Test kitchen
Common cookie problems and how to avoid them
They say baking is an art, but what it really is, is a science. With art you can learn a certain amount of skill but what you really need is talent. Baking is a world of measurements, so when the... Continue reading
What makes a good knife and why it’s so worth having
If exploring and learning through kitchen adventures is like a visit to Narnia, then a good knife is the wardrobe that gets you there. Quite simply, it’s impossible to enjoy the experience without this element that transforms the ordinary cooking... Continue reading
A salt slab will change the way you cook: here’s why you should try it
Salt has come a long way in its relationship to cooking. From iodised table salt, to crystals and even fine flakes – finding the perfect salty cooking companion seems a never ending journey. But there’s a new kid on the block... Continue reading
How it works: Philips Avance Juicer
Buying an appliance for a specific task is often a choice of time. You can make bread in a bread maker or you can mix and prep everything yourself, leave the dough to rise then punch it back down and... Continue reading
How it works: Oscar Juicer
There are a myriad of powerful machines that all have their own unique way of whizzing fruit, veggies and grasses into liquid. The Oscar Juicer is one of the most popular amongst serious juice junkies for the high nutritional yield it promises... Continue reading
How it works: Yuppiechef Herb Scissors
There are scissors, and then there are herb scissors. Cooking with fresh herbs is a wonderful thing (it can be the difference between good and great food), but prepping them can be somewhat of a task. A good pair of herb scissors... Continue reading
Breville, Oscar and Philips: we put three juicers to the test
You’re inspired to juice. Maybe it’s because it’s the only way you can get in all your greens. Or you like a little detox whenever the fancy strikes you, or maybe you just like to have a juice in the fridge that no-one... Continue reading
Why cauliflower just became your new best friend
It doesn’t look like much and many of us turned our noses up at it as kids, but cauliflower has slowly turned its image around, making it the wunderkind of the low-carb lovers. But no matter what you eat, there’s... Continue reading
Ditch the carbs with this complete guide to veggie noodles
No matter what diet you follow, we can all agree that the more veggies you eat, the better, right? Veggie noodles are a popular trend, especially for those eating Banting and Paleo diets. But since it’s a delicious way to... Continue reading
Masticating vs centrifugal: what’s up with all this juice jargon?
Great, so you’re keen to jump on the juice bandwagon but all the different kinds of juicers have you all in a fizz. Masticating or centrifugal – which is better, which should you choose and what do they really mean? Here’s... Continue reading