Professional kitchen tricks you wish you knew sooner
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…
Ways to save your cooking mistakes
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…
3 tips for a delicious coffee brew at home
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. …
3 tips to make the perfect burger
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…
Meal Prep 101
This is one fad that’s been around for quite a while, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. If you’ve always wanted to give it a try but have been unsure as to where to begin, we’ve got some tips on how to meal prep like the best of them.
Words from a wonderful (if not slightly over-bearing) host on the perfect dinner party
I love entertaining. My mum has trained me, from an almost concerning age, to be the most wonderful (if not slightly over-bearing) host. I never run out of ice. I always remember that my granny is allergic to avocado and although she’s not allergic to raisins, she truly despises them. I know that good red wine should be served slightly chilled and not, as the lowly heathens say, at ‘room temperature.’ I own a superb array of napkins and my cheesecake has been known to soothe even the most cantankerous dinner guests. Here are my trusted tips to making a dinner party as light, decadent and impressive as a perfectly-baked soufflé.
Heartburn
A burning question: How to prevent heartburn
That dreaded fiery burn that comes to pester you after a meal is enough to make you swear off spicy flavours and any drink that worsens the heart burning effects. Although there are common culprits who are to blame for the discomfort, there are also easy lifestyle remedies that can help ease the pain.
Save on special offers
Know when to splurge and still balance your budget
It’s usually a bright, red banner and the writing is in bold - the coveted (and dreaded) special offer signs decorating the supermarket’s entrance. Of course, grabbing items at a lowered price is great for your wallet, but what about buying products just for the sake of buying them, without any real need? It’s all about staying level-headed and making smart choices.
Hygge + lagom
Musings inspired by the Scandinavians
Take a quick search of hygge on the internet and you’ll find thousands of images of cosy fires, cups of hot chocolate and fluffy blankets. This Danish word (pronounced ‘hoo-guh’) takes centre-stage as a way of life when it comes to mindful living. But as 2017 is still trying to grasp this foreign word, there is already a new kid on the block: the Swedish lagom, where life is all about finding the perfect balance. So, from the comfort of hygge to the balance of lagom, let’s see what the Scandinavians are trying to tell us about living a healthy, fulfilling life.
eggs
An egg-cellent question: What’s the deal with eggs?
What would our baked goods be without the binding power of an egg? What would breakfast be without that scrambled or fried egg on toast? Eggs are pretty awesome, yet there’s still debate as to whether or not this versatile protein source is a healthy part of our diets.