• While air fryers have been around for over a decade, their popularity shows no signs of slowing down. Many boast them as a healthier alternative to deep-frying, promising crispy, golden results with little to no oil. But with growing concerns around high-heat cooking and potential toxins, are air fryers in fact the health hero they’re made out to be? We take a closer look at the facts. Are air fryers a healthier cooking alternative? When compared to deep-frying, air fryers are undoubtedly a healthier alternative. Deep-frying requires large amounts of oil, which, when heated, saturates food with excess fat and…

    If you’re craving a breakfast (brunch or dessert) that feels a little indulgent but still light and wholesome, these pancakes with fruit and chocolate sauce tick every box. These fluffy vegan pancakes are topped with fresh seasonal fruit and drizzled with a silky, dairy-free chocolate sauce that tastes far richer than it should. Proof that plant-based baking can be just as decadent — if not more so. Enjoyed this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! Also See: Vegan piña colada pavlova  https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/vegan-pina-colada-pavlova-2 Recipe and styling by Illanique van Aswegen Photograph by Adel Ferreira

    As we welcome in the new year (hello, 2026!), the F&H team is always on the lookout for bold, zesty, and brilliant recipes to inspire our readers. But we also love a good throwback, especially when it comes to revisiting the recipes you loved most. And we must say, things are looking mostly sweet! From no-bake blueberry cheesecake and classic Marie Biscuit brownies to nutritional school lunchbox ideas and even our chicken feet recipe, the F&H Readers’ Top 10 of 2025 proves that comfort, nostalgia and flavour never go out of style. Whether you’re craving something sweet or looking for savoury…

    Indulge in a bite of visual and flavour perfection with this Japanese Fruit Sandwich—where pillowy soft bread meets lightly sweet whipped cream and juicy strawberries. Inspired by Japan’s beloved fruit sando, it’s a whimsical treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat, perfect for afternoon tea, brunch or a delightful dessert at home. Also See: Fig, caramel and Rooibos French toast bake https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/fig-caramel-and-rooibos-french-toast-bake

    Indulgent and wonderfully comforting, this Fig, Caramel and Rooibos French Toast Bake brings a South African twist to classic French toast. Soft white bread sandwiches filled with caramel and juicy figs are soaked in a rooibos‑infused egg‑milk custard, baked until golden and finished with a dusting of icing sugar and a dollop of yoghurt. Perfect for a cosy brunch, breakfast treat or even a warm dessert. Also See: Quick and easy French toast with all the trimmings https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/quick-easy-french-toast-with-trimmings