Expert Advice

How the Lebanese Bakery builds a mezze spread

Published on April 11, 2025

There are so many facets to Lebanese cuisine, so we sat down with chef Clara Bubenzer from The Lebanese Bakery for a basic introduction to the must-tries and must-tastes to get acquainted with it.   The ingredients   For Chef Clara, Lebanese cuisine rests on fresh ingredients of quality. It has an honest style, meaning there is minimal […]

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Turkish street food: Pide 2 ways 

Published on April 9, 2025

Whether you are craving oozing cheese and meaty goodness, these boat-shaped filled breads are part and parcel of Turkish street food  Pide 2 ways Makes 6 (3 of each flavour) Ingredients 1 packet (10g) instant yeast  2 Tbsp (30ml) sugar 6 ⅔ cups (1kg) flour  1 tsp (5ml) salt 1¾ – 2 cups (430-500ml) lukewarm water  […]

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3 Baking mistakes you may be making (and how to fix them) 

Published on March 27, 2025

Ever wonder why your cakes don’t rise or your cookies flop. Learn how to fix these common baking blunders in no time.  Mistake #1: Not greasing your pans properly  Do your cakes stick to your pans like superglue? You likely have not prepped your pans properly. Preparing your pans is essential for a break-free (and […]

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The unsung heroes of baking 

Published on March 17, 2025

Explore the decadent world of custards and creams, where rich flavours and smooth textures elevate baked goods to luxury level.  So you’ve perfected your baked goods, from golden éclairs to delicate pie shells and even the tall sponge cakes. Now is the moment to use the magic of custards and creams to enrich, fill and […]

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The lowdown on tea

Published on March 12, 2025

Tea is defined as a drink made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis (tea) plant. The leaves and leaf buds are used to make several different teas such as black- (Ceylon), green- and oolong tea.   To create the distinctly different teas, the leaves are processed in various ways to unlock different flavour profiles. Other […]

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3 golden rules of pastry 

Published on March 11, 2025

From tiny tea-time bites to hearty stewed fruit pies, pastry class is in session! 5 types of pastry 1. Puff pastry A distinctively flaky pastry that puffs up when baked, suitable for savoury and sweet bakes. This pastry is made by laminating layers of butter between a flour-water mixture. Once in the oven, the butter […]

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3 ways with baked oats

Published on March 10, 2025

The perfect breakfast option when you’re craving a moreish cake-like texture, but want a filling, healthy breakfast.    Baked oats base Makes 1 ½ cup rolled oats 1 medium banana ¼ cup milk 1 egg ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt Mocha Baked Oats  Add oat base ingredients to a blender […]

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4 Tips to jazz up your cookies 

Published on March 5, 2025

Here are our favourite ways to level up your biscuit decor game.    Frost it   Lather in flavoured icing – Try one of our buttercream, royal icing or water icing recipes below.    Sprinkle Sprinkle    Once you’ve frosted your cookies, dot them with some fun themed sprinkles, perfect for parties or occasions.    Dip it   Dip the tops […]

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3 expert tips to make your best-ever milk tart 

Published on February 27, 2025

Ready to bake the ultimate milk tart for Milk Tart Day on 27 February? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie in the kitchen, these handy tips from the MyKitchen food team will have you whipping up a creamy, dreamy dessert that’s sure to steal the show.  Top tip #1: Pack the crust with […]

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3 foods to never cook in the air fryer 

Published on February 26, 2025

Air fryers seem like a magical kitchen appliance that can do no wrong, but (sadly) you can’t use them to cook everything. From soggy messes to uneven cooks, it’s best to avoid using an air fryer for these 3 foods.  1. Uncooked grains   Cooking a grain that must be submerged in water? Ditch the air […]

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