In September, Pictured Rocks (also known as Nordic Sails 2) was revealed as the much-anticipated Colour of the Year for 2018 and needless to say, the F&HE team got excited (and creative). Pictured Rocks is a subtle and warm tone of grown-up pink that draws from the tactile qualities of natural wood and leather, conveying comfort and ease in response to consumers wanting to nestle down more and create a “welcome home”. The research – conducted by the Dulux colour team, together with a group of 11 international experts, revealed a strong overarching trend of consumers wanting to transform their…
Roast rib of beef with baked citrus butternut and melted Gorgonzola boasts some unusual flavours that go together amazingly well. The tender meat is delicious with slightly sweet,…
How to buy and store berries Rich in vitamin C, the berry family includes blueberries, blackberries, cranberries, gooseberries, mulberries, raspberries, red currants and strawberries. Once berries have been picked they won’t ripen any further so it’s important to look for fruit that is plump with a deep colour and perfumed fragrance. To check for ripeness, turn the punnet upside down. If the berries stain the lid or appear mushy they may be overripe and should be avoided as they are then only good for making jam. It’s best to refrigerate berries in their packaging or on a plate lined with…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. And to make the festivities and feast last even longer, we are showing you 5 ways with Christmas leftovers -…
Preparing Christmas lunch or dinner has never been this easy thanks to a new range of ready-to-cook Limited Edition meats available exclusively from Checkers just in time for the festive season. The ready-to-cook Limited Edition range includes: Beef tongue with a sweet mustard sauce Gammon with an apricot glaze, pineapple pieces and cherries Turduckin with a cranberry glaze Corned beef Roast beef with a spice rub Venison pie with a saucy filling, covered in puff pastry and a sweet, tangy cranberry glaze Meatloaf rolled in bacon and covered in a sweet and spicy marinade Retailing from just R99.99, this Christmas,…
Festive season entertaining has been made easy with SASKO. Whip up delicious baked treats this festive season with SASKO. Their range of Breads, Flours and versatile Bake Mixes…
The festive season is here and so is the pressure to get the perfect gift for your person. And while it’s the thought that counts, ticking an item off the finely crafted wish-list will certainly push your score into the next dimension. Any coffee lover will know that roasts are getting lighter, pallets more discerning and morning coffees are served colder, so in a time when the perfect cup is infinite, the gift of high-quality, customisable cuppas will delight caffeine and decaf lovers alike. So why not give the gift of enjoying their coffee in more ways than ever before?…
We used pork here, but a lamb rack will work just as well. Recipe and styling by Anna Montali Preparation by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Graeme Borchers
Initially founded in 1905 by Thomas Fentiman, Fentimans is a range of artisanal soft drinks and superior quality mixers. Continuing the tradition today, all Fentimans drinks are manufactured using natural ingredients and a unique multi-stage botanical brewing technique that ensures the distinctive flavour for which Fentimans is renowned. Comprised of old-fashioned soft drinks as well as premium mixers, all Fentimans products use a combination of infusion, skilful blending and the fermentation of natural ingredients to produce a delicately balanced taste profile. Evocative flavours such as Dandelion & Burdock, Wild English Elderflower and Victorian Lemonade summon up the sights and sounds…