• A chef is only as good as their tools. Ever dealt with a blunt chef’s knife or a wonky box grater? Yeah, it’s frustrating and ends up doing more harm than good. Whether you’re just starting in the kitchen or have years of experience, the right tool can make all the difference. From chopping and slicing to stirring and seasoning, the right tool doesn’t just make your life in the kitchen easier, but it makes it much more enjoyable. 5 Kitchen tools pros swear by (and you’ll love too) Sure, tools don’t make the food taste better, but they improve your skills,…

    Orange sweet potato gnocchi is a tasty twist on the conventional dish, and bursting with beautiful colour. Gnocchi is always deliciously filling, even more so when it’s made with soft sweet potatoes. This makes a perfect appetiser, or you can increase each plateful for a yummy main. Also See: 10 pasta recipes we love https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/10-pasta-recipes-we-love-2 Image credit: preppykitchen.com

    It feels like fresh produce prices have skyrocketed recently. And once you’ve come home after your weekly or monthly shop, unpacked and blinked, they seem to have wilted, softened or started rotting – seemingly increasing your household food waste, inflating your grocery budget, and breaking your heart. But fear not! We have researched all the best ways to keep your celery crisp, keep those beautiful berries plump, and other hacks to keep your groceries fresher for longer – saving your budget, keeping food waste to a minimum, and ensuring you have tasty, fresh food stocked in the fridge. 10 Tips…

    There’s nothing quite like a cup of coffee to get your day started, but did you know that your trusty jar of instant coffee can do more than just perk you up? As someone who always has a jar in the pantry (because, let’s be honest, life without coffee is unthinkable), I’ve discovered a few clever ways to put instant coffee to work beyond your morning brew. Here are three game-changing hacks that you need to try: 1. Chilled coffee and vanilla milk Serves 2 Combine 500ml (2 cups) boiling water with 15ml (1 tbsp) instant coffee and pour into…

    A cereal grain plant in the grass family Poaceae that has been grown and cultivated for thousands of years is having a well-deserved revival: sorghum. This ancient grain originates from Africa, is enjoyed across the continent, and has even made its way to America. From ting ya mabele to a syrup similar to molasses, we’re shining the spotlight on this versatile, nutritious, and culturally significant grain. Let’s take a look at how deeply this humble grain is woven into our story. South Africa’s sorghum roots Sorghum has been cultivated for thousands of years in Africa, with the earliest remains discovered at an archaeological…