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27 wild ways to take your hot chocolate from tasty to tweet-worthy
We’re doing our level best to celebrate the best of winter this month, which gives us a lot of days to make heartwarming cups of hot chocolate. But why stick with one method when there are clearly so many delicious... Continue reading
Make better homemade pasta with our tips and this easy spinach and herb recipe
Fresh, homemade pasta is one of life’s simple pleasures. But finding consensus on a pasta dough recipe is impossible. Some have olive oil, some, salt and others have both or neither. Even their egg usage varies. There are countless different... Continue reading
How to enjoy smoothies in winter and two wholesome recipes
With winter in full swing all we really want to consume are brownies, cheese-laden pastas and bread slathered in butters and jams while sitting as close to the fire as humanly possible. But keeping our health in check is certainly important.... Continue reading
7 complete steps on how to create the ultimate craft beer tasting at home
Many craft beer breweries allow you to pop in and get a professional tasting under your belt, to get a better understanding of what you’re actually drinking and how complex and diverse these beers can be. It’s pretty cool to think... Continue reading
How to make healthy yoghurt with the easy-to-use Severin Yoghurt Maker
Yoghurt is healthy, isn’t it? It’s meant to be, but pick up a tub of yoghurt in the supermarket and have a look at the label – fructose, corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, gelatin, artificial flavours, colourants and preservatives are just a few... Continue reading
How to choose a spiraliser
These days, it seems like everywhere you look someone is spiralising something. There are more spiral-making tools than you might know what to do with, so if the sheer variety is overwhelming you, this might help. Here’s our guide on... Continue reading
Watch these 3 clever Christmas hacks from Franck Dangereux
Got 5 minutes to spare and want to be 3 Christmas hacks wiser? Renowned chef and host of our festive online course, Franck Dangereux has a wealth of knowledge on how to up your game in the kitchen, plus he’s so... Continue reading
How to choose the right Nespresso machine for you
Nespresso offers consistently top notch coffee at the touch of a button. The secret lies in their 19 bar high pressure extraction system, that releases the fresh aromas and rich coffee blend flavours. We love their innovative designs and ease... Continue reading
5 easy guidelines for better coffee
Did you know that coffee beans have a broader spectrum of flavours than wine grapes? It’s no wonder there are so many things that affect the delicate flavour of coffee. So, if your cuppa is currently getting you down, here... Continue reading
5 tips on how to plate beautifully
If you have ever watched Masterchef, you will know that great food is eaten with the mouth and the eyes. A dish that doesn’t look appealing takes away from the dining experience. Want to make your meals look as good as they... Continue reading