You probably already guessed, rightly, that the Victoria sponge cake is named after Queen Victoria. It was part of her teatime tradition. Though sponge cakes were first made fluffier and lighter by adding eggs, it is the invention of baking powder in 1843 that made them popular. The Victoria sponge cake is probably the most … Read more
There are a dozen ways you can tweak a coffee and walnut cake to get different results from a light spongy cake to a moist and dense one that fills you up in a single wedge. You can also play around with different icings depending on whether you want a fancy flourish to your cake … Read more
Brunch is typically associated with comfort foods like pancakes, bacon, coffee cake and biscuits and gravy. If you are looking for something equally soul-comforting but lighter, why not try a soup? Here is a cheeky brunch recipe. A bowl of soup is the ultimate comfort dish. It’s also easy to prepare and goes perfectly with … Read more
The usual way to make meatball sandwiches involves placing cheese on top of the cooked meatballs and closing the bread over them. It’s a delicious recipe. If you take your cheese more seriously than most people, you can take this recipe to a whole new level by stuffing the cheese inside the meatball. It makes … Read more
If you want something different from your usual pancakes, these blueberry cornbread pancakes have a uniquely rich texture and taste. It’s also much more filling than your usual wheat flour pancakes; just one or two with a cup of coffee is enough for a satisfying breakfast. You can serve the pancakes with syrup but it’s … Read more
Gas vs induction cooking, what’s better? Gas stoves have been used a lot longer than induction cooktops. They are the automatic choice for most people looking for a new cooktop for their kitchen. But induction cooking has become more popular in recent decades. It offers many advantages over a traditional gas hob. If you are … Read more
A classic Moscow Mule has three ingredients: vodka, lime juice and ginger beer. It’s then garnished with a lime wedge and chilled with ice cubes. If you are not a stickler for traditions, you can try other variations of this recipe including the Kentucky mule (swap vodka for bourbon), a Mexican mule (tequila instead of … Read more
I love margaritas, whether on the rocks or as a rock…sort of. I’m talking about margarita popsicles. They are great for cooling down in the summer. They do require a bit more time and preparation than a regular margarita cocktail but they are worth it. You can whip up your own Margarita Popsicle recipe using … Read more
A pan or grill doesn’t allow for the precise cooking that a perfect uniformly done steak requires. Because the heat spreads so fast inside outer layers of the meat, you get a juicy medium center, a beautiful browned crust but an unappealing gray section just on the inside. You’ve probably seen these grey bands when … Read more
The most exciting part of eating a crème brûlée is the crispy caramelized top. The rasping sound of the spoon breaking through the crust already gets my mouth watering. Eating it is even better. Most crème brûlée recipes call for using a blowtorch to get that perfect almost-burnt finish. The high heat from the flame … Read more
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