This Women’s Month, we are celebrating inspirational women all month long! Take a closer look into these four up-and-coming South African chefs as we share a spotlight on their culinary journeys thus far! From the vibey Kloof Street neighbourhood to the serene, sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and urban hustle of Rosebank’s Keyes Art Mile, these four female chefs are making culinary waves across the country. Chef Amori Burger Amori is the Executive Chef at Upper Union Restaurant, a unique and vibrant dining concept in Cape Town. Her cooking style is influenced by her love of hosting friends and family, especially the joys of Sunday lunch. At Upper Union, she recreates these cherished moments, providing the opportunity for guests to indulge in…
Indulge in the comforting flavours of this traditional curried chicken stew with samp and beans. This hearty dish brings together tender chicken pieces simmered in a fragrant curry…
The tight-knit farming community of Koelenhof in Stellenbosch is grieving the loss of four farmworkers who passed away after consuming expired alcohol. On 26 July, Juanita Hull, Megan Heynes, Wilhemina Snyder, her boyfriend Elton Greene, and Monecia Alckers were drinking together. A few days later, an ambulance was called for three of them, Cape {town} Etc reports. Jestine Alckers, Monecia’s sister, explained, ‘They took the gin from Joubert Family Wine farm that Friday morning. Apparently, there was a 25-litre bucket and they only got 1.5 litres. It was a very strong drink, which they chased with a cool drink. It looked like…
Petit Four Delights & Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa celebrates Women’s Month by inviting guests to enjoy their excellent special addition menu: exquisite petit fours. This new menu…
Water stains on wood can be unsightly but they don’t have to be permanent. If you’re battling a stubborn mark on your coffee table, try one of these 6 practical ways to get rid of water stains on wood, using items that you probably have at home. Baking soda Tip: Make a paste with baking soda and water. Baking soda proves its usefulness time and time again. Mix one tablespoon of baking soda with a small amount of water to form a thick paste. Apply this paste to the stain using a microfiber cloth and gently rub the surface in a…
Bursting with flavours, these crispy, crunchy Braaied pork hot dogs with slaw are the perfect lunch time meal. ALSO SEE: Veggie burgers with Sriracha mayo slaw https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/veggie-burgers-with-sriracha-mayo-slaw Feature…
Okay, so get this. You know when old laws hang around sucking the fun out of everything for way too long? This is still a thing in South Africa, where adding wine or grape juice to spirits like gin, before or after the distillation process, is not legally allowed. We know, we know – it’s a tiny gripe in the big scheme of things. But weird little ‘thou shalt not’ tripwires like this seriously hamper the creative process of fun-loving, boundary-pushing distillers like Charles Bryant from Six Dogs Distillery. Until they don’t… Okay, before we tell you all about the…
This hot and healthy vegetable soup will warm hearts this winter! This hearty potato soup with chorizo and smoked olive salsa is a comforting dish that combines the…
Rack em up with this delicious Garlic and sage pork rib roast with rosemary potatoes and honey mustard sauce. Perfect for a Sunday roast. ALSO SEE: Whisky and maple sticky pork ribs with sweet potato fries https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/whisky-maple-sticky-pork-ribs-sweet-potato-fries
Did you discover a very special and tasty tomato? And would you like to enjoy the same one in your garden next summer? Then you are exactly right…