Comprehensive yet engaging, and welcoming of newcomers to the vine, the 2026 Platter’s by Diners Club Wine Guide released today is the perfect independent companion for anyone who lifts a glass of South African wine. The new edition celebrates a remarkable 46 years of the guide showcasing South Africa’s winegrowers and grape-spirit distillers, through winery profiles, wine descriptions and ratings, wine-country maps and much more. All the best-selling features of the collectible editions are present and fully updated for the 2026 guide, in which well over 900 producers, merchants and brands are featured, including more than 30 new ones, and…
Superfoods don’t need to be exotic or hard to find – sometimes the most powerful ingredients are the ones already sitting in your pantry. Pumpkin and chia seeds…
Lemons are one of those pantry staples we reach for constantly – brightening sauces, lifting bakes, and adding a fresh kick to drinks. If you’ve stocked up or have a bowl that’s fuller than usual, freezing them is an easy way to make sure nothing goes to waste. With the right steps, you can keep that vibrant citrus flavour on hand for months. Try this: No-bake lemon meringue pie Freezing whole lemons Whole lemons freeze beautifully and are handy to have ready for cooking or baking. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Arrange on a tray and freeze until firm. Move to…
Sun, breeze and warm nights can supercharge growth, colour and flowering. They can also scorch leaves, invite pests and stress roots if you rush the process. Use this…
Creamy chicken pasta Our creamy chicken pasta is the ultimate comfort food! Succulent pieces of tender chicken are simmered in a luscious, velvety sauce, perfectly paired with al dente pasta to create a rich and satisfying dish. Made this delicious creamy chicken pasta? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram ALSO SEE: How to cook dry pasta perfectly https://www.foodandhome.co.za/how-to/how-to-cook-dry-pasta-perfectly Recipes & styling: Sjaan van der Ploeg
While ‘colour drenching’ was all the rage this year, its sister, a different painting technique, is set to take centre stage in 2026 – colour capping. What sets…
The FYN Group sommelier has been honoured with the prestigious award at the renowned association’s annual conference. The FYN Group’s sommelier and Service & Beverage Director, Jennifer Hugé, has been awarded the Relais & Châteaux Woman of the Year Trophy 2026. She received the honour at the association’s annual conference, held in Boston earlier this month. The trophy, awarded by the association in partnership with Champagne Pommery, is presented to visionary women from Relais & Châteaux properties who have been leading the way in transforming the hospitality industry. Now in its tenth year, the award honours the women whose contributions…
Motherdough – the artisanal bakery rooted in natural fermentation and driven by old-world Italian methods – Lance Littlefield and Willem van Schalkwyk reveal their newest panetteria. Located on…
I think we can all confidently say that most South Africans love Peppermint – whether the famous Peppermint tart, as a flavoured sweet, toothpaste, or tea. Its aroma and intense menthol flavour are unmatched. This minty herb, native to Europe and Asia, is not only known for its punchy flavour but also for its medicinal properties. Commonly enjoyed as a tea, these vibrant, spear-shaped leaves provide many potential health benefits. 5 Health benefits of peppermint tea Peppermint leaves contain several essential oils, namely menthol, menthone, and limonene. While peppermint extracts have been widely researched, the effects and potential benefits of…
Instead of limiting the cherry moment to the fruit bowl, Cherry Time™ explored ways to weave the harvest into meaningful touchpoints: the gift you choose, the dessert you…