Local harvest celebrations are always a hoot and seem to be the order of the day this time of the year in Cape Town and its surroundings. The scenes are family-friendly and accentuated with jubilation through music and dancing and of course, delectable cuisine and plenty of topple. If you are keen on being a guest at a harvest celebration here are some you can attend: Goatshed Harvest Lunch Picture: Fairview Wine and Cheese / Facebook For 18 years, Fairview Wine Farm has been home to the award-winning Goatshed eatery, which hosts the Goatshed Harvest Lunch. This March, every…
If “picturesque” was a place, it would undoubtedly be Cafe Chiffon. From the quaint setting of the cobbled streets, elegant architecture and sidewalk boutiques that make up the…
Every now and then, cooking is just too much of a mission. But where do you order takeout from when you don’t eat meat? Here are five spots: 1. Nourish’d This plant-based, zero-waste cafe and juicery is a well-known Cape Town spot. Sure to make you feel powered up by what you put into your body, takeaways from Nourish’d are always a good choice. Along with delicious juices and smoothies, you can also order amazing plant-based meals, from something light to a solid dish that will fill you up. Nourish’d is available on OrderIn and UberEats. Picture: UberEats 2. Lekker…
Easter is either a time of reflection for those in the Christian faith or an excuse for many to get chocolate-wasted. As South Africans, we also look forward…
Slow-roasted beef fillet with currants and anchovies The currant and anchovy dressing goes beautifully with the beef, a must try to impress your friends! TOTAL TIME 4 hours 20 minutes + standing | SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS Currant and anchovy dressing ⅓ cup currants ¼ cup red wine vinegar 1 clove garlic 4 anchovy fillets 1 tbsp baby capers, drained 1 small red onion, chopped finely ⅓ cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil Slow-roasted beef fillet 1.4 kg beef eye-fillet 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 bunch fresh…
The end of summer signals the unfortunate end of the tomato season. While we still have a few weeks in SA to enjoy our plants before the temperatures drop,…
The StrangeLove negroni Make this negroni cocktail recipe courtesy of StrangeLove Cocktail Lounge. INGREDIENTS 50ml Mediterranean Gin 40ml Campari 40ml sweet vermouth or Capertif A slice or big zest of orange for garnish METHOD Pour the ingredients into a mixing glass filled with ice and stir until well chilled. Strain into an ice filled tumbler. Serve Garnish with a large zest of orange. ALSO SEE: Hope Distillery’s new StrangeLove Cocktail Bar is definitely worth a shot https://www.foodandhome.co.za/lifestyle/news-and-trends/hope-distillerys-new-strangelove-cocktail-bar-is-definitely-worth-a-shot Recipe supplied by Scout PR. Feature image: Alix Rose-Cowie
Ice cream and the beach are two things that have always gone hand in hand. There is something about being by the ocean with the sun shining down…
Cheesecake tart with mango Creaminess of the cheesecake pairs perfectly with the sweet mango. PREP TIME 30 minutes | TOTAL TIME 1 hour + refrigeration | SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS Palm sugar syrup ½ cup shaved palm sugar 2 tbsp lime juice Cheesecake tart with mango 1 ½ cups flour 2 tbsp caster sugar 75 g butter 500 g cream cheese ⅓ cup milk ¼ cup caster sugar, extra 2 medium mangoes ¼ cup coconut flakes, toasted METHOD Palm sugar syrup STIR palm sugar and juice together in a small saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves. Cool. Cheesecake tart with…
Whether you’re having a dry month, moderating your alcohol, wanting to be a more inclusive host or just want to dip your toe into the increasing non-alcoholic spirits…