By Cartier Tsholo, entertainment and TV critic There was a time when watching television meant exactly that: sitting in front of a television set at a particular time, on a particular day, because if you missed the programme, you missed the moment. Today, our relationship with entertainment looks very different. We stream. We scroll. We catch up. We watch clips on our phones and discuss television shows on social media before some people have even watched the full episode. All you have to do is open TikTok and see the moment everyone is talking about. We have seen it with…
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Give your Heritage Day braai a flavour-packed twist with this tandoori chicken, cooked over glowing coals until tender, juicy and beautifully charred. Served with warm roti, cooling cucumber-and-mint raita, charred lemons and fresh coriander, it’s a vibrant centrepiece made for sharing around the table. Also See: Tandoori roast cauliflower steaks with cucumber yoghurt & chilli https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/tandoori-roast-cauliflower-steaks-with-cucumber-yoghurt-chilli
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Heritage Day is made for gathering around the braai, sharing good food and raising a glass with friends and family. From refreshing rooibos-infused cocktails and fruity spritzes to homemade ginger beer and easy non-alcoholic sips, these Heritage Day drinks have something for everyone. Pour yourself a glass, gather your people and let the celebrations begin. 1. Pink gin and tonic with rooibos and lemongrass https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pink-gin-and-tonic-with-rooibos-and-lemongrass 2. Granadilla, rose and pomegranate sparkling cocktail https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/granadilla-rose-pomegranate-sparkling-cocktail 3. Watermelon crush https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/watermelon-crush 4. Kiwifruit and apple mojitos https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/kiwifruit-apple-mojitos 5. Berry sorbet champagne floats https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/berry-sorbet-champagne-floats 6. Rooibos mocktail https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/rooibos-mocktail 7. Quick ginger beer cocktail https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/drink/ginger-beer-cocktail…
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Few dishes are quite as generous as a good biryani. This lamb biryani layers tender, spice-marinated meat with fragrant rice, earthy lentils, golden potatoes and crisp fried onions, all slowly cooked together so the flavours can meld. Finished with boiled eggs and saffron, it’s a wonderfully comforting centrepiece for a family feast or special occasion. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! Also See: Chicken biryani with cumin yoghurt https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/chicken-biryani-with-cumin-yoghurt Recipe and feature image: Woman&Home/Extracted from My Cape Malay Kitchen by Cariema Isaacs (Struik Lifestyle) Photo: © Penguin Random House/Nigel Deary
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Put a twist on a South African classic with this comforting pork bobotie. Juicy pork mince is gently spiced with curry powder, turmeric and roasted masala, then mixed with sweet dried peaches and crunchy almonds for a delicious balance of savoury, sweet and aromatic flavours. Topped with a creamy, golden egg custard and baked until beautifully set, it’s a warming family dinner served with turmeric rice and a spoonful of chutney. Also See: Mzansi pork chops with sweet potato roosterkoek https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/mzansi-pork-chops-with-sweet-potato-roosterkoek Recipe and image: SA Pork
Why should the braai stop at the main course? Once the steaks and chops are off the grill, turn your attention to something sweet. From fruit caramelised over…