• If you are like me, and find yourself overly conscious of every odour good or bad that comes from your home, you have definitely gone through the process of finding great alternatives to keeping your bin fresh throughout the week. Often, when overflowing our trash cans are prone to giving off a very strong odor. This could be due to a number of reasons like the contents that have been thrown in the bin to the area at which the bin has been placed. If you’re looking for some great tips and tricks on how to keep your bin fresh…

    Barley is an incredibly versatile ingredient to have in your pantry. It has a nutty flavour, chewy texture, and is packed full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The…

    These vegan doughnuts filled with coffee-flavoured jam may take a little time, but the end results are so worth it! Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram ALSO SEE: Mini doughnuts with berry glaze and edible flowers https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/mini-doughnuts-with-berry-glaze-and-edible-flowers Recipe, styling and photograph by Katelyn Allegra

    If you enjoy taking extra care of your plants, try using rice water to reap the benefits. When cooking rice keep the water so you can use it on your plants. This method has the necessary benefits for your plants. The starches in rice water also promote helpful bacteria, which, in turn, help your plants grow healthy. The pros Aside from just simply watering your plants, rice water can also be used as fertilizer to increase your plant production and for the healthy growth of plants. Using rice water will provide a variety of nutrients needed by your plants. These…