• If your usual salad routine feels like it needs a refresh, this spiced chicken and crispy wrap salad is here to fix that. Juicy, golden chicken is coated in warming spices and paired with a vibrant mix of crunchy veg, creamy avocado and a zingy dressing. But the real plot twist? Crispy tortilla shards that turn every bite into the perfect lunchtime treat. It’s quick, fresh and just indulgent – not to mention perfect meal prep. Did you make this Spiced chicken and crispy wrap salad recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram Also See: Fish tortillas with tomato avocado…

    THE MONTH OF HER: CAPE GRACE, A FAIRMONT MANAGED HOTEL, INVITES YOU TO CELEBRATE THE WOMEN WHO INSPIRE This May, Cape Grace, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, on Cape Town’s iconic V&A Waterfront, dedicates an entire month to honouring the women who shape the way we see the world. Mothers who anchor us, daughters who surprise us, sisters who walk beside us. The Month of Her is a beautifully considered series of experiences woven through May, conceived as a tribute to femininity, legacy, and the enduring strength passed quietly between generations. The Month of Her Afternoon Tea – Heirloom Restaurant Every weekend…

    Next up in our budget veggie series is everything you need to know about lentils. Priced around R30 for 500 grams, lentils are not only affordable, but also packed with nutrition and health benefits (not to mention the perfect ingredient to have stocked up for colder days). Find out how you can get the most bang for your buck for these tiny, humble and unassuming legumes below. Everything you need to know about lentils Lentils are an annual legume that produce lens-shaped seeds, otherwise known as pulses. The plant grows about 40 cm tall, the seeds grow in pods,…

    Every kitchen has suffered from a fruit fly epidemic (and my kitchen is currently in the thick of one). One overly ripe piece of fruit, or an off smell from the drain and bam! The tiny frequent flyers spontaneously arrive – and feel near impossible to get rid of. The good news? It actually is possible to get rid of them with just a few routine habits and DIY remedies. What are fruit flies? Fruit flies are small (2mm), red-eyed insects part of the Drosophilidae or greater fly family. These tiny insects are attracted to rotting or fermenting fruit…

    This winter, COY is expanding one of its most popular offerings. The COY EDIT – previously a lunch‑only option – is now available for both lunch and dinner, seven days a week. The idea is simple: give guests a way to enjoy COY’s cooking at a price point that works for them, without losing the experience that makes the restaurant so special.  “Winter is when people want comfort, warmth, and a place that feels familiar. Extending the EDIT into the evening is our way of inviting more locals in – to drop by, share a few plates, and enjoy the kind of food that…