Buying a Christmas Gift for Someone Who Loves their Kitchen

Cooking Equipment

For people who love food and cooking, a present for their kitchen could well be top of their list this Christmas. A present of this nature will show that you’re thoughtful and have really put some consideration into their interests. Here are some of out top ideas for the foodie in your life in 2016: …

A Quick Guide to Steaming Vegetables

Cooking Techniques

Steaming your vegetables is a quick and simple process. You can get food on the table in no time at all, and it will still remain tasty and nutritious. In order to get the best results from steaming, there are a few things you should think about. What are you going to use for your …

Simple Changes for Healthier Meals

Cooking Techniques

It can be very easy to eat too many foods containing high amounts of fat and sugar, especially if eating takeaways and ready meals. Eating more healthily is about making lifestyle changes, finding ways to replace your unhealthy habits with healthy ones. Here are some inventive ideas to help you swap everyday unhealthy foods with …

Making Your Own Pasta From Scratch

Recipes

It can be very rewarding to make your own pasta. It can be a little fiddly, but overall, the recipe isn’t difficult and you will get the hang of making it very quickly. Ingredients 1 large egg 100g pasta flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Method Combine the flour and salt. Beat the egg, then mix it …

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 …