Mother sauces are hundreds of years old, and are still used as foundations for many of the dishes we eat today. Unlike the makeshift gravy your grandmother or mom makes, mother sauces were created and refined by the French culinary master himself, Chef Marie-Antoine Carême, back in the 19th century. Although Chef Carême refined four sauces, in the 20th century, Chef Georges Auguste Escoffier updated this list in Le Guide Culinaire, adding his very own sauce Tomat. But what do we mean by ‘sauce’? In terms of mother sauces, a sauce is a liquid thickened with a thickening agent and flavoured…
Smoky, juicy, and just a little bit showy in the best way, these steak kebabs are made for slow afternoons that roll into golden-hour dinners. Think tender, flame-licked…
There’s something wildly satisfying about scooping salsa that started as a handful of sun-warmed leaves and vines in your own garden. It’s fresher, brighter, and just a little smug (in the best way). The good news? You don’t need a farm – just a sunny corner, a few pots, and a soft spot for bold flavour. Read more: Gardening plants that make the perfect flu concoction Start with the stars of the show A salsa garden is less about perfection and more about picking the right players. Think colour, crunch and a hint of heat. Tomatoes – The juicy base.…
If you’re looking for a dish that delivers big flavour with minimal fuss, this caramelised onion, biltong and coriander frittata ticks every box. Sweet, slow-cooked onions meet the…
Golden, sticky, smoky… and just a little bit nostalgic. These bacon-wrapped frikkadels are what happens when a humble South African classic gets dressed up for lunch with friends. Think juicy, herb-flecked mince, hugged tightly in crispy bacon, then paired with a sweet-tangy tomato chutney that knows exactly how to steal the spotlight. It’s the kind of recipe that feels both familiar and a touch indulgent – quick enough for a weekday, but impressive enough to pass off as “I totally planned this”. The chutney adds that glossy, finger-licking finish, while a handful of peppery watercress keeps things fresh and balanced.…
Starting your journey in the kitchen can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re learning to cook for fun, health reasons or saving money, having some fundamental tips…
These little bites pack a punch of flavour with the heat of chilli oil and the savoury goodness of juicy pork. Whether serving them as an appetiser or a main dish, these Pork Chilli Oil Dumplings will impress your guests and leave them wanting more! So grab some chopsticks and dig into this delicious and flavourful recipe. Also See: Golden roast leg of pork https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/golden-roast-leg-of-pork Recipe and image: SA Pork
This well-known tuber has a long history in our country. Originally grown in Southeast Asia for over 6,000 years, it was introduced to Southern Africa by Portuguese traders…
Does anyone else romanticise that first cup of coffee? The quiet hum of the kettle, the rich aroma, the promise that you’re about to become a functioning human. It’s a ritual – but behind the comfort lies a surprisingly clever little compound doing far more than just waking you up. Caffeine isn’t just a pick-me-up. It’s a brain operator, subtly shifting the way you think, feel and even taste the world. Here are five lesser-known ways your daily cup works its magic 1. It gives your memory a quiet boost That post-coffee clarityisn’t imagined. Caffeine can sharpen your memory, helping you hold onto details a little longer than usual. Studies have shown that it…
Every gardener has different reasons for choosing the plants that end up in their garden landscape. From shrubs, annuals, and perennials to herbs that end up occupying precious space in and around your…