Cooking Tips

Onions are pretty much a staple in every meal I ever cook – which means I used to spend a lot of cooking time barely able to see! I really wanted to know how to chop onions without crying – and a bet a lot of other people do too – so read on for … Read more

Creamy mashed potatoes to go with just about every single meal under the sun – that’s the dream right there! If you are lactose intolerant or just don’t like milk, you may be wondering how to make mashed potatoes without milk. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with that. How To Make Mashed Potatoes Without … Read more

A kitchen blowtorch is a very handy little tool; great for both cooking and improving the aesthetics of your food. But what can you use instead of kitchen blowtorch, if you don’t have one? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered – read on for our handy tips on what to do if you don’t have … Read more

Pancakes are a brilliant snack, or even a full meal (depending on how many you like to eat at one time, that is!) But, making them can sometimes be a little frustrating. If you find yourself howling, “Why are my pancakes sticking to the griddle?” then you are far from alone! Let’s look at the … Read more

When you want mashed potatoes, you want them smooth, creamy and fluffy – not filled with lumps like school dinner mash! Can you mash potatoes without a masher? Yes, you can indeed – and it’s much easier than you might imagine, and gives great results. Can You Mash Potatoes Without A Masher In a word, … Read more

A chopping board is one of those essential pieces of kitchen kit that you tend to use on a daily basis, at least. How to clean chopping board when you’re using it all day, every day? Let’s look into the different types of chopping board there are, and the different types of cleaning techniques and … Read more

The kitchen bin can be a pretty disgusting place, right? It’s a place of grimness and unpleasant smells – so how to stop kitchen bin smelling? You’ll be relieved to hear that we have some great ideas for you on how to stop your kitchen bin from being the most disgusting place in your house! … Read more

When the bin is past its best, how do you dispose of it? In other words, where is the bin for the bin? Here’s a good few ideas about what to do with old kitchen bin? If your bin is on the way out, this is the article for you – we’re going to explore … Read more

If you’re bored of wooden spoons and want to get a bit more 21st century, you may be wondering “Can I use a silicone spatula for cooking?” The answer is yes, of course you can. It’s actually a great way of stirring, scraping and mixing, and there are advantages to them over other utensils. Read … Read more