Published on February 10, 2025

Turn a simple cup of sugar into liquid gold, then set to create amber glass shards, spin into a pile of sugar wires or whisk in butter to create a thick, silky soft sauce. Next stop, dessert maestro!  Spun sugar  The goal is to create thin-as-possible strands, but don’t worry if you have an occasional […]

Published on February 4, 2025

We let you in on the cheat code to mastering various forms of chocolate and more.    Double boiler = best friend  It is always safest to melt chocolate, reheat caramel or cook a hollandaise sauce over a double boiler. This is because the heat isn’t direct, meaning you can manage it better. Although it may […]

Published on January 29, 2025

Who says your summer party must cost a fortune? Try these three handy tips to host your summer soirée – without the hefty price tag!  Make it a potluck party  Are you having a sit-down dinner party? Ask each of your guests to bring one dish to share with everyone. Just make sure you keep […]

Published on January 26, 2025

Say goodbye to last-minute take-aways and hello to yummy and stress-free meals all week long! These tips will save you time and money (and your sanity) when you learn how to meal prep like a pro.    Prepare for your weekly meal-prep day  Planning your meals is just as crucial as cooking your dishes. Over the […]

Published on January 26, 2025

Don’t let those leftovers go to waste when you can turn them into something even better! Here are three ways that you can give those delicious leftovers new life. Not only will it reduce food wastage, but you can save time and (most importantly) your grocery budget.   Breathe new life into your meals Your extra […]

Published on January 24, 2025

Spoonfuls of flavour await in our saucy segment that’s all about coulis and compotes.   Compote  This is the term used to describe a delicious chunky sauce made using chopped or whole pieces of fruit. The fruit is added to a pot along with sugar and simmered gently until it breaks down into a pulpy, luscious […]

Published on January 17, 2025

We put our new found dumpling-making skills to the test and created our favourite pockets of flavour.     Hot water dumpling dough  Makes about 400g The boiling water denatures some of the protein in the flour, preventing a strong gluten network from forming when kneading the dough. This makes it easier to work with and to roll […]

Published on January 16, 2025

Tina says the best way to make your own dumplings is to make an occasion of it – gather friends and family, assign tasks and freeze the extras. We asked her expert advice on how to throw the perfect potsticker party.  The wrapper  Always have a protein in your dough (like an egg or protein […]

Published on January 15, 2025

Beat the heat this January with this delicious and healthy berry blitz smoothie recipe. Berry blitz smoothie  Serves 1  Add 1 cup frozen mixed berries to a blender along with 1 frozen sliced banana, 1 cup low-fat yoghurt and 2 Tbsp chia seeds. Blend for 30 seconds until smooth and thick. Pour into a glass […]

Published on January 6, 2025

A well-balanced salad should have at least 3 of these flavour components.  Beetroot and mackerel salad  Serves 2  The ‘little black dress’ of salads, this tasty combo can be dressed up or down. When hosting, serve with dainty ruby micro herbs, spring onion curls and some toasted pumpkin seeds.    Divide 100g Asian leaf salad mix […]