Published on June 14, 2024

Frying meat that has a fat layer, such as steak, doesn’t need more than salt and pepper to be exquisite – if cooked right. There’s one pitfall many people see: the all-important fat is forgotten when cooked. Here’s how to render (cook out) the fat while adding tons of flavour to your steak!  Step 1: […]

Published on June 14, 2024

Making pastry from scratch changes your end product entirely, and this recipe doesn’t have to include hours of folding, rolling and shaping to give you that classic, crispy-layered buttery flakes that it’s known for.  Cheat’s rough-puff pastry  Makes about 400g  Rough puff pastry is super easy to make because the idea is to not blend […]

Published on June 14, 2024

Adding butter to dishes not only adds flavour, but helps with the caramelisation process in cooking. Remember, butter burns quite quickly so keep some lemon juice on stand-by.   Why it works  Caramelisation is a cooking reaction that intensifies flavour. It also adds a hint of nutty sweetness that compliments savoury dishes very well.  Our forever-favourite […]

Published on June 6, 2024

Poached eggs are the epitome of a restaurant-level brunch or brekkie. The trick to bring this elevated egg to your own stove is creating a vinegar bath.  Get it perfect, every time:  To achieve the perfect poached egg, crack one into a small ramekin or bowl and cover entirely with vinegar (between ¼ and 1/3 […]

Published on June 6, 2024

Tricks of the trade that you never knew you needed.  Skin in the game  How to get crispy fish skin without it getting stuck to a pan!  The pan: Place a square of baking paper on the heated oil in the pan. Top with another drop of oil and fry fish skin-side down on top […]

Published on June 6, 2024

Don’t let a single mistake keep you from serving something glorious! Here’s how to save what you might think is a total fail.  Fix over-whipped eggs  Oh no! You’ve put in too much elbow grease and deflated egg whites so now they’ve got water at the bottom of mixture. This means your protein bonds in […]

Published on June 5, 2024

You don’t need to go to a coffee shop for a delicious morning brew. Unlock the secrets of making your perfect cup of coffee at home with these great tips.   Froth your milk   Want to make you regular to-go latte order at home? Yes, please! Add some foam to your cuppa by frothing your […]

Published on June 5, 2024

Get ready to impress your friends (and your taste buds). From ingredient choices to technique, here are three ways to take your burger from ordinary to extraordinary.  Choose the right meat  When it comes to burgers, choosing the right meat is crucial. The more fat there is in the meat, the juicier and more delicious […]

Published on May 24, 2024

Being a good baker is all about having a trustworthy recipe, but most of all about being precise.  Always use a scale.   Weighing out ingredients, rather than using cup measures, is the best way to keep ingredients precise. It also helps deliver a consistent bake.   Use room temperature ingredients   (unless otherwise stated in […]

Published on May 23, 2024

Here are five ways to get the best out of your used coffee grounds: Fertiliser  Coffee grounds are full of plant-loving nutrients such as nitrogen, iron and calcium. Sprinkle used grounds over your flower beds or pot plants before watering. The increased nutrients will also attract earthworms, which contribute to soil stability, aeration and drainage.  […]