If the December rush has you avoiding packed cafés and long queues for your morning flat white, it might be time to bring the fun home. A coffee rave is the perfect excuse to gather your favourite people, sip something delicious and dance your way into the day – all without leaving your lounge. Think of it as a joyful mix of breakfast club, dance session and catch-up, wrapped in holiday cheer and plenty of caffeine. Read more: How to clean your favourite coffee machine: From percolaters to French press What exactly is a coffee rave? The idea started…
No December holiday is complete without a cookie jar chock-full of delicious homemade rusks. Made this Christmas-cake rusks recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Scrumptious fruit…
Christmas gathers us in ways few other days can. It carries a familiar magic, the hush before loved ones arrive, the soft promise of connection and the comfort of traditions old and new. At Vergenoegd Löw, this magic is part of the landscape itself, carried on sea-scented breezes and woven into historic Cape Dutch buildings, farm gardens and shared tables. This year, Vergenoegd Löw invites guests to experience a Cape Christmas shaped by nature, nostalgia and the farm’s quiet spirit of generosity. A Cape Christmas Feast at Geuwels 25 December 2025 | 11:30 for 12:00 | R850 pp (drinks excluded)…
Soft, fragrant and beautifully golden, this festive loaf brings a gentle sweetness to the holiday table. Juicy grapes and plump raisins melt into the dough as it bakes,…
Summer was made for simple pleasures: sunshine, good friends and a pizza that tastes like a holiday on a plate. With Eureka Mills 00 Stoneground Flour, crafting that perfect summer slice couldn’t be easier. Our finely milled 00 flour gives your dough incredible stretch and a smooth, silky feel – so shaping your base becomes effortless. It bakes into a light, crisp crust bringing that authentic pizza-shop magic straight to your kitchen, braai, or backyard pizza oven. Because it’s stoneground the traditional way, our flour keeps its natural flavour and character. That means every base has a gentle nuttiness…
Good Life Show Africa partners with Ndarama Works to boost growth in Africa’s booming sustainable food and wellness sectors The Good Life Show Africa has announced a strategic…
A generous charcuterie board has a way of bringing people together. One look at a table filled with cheeses, cured meats and colourful sides, and suddenly everyone’s nibbling, chatting and settling in. The secret lies in balance – plenty of choice, a relaxed layout and a touch of festive flair without overdoing it. Here’s how to build a board that feels abundant, inviting and beautifully put together. Read more: Impress at your next party with these 14 unique charcuterie board ideas Start with a good base Choose a surface that suits your style and space. A long wooden board, stone…
Amura by Ángel León opens at Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, in Cape Town. Where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet, at the foot of Table Mountain, a…
‘Season to taste’ – it sounds simple, but to many, it can feel vague and ambiguous. How much salt is enough? Is your pinch and Nigella Lawson’s pinch the same? When should you season? When should you taste? And how do you know when you’ve reached the point where flavours are truly balanced? Seasoning to taste is less about guessing and more about using salt (and sometimes pepper) to naturally enhance the flavours of the dish (and satisfy your palate). With a little guidance, you can train your palate to recognise when a dish is flat, when it needs brightness,…
The kitchen is filled with all sorts of equipment, ranging from everyday essentials like a chef’s knife and a colander, to specialised tools like a cleaver and a…