• Protein is the ‘it’ word in health and wellness at the moment. You will also know that meeting your protein goals can be tricky and most women fall short in this department. The recommended amount per day is 30 grams per meal, or 7 grams of protein for every 10 kilograms of body weight. If you’re looking for an easy way to boost your daily protein intake without sacrificing your morning caffeine ritual, meet ‘proffee’. This protein-packed coffee trend has been taking over social media—and for good reason! It’s a simple, effective, and delicious way to fuel your body while…

    Enjoy a flavourful and nutritious nicoise salad! This easy-to-make recipe features red quinoa, green beans, tuna, cherry tomatoes, olives, and boiled eggs. Toss it all together for a satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner option! FOOD TEAM TIP: If you can’t find red quinoa, feel free to substitute it for normal quinoa. Did you make this recipe? Tag us on Instagram @foodandhomesa! ALSO SEE: Tuna salad with cannellini beans and fennel Feature image: AreMedia

    If you feel like your grocery bill keeps climbing, you’re not alone. In a recent article by Business Tech, Malcolm Libera shared recent data from the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity (PMBEJD) group shows that Gauteng remains the most expensive province for groceries in 2025, with Johannesburg topping the list as the priciest city, followed by Durban and Cape Town. The cost of a household food basket, which includes 44 essential food items, reached R5,313.22 in February 2025. While this marks a small annual increase of 0.7%, food inflation continues to be a concern for many households. The biggest price…

    You bought a whole bunch of celery for a recipe that called for just one stalk, didn’t you? Now, the rest of it is slowly wilting in the fridge, waiting for its inevitable fate in the bin. But hold on! Celery may not be the main event in most meals, but it’s a quiet hero in the kitchen. Here are some simple, delicious ways to use your celery: 1. Freeze it for future stock Let’s be honest, homemade stock always sounds like something you’ll make “one day.” But when that day finally comes, you’ll thank your past self for freezing…