• The recent taxi strike created significant disruption for both businesses and employees. After staff members were unable to commute to work on a busy day for Sonder Café, three loyal customers stepped up to lend a helping hand. On 7 August, the lively Sonder Café in Observatory found itself understaffed due to the strike, leaving co-owner Michelle Fredman and her partner Chase on their own to man the decks. The strike had prevented their three staff members, who live in Khayelitsha, from reaching work. Talking to the People’s Post, Michelle explained that, with no option to close for the day,…

    Chicken Club Salad Looking for a way to spice up your chicken salad? Try this Chicken Club Salad recipe using chicken, prosciutto, avocado, tomatoes and parmesan. It’s quick…

    In time for the cooler months, we’ve done our homework to present you with a guide to where you’ll want to cosy up, chat away and sip some of Cape Town’s finest cocktails this winter. Planet Bar at the Mount Nelson The Planet Bar at Mount Nelson buzzes year-round with locals and travellers alike. Step into a world where every sip becomes a journey, crafted by talented mixologists; this inner-city hotspot serves classic cocktails with a contemporary twist. Mount Nelson’s Sommelier, Keegan Terry, uncorks his signature cocktail, Million Roses: ‘It’s a twist on the original cocktail from the Grand Europe;…

    Fatima Sydow, Cape Town’s beloved celebrity chef, shared the latest update on her battle against cancer on social media. In a video, filmed from her hospital bed, Sydow, known for her optimism, appeared troubled, as she asked viewers to maintain a positive outlook and support her in her struggle against cancer. “Hello Everyone, I’m currently in hospital. Love you all. Stay positive, motivated and don’t give up.” Sydow (49) is fighting soft tissue sarcoma stage 4 Cancer. An extremely rare and aggressive type of cancer. She was diagnosed with cancer in December 2020 and has been on a journey of…

    Vhutshilo “Vee” Mushwana is a young mom of two who likes spending time in the kitchen creating magic for her family. Her love for food started from a very young age, mostly influenced by her mother. “I remember how she would cook up a storm on Sundays but also during the festive season. I enjoyed helping her out in the kitchen, obviously running away from doing the dishes *hides*!” she says. Her mother had a collection of recipe books and quite often Mushwana would find herself reading them, leading her to eventually start to experiment in the kitchen; and that…

    Raw and fresh carrot cake is not only delicious, it’s also vegan! The raw ingredients mean that the flavours are all the more powerful, and even non-vegans won’t be able to resist yet another piece. You can’t get much fresher than this delicious dessert. Made this delicious Raw and fresh carrot cake? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: 10 Cape Town restaurants where you’ll get the best carrot cake https://www.foodandhome.co.za/entertaining/diary/cape-town/10-cape-town-restaurants-best-carrot-cake