South Africans will soon be paying more for everyday essentials as the government considers an increase in Value Added Tax (VAT). Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said in the 2025 Budget Speech that government proposes to increase South Africa’s VAT rate by 0.5 percentage points in 2025/26 and 0.5 percentage points in 2026/27. This will bring the VAT rate to 16% in 2026/27. This proposed hike has sparked concern, particularly among low-income households already struggling with rising costs. What the VAT hike means for your grocery bill If implemented, the VAT increase will affect nearly all goods and services, excluding a…
Raise a glass to Ireland’s favourite holiday with these delicious green-coloured, beer and whiskey drinks recipes perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. St. Patrick’s Day is a cultural…
Braai mealies (or mielies, as they are known) with three different toppings are a sure way to wow your guests with some interesting and punchy flavours. Mealies are fresh and fabulous, adding colour and crunch to any dish. As the days get warmer, let these corn concoctions put a little spring in your step. Made these recipes? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram ALSO SEE: No firelighters? No problem! Use these alternatives to get the braai going https://www.foodandhome.co.za/lifestyle/firelighters-alternatives-to-get-the-braai-going
We all know how chaotic life can be with our daily responsibilities and work schedules. It’s not surprising that we often find ourselves indulging in late-night snacking or…
The Department of Health has implemented a sweeping ban on the production, sale, and import of cannabis and hemp-derived foodstuffs. This move could threaten to derail South Africa’s budding cannabis industry and contradicts previous government commitments to commercialising the sector. The decision, published in a government gazette, falls under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics, and Disinfectants Act of 1972. It prohibits the sale, importation, and manufacture of any food containing components derived from the Cannabis Sativa L plant, including hemp, hemp seed oil, and hemp seed flour. The unexpected policy shift has sparked intense controversy, reigniting debates around cannabis safety, economic empowerment, and the…
In a nostalgic twist that has thrilled snack lovers across South Africa, Lay’s sour cream and onion crisps have finally returned to supermarket shelves after an extended absence,…
With approximately 685 million people worldwide still living without access to electricity and billions relying on polluting fuels like wood and charcoal for cooking, the twin challenges of energy poverty and climate change continue to threaten global progress. In the face of these daunting issues, the Wonderbag has emerged as a powerful tool for change. Since its launch, Wonderbag has sold over 6 million units across the world, playing a pivotal role in the fight against carbon emissions and deforestation. The Wonderbag is a convenient and portable non-electric slow cooker which uses a simple heat-retention design to let you cook food…
South African shoppers have taken to social media to voice their frustrations over empty shelves at local Woolworths stores, particularly in the fresh produce and meat sections, reports Cape…
An Italian classic meets Mediterranean flair in this Chicken, spinach and feta cannelloni dish that’s both comforting and sophisticated. Delicate pasta tubes are generously stuffed with a rich and creamy filling of tender chicken, earthy spinach, and the tangy embrace of feta cheese. Baked to golden perfection in a luscious tomato sauce and topped with bubbling cheddar cheese! Made this Chicken, Spinach and Feta Cannelloni recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram ALSO SEE: Aubergine cannelloni with goat’s cheese, pine nuts and baby spinach https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/aubergine-cannelloni-goats-cheese-pine-nuts-baby-spinach
The knives are out, the flavours are bold, and the guests? Well, they’re serving more than just opinions… Come Dine With Me South Africa is famous for a…