Cooking Knives – a Breakdown of the Different Types

Cooking Equipment

Chefs and ambitious cooks alike will probably have many different types of knife. They’re one of the most integral pieces of cooking equipment and will serve a multitude of purposes. The one you select will depend entirely on what you’re cooking and how it needs to be prepared. Here is a summary of the different …

Choosing the Right Hob for your Kitchen

Cooking Equipment

There are four main types of hob: gas, electric, ceramic and induction. Each one has its own advantages and disadvantages, and much of the decision process when buying a new hob will depend on your personal preferences. Cases can be made for each kind so weighing it up in your own mind is essential. Here …

How to Cook Eggs Benedict

Cooking Techniques

Eggs Benedict is a delicious breakfast dish consisting of poached eggs and Hollandaise sauce on top of a sliced muffin. There is usually some kind of meat used on top of the muffins as well, often ham, bacon or salmon. For a vegetarian alternative, try large sliced field or portobello mushrooms. Of course, the key …

How to Cook Rice to Make it Light and Fluffy

Cooking Techniques

Cooking rice to perfection can be a difficult skill to master. It’s easy for it to come out slightly undercooked, or at the other end of the spectrum, overcooked, stodgy and sticky. Follow our guide to help you cook light, fluffy rice every time. Rinse the rice thoroughly first to get rid of any excess …

Getting a Good Deal on Kitchen Appliances

Cooking Equipment

Following Christmas, everybody is a little bit short of money. It’s even more important to make sure that you’re able to get good deals, otherwise your money just isn’t going to go as far in the month of January. Here are some tips for finding yourself cheap cooking equipment: Look around for sales. January has …