While there aren’t many vineyards in Joburg like you’d find thriving in the Cape, Joburgers still love a good glass of vino. And when you’re looking for boutique labels, rare varietals or expert recommendations, there’s far more on offer than your local supermarket shelves. Whether you’re planning a special dinner, building your wine collection or simply searching for your next favourite bottle, these are the best wine shops in Joburg. From independent bottle stores to specialist wine merchants offering tastings, masterclasses and carefully curated selections, each one is well worth a visit. You might even stumble into an impromptu wine…
The short answer is yes – in fact, it’s encouraged. We all know how dirty mattresses can get, even if you make use of a mattress protector. Your…
Buttery, flaky puff pastry meets a luscious vanilla and orange custard filling in this timeless teatime favourite. Delicately scented with fresh citrus and dusted with icing sugar, these vanilla orange custard slices strike the perfect balance between creamy, crisp and refreshing. Ideal for afternoon tea, celebrations or whenever you’re craving a bakery-style treat at home. Also See: Choc-chip cookie dough pie https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/choc-chip-cookie-dough-pie
From clever kitchen tips and cleaning know-how to the best places to eat in Joburg, here’s everything the Food & Home team has been writing this week. Whether…
Mandela Day is about more than ticking off 67 minutes on your calendar. It’s a reminder that even small acts of kindness can leave a lasting impact. Whether you’re hoping to pack food parcels, spend time at an animal shelter, donate groceries or help your local community, South Africa is home to hundreds of organisations doing incredible work every day of the year. Here are some of the best places to lend a hand this Mandela Day. 1. FoodForward SA One of South Africa’s largest hunger-relief organisations, FoodForward SA rescues surplus food from retailers, manufacturers and farmers before redistributing it…
JC Le Roux, Nederburg and Durbanville Hills Invite South Africans to Choose Their Captain As South Africans prepare for one of the country’s most anticipated rugby occasions, JC…
It feels like potatoes last forever in storage – so much so that I’ve had one growing into a new plant! However long you’ve had a bag of potatoes, there will almost always be one or two that have turned green. Does that mean they’re still raw and need time to ‘ripen’, or is it something else? Can you still eat green potatoes? We’ve found out the real reason they go green and whether they’re safe for dinner. Why do potatoes turn green? Potatoes aren’t harvested from the soil, needing to be ripened further – that all happens in…
While you can make almost anything in an air fryer, certain foods won’t come out the same. The circulating hot air is indeed perfect for reheating, melting, and…
Bring the bold flavours of Spain to your dinner table with this roast vegetable and chorizo paella. Smoky chorizo, roasted Mediterranean vegetables and fragrant paprika are baked with fluffy rice to create a colourful one-pan meal that’s perfect for family dinners or relaxed entertaining. Finished with fresh oregano and parsley, it’s a hearty dish that’s guaranteed to impress. Also See: Seafood and chicken paella with chorizo https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/seafood-chicken-paella-chorizo
Vondeling Wines has announced the appointment of acclaimed Swartland winemaker Callie Louw as consulting winemaker and viticultural advisor. The appointment follows the departure of winemaker Emile van der…