• A lovely bunch of coconuts… Add a tropic twist to your summer menu with healthy, full-on-flavour coconut. You’ll be back on the beach with your toes in the sand in no time! How to open a coconut: Remove the fibrous outer husk of the coconut. There will be 3 small indentations at the top end of the coconut – pierce the softest two and pour out the water. Firmly knock the emptied coconut around its circumference a few times on the edge of a step or a hard surface. The coconut will crack evenly in half and is ready to…

    Pick n Pay has partnered with Ocean Plastic Technologies, a pioneer in plastic micro recycling, to create wine box holder stands using 4,420 kilograms of reclaimed and recycled tetra juice packs – equivalent to approximately half a million one-litre packs.   “Now available in over 100 stores, these stands provide a convenient way for customers to easily locate free, empty wine boxes that hold up to six bottles of wine, allowing them to safely transport their wine purchases while reducing the need for plastic bags,” says Gavin Ievers, Head of Liquor at Pick n Pay. The stands were processed at a multi-layer…

    Packed with antioxidants and a burst of fruity flavour, this pomegranate smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious way to start your day. Blending juicy pomegranate arils with creamy yoghurt, banana, and a hint of honey, this smoothie offers the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Whether you enjoy it as a quick breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, this smoothie is a delicious way to enjoy the health benefits of pomegranates while indulging in a naturally sweet treat. Made this pomegranate smoothie? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Protein warrior smoothie Feature image: Are Media

    Tucked away in the rugged beauty of Scherpenheuwel, Lapithos Olive Farm stands as a testament to family, tradition and the land itself. What began as a handful of saplings planted in honour of two grandfathers has grown into a thriving orchard of 10 000 trees. Here, nature is given the freedom to flourish. The farm remains unfenced, allowing wildlife to roam undisturbed. Every tree was planted by family and friends, turning Lapithos into a landscape of shared memories. The farm’s dedication to sustainability and craftsmanship has earned it prestigious accolades, including the Absa Top 10 Olive Oil Award, proving that…

    If you’re planning a braai anytime soon, you might want to brace yourself for a higher grocery bill. The latest Braai Index shows that the cost of a typical braai has increased again, continuing the upward trend seen so far in 2025. According to an article on Business Tech which looks at the latest data from the Pietermaritzburg Equity Justice and Dignity (PMBEJD) group, the cost of essential braai items has risen by 1.1% from February to March and by 3.4% compared to this time last year. While prices haven’t reached the extreme highs seen in previous years, the steady…