felt its effects. Colder nights, darker mornings, and of course, the sniffles and sneezes that come with any change of season. Most of the time, when we’re sick, we barely feel like eating anything, if at all. On the other hand (which is especially true for my editor and me), the most random cravings come through like dry salticrax biscuits and tea, or Chinese take-out, or even some sneaky fried chicken. But what actually are the best foods to eat when you’re sick? Follow along and find out the…
Rich, saucy, and deeply comforting, chicken feet are a beloved classic across many African kitchens. Slow-cooked until tender and packed with warming spices, this dish is all about…
Cold evenings call for something hearty, comforting and unapologetically filling, and this creamy bean and sausage soup delivers on all fronts. Packed with smoky sausage, creamy cannellini beans and tender vegetables in a rich, velvety broth, it’s the kind of one-pot meal that warms you from the inside out. Serve with crusty bread for the ultimate cosy dinner situation. Also See: Butternut and coconut soup with toasted seeds https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/butternut-and-coconut-soup-with-toasted-seeds-2
This winter, Bistro Sixteen82 at Steenberg Farm is inviting guests to slow down, settle in, and lean into the kind of dining winter was made for: comforting food,…
At the Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town, Executive Chef Grant Cullingworth crafts a dining experience rooted in sustainability, seasonality, and world-class technique At the Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town, culinary experiences define exceptional hospitality, which is brought to life by Chef Grant Cullingworth as its Executive Chef. A name long associated with refined dining in some of the world’s most prestigious hotels, Cullingworth brings decades of international experience to Tobago’s Restaurant. His dedication and longstanding relationship with the Hotel mark an exciting time to experience his culinary offering, elevating it into a dining destination on the Atlantic seaboard.…
If your usual eggs-on-toast situation is starting to feel a little uninspired, this sesame fried eggs on tahini-yoghurt recipe is here to rescue breakfast. Crispy-edged eggs fried in…