When it comes to selecting fresh fish, there’s more to consider than meets the eye. The quality of your catch can make or break the dish. With a few insider tips, you’ll know exactly what to look for to ensure your seafood is as fresh as possible, whether you’re shopping at a bustling market or your local grocery store. WHOLE FISH SKIN: Opt for fish with taut, shiny, and moist skin. If the scales are lifting or dull, it’s a sign that the fish has been sitting out for too long. SPRINGY: Fresh fish will have firm flesh that bounces…
Even though Tinotenda Sadziwa went to university to study for a BSc in Sociology her real passion lay in cooking, something that had been ignited when she was…
Trifle shouldn’t only be reserved for Christmas. Make this delicious strawberry, Madeira and lemon curd trifle as an anytime dessert. ALSO SEE: Milk tart éclair trifle with pinotage jelly and naartjie syrup https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/milk-tart-eclair-trifle-pinotage-jelly-naartjie-syrup Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
First cultivated by the Incas thousands of years ago, given prestige by Marie Antoinette & Louis XVI, and the first vegetable grown in space, potatoes are quite extraordinary…
Known as the ‘bokkom capital’ of the world, Velddrif is a small fishing town on the West Coast where a type of fish biltong called ‘bokkoms’ (a salted and dried harder fish) is sold from Bokkomlaan, next to the road, outside shops, and from people’s homes. After a severe winter, the historic Bokkomlaan, a road in Velddrif on the banks of the Berg River is again selling bokkoms, a West Coast delicacy, by the thousands. Bokkomlaan is a heritage site and one of the oldest roads in Velddrif. Picture: Ashraf Hendricks Several fish houses drying and selling bokkoms operate from Bokkomlaan. Thousands of bokkom…
September is known as Heritage Month in South Africa and to help you celebrate the diverse cultures of our nation, I am exploring restaurants that offer a unique,…
When you first introduce solids to your baby, it’s usually easy to keep things clean because they aren’t very mobile yet. However, as the months go by, they will start swiping the spoon and blowing raspberries into their food, which can quickly become a mess for everyone, writes Jen Spiro. This can be overwhelming and letting them get messy might seem like more work than it’s worth. Some parents feel that allowing their children to sit with food all over them, even during meals, is neglectful. But I encourage you to embrace the mess! Let them get food on their…
Pomegranates are packed with flavour and health benefits, but removing their seeds can sometimes be a tricky task. If you’ve ever struggled with the mess or spent too…
Didn’t think Nutella could get any better? Think again! These lemon curd and Nutella squares with a peanut base are the perfect sweet treat for dessert lovers. The creamy, citrusy lemon curd pairs deliciously with the rich, chocolatey Nutella, all atop a crunchy peanut base that adds just the right amount of texture. Serve them at a party or enjoy them as an afternoon treat, these squares will leave everyone reaching for more. Perfect for those who crave a blend of sweet, nutty, and tart goodness in one bite. ALSO SEE: Lemon and grapefruit squares Recipe and styling by Claire…
Before you think about tossing that leftover buttermilk, think again! We’ve all been there—bought a big carton of buttermilk for that one recipe and then wondered what to…