Published on December 20, 2023

With the potential ‘Janu-worry’ woes on our minds, we’ve compiled a quick list of simple ideas on how to stretch your budget, even with those few weeks of school holiday left.    Prep, planning, perfect   Planning your weekly meals is the best way to ensure you stick within your budget range and avoid the outcome […]

Published on December 12, 2023

Stuck with leftovers after the big festive spread? These quick recipes will stretch your leftovers into more moreish meals.  Sweet and salty gammon bagels  Serves 6  Add some texture by serving this with crunchy pickled vegetables or a chunky relish.  Ingredients  6 bagels or so rolls, halved  3 Tbsp wholegrain or Dijon mustard (sweet chilli sauce […]

Published on December 4, 2023

This article lists 5 tips to master the art of basting – flaunt more than just your cooking skills with our nifty tips and tricks   1. Rub skin all over with fat Use your hands or a brush to make sure you get in the nooks and crannies. Bu er adds a lot of flavour […]

Published on November 20, 2023

It’s time for festive gifting! Show you care and go the extra mile with edible gifts and DIY packaging, plus have some fun. Plus, learn how to make homemade jams, lemon curds, infused vodka, olive oils and gin spice. These gifts can stay in pantries and fridges for weeks.  Take gifting to the next level  […]

Published on November 7, 2023

The internet is raving about these recipes. The Birria taco might just be our favourite. Editor Chad January has tried these viral recipes so you can make them at home to get loads of likes. Things are about to get spicy, cheesy, messy and delicious.  Beef Birria  Serves 8-10  Birria is a traditional Mexican dish […]

Published on October 23, 2023

Another day, another TikTok hack. From making your own Christmas crackers to ‘gift-wrapping’ your front door, use these clever (and cost-effective) decorating tricks to make sure you have a holly, jolly festive season.  1. DIY door decoration  Let the festive feels come knocking early this year. Decorate your door to look like a huge, wrapped […]

Published on October 20, 2023

We know the drill all too well. It’s 9 p.m., and you’re already in bed when your stomach starts rumbling. Before you find yourself arm-deep in a bag of your favourite crisps, munch on these nutritious (and delicious) snacks instead.  But wait…should you be eating late at night?   “If you’re hungry at night, you should […]

Published on October 16, 2023

Slice, dice and serve these lush but light snacks for summer, then catch up on blind baking 101 for superior sturdy crusts every time.  No one likes a “soggy bottom”, so it’s best to blind bake your unfilled shortcrust pastry shell. Why bother? It guarantees a crisp, cooked pastry crust that can support the weight […]

Published on October 8, 2023

Rotisserie chicken is a fast, fuss-free and finger-licking good cheat for dinner. We show you how to turn this blank canvas into four fab suppers.  Chicken pot pies  Serves 4 • Total time 50 minutes Ingredients  1 roll (400g) puff pastry, defrosted overnight  2 Tbsp oil  ¼ cup butter  1 packet (300g) leeks, sliced  2 packets […]

Published on October 3, 2023

Zola Nene is a household name in the culinary world. Impress your friends with 4 of her yummy recipes. Pulled pork shoulder  Serves 6-8 • Total time 4 hours Ingredients  1 Tbsp ground cumin  1 Tbsp ground coriander  2kg boneless pork shoulder  5 spring onions, chopped  3cm piece fresh ginger, sliced  1 green chilli  ¼ cup […]