Food and Cooking Tips
- Angie Hardwick
- Jan 13, 2021
Wonderful Winter Warmers (Britains Favourite Winter Dishes)
Though the weather outside is frightful, the food inside is absolutely delightful. Yes, winter has arrived and along with it comes a wonderful selection of wholesome dishes. For us, this chilly season is all about the food. From classic beef stew to homemade soup, it's time to stop watching that waistline, and indulge in some hearty British fare ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Nov 26, 2020
English Breakfast Day
Who doesn’t love a deliciously traditional English breakfast? Whether your favourite part is succulent sausage, perfectly crispy bacon or a side of tasty toast with a smidge of marmalade, everyone enjoys this classic spread. Otherwise known as a fry up, we celebrate this true national treasure of a dish on 2nd December – which is ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Nov 19, 2020
Flavoured Oil - the Perfect Gift
Flavoured oils are an exciting and simple way of adding an extra layer of yummy goodness to dishes. They can be used during the cooking process, to add flavour whilst frying ingredients to ensure that they are infused throughout the dish, or alternatively can be provided on the table, allowing dinner guests to add an extra kick to their meals, with ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Sep 16, 2020
The Ultimate Guide to Indian Spice Boxes
No matter if you are a budding chef, own a restaurant or are just looking to “spice up” your kitchen, your cooking space will not be complete without an Indian Spice box. Originally called a ‘Masala Dabba’, Indian Spice Boxes are made from stainless steel containers and usually have seven compartments to hold the most ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Aug 20, 2020
Which Kitchen Thermometer? (Cooking the professional way)
In any professional kitchen, the tools you use are of vital importance. These might be the freshest ingredients, the best cookers, and importantly the perfect kitchen thermometer to make sure that every single dish you create is up to the desired temperature. When it comes to choosing a kitchen thermometer, there are many different types and styles ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Jul 28, 2020
Everything you need to know about Tawas
What is a Tawa?
A Tawa – also know as a Tava, saj, or tapa – is the name for a cooking pan similar in appearance to a wok. They are commonly used across Asia, but can also be found in the cuisine of the Balkans and even the Caribbean.
The name is derived from a number of words in Indo-Aryan languages that mean ‘cooking ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Feb 20, 2020
Jam Making Equipment List
Jam is a British favourite, whether it’s splashed over toast or delicately balanced on a scone. While strawberry jam often takes the crown as the most popular flavour here in the UK, the number of options out there seem endless. Plus, to add yet more variety to the jam menu, more people than ever are indulging in the delight of making their ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Dec 11, 2019
Which pizza pan is the best option for me?
There are few things more satisfying than a delicious, pizza fresh from the oven. Still, there’s always that tense moment as you cut into the pizza, waiting to hear that crunch that tells you the crust is cooked to perfection. The best way to ensure this is to use a top-quality pizza pan. Here’s our guide to choosing the perfect pizza ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Nov 25, 2019
6 Festive Cocktail Recipes to Enjoy this Christmas
The season to be jolly brings with it plenty of opportunity to make merry with friends and family. Whether you’re celebrating the festivities with a workplace Christmas party or enjoying a more intimate gathering at home, there’s one thing you definitely need to make the season a success – festive Christmas drinks.
Festive ...
- Angie Hardwick
- Sep 25, 2018
Britain’s Favourite Meals - 10 Most Popular Dinners
British food favourites are a matter of heated debate. Whoever you speak to, you’ll get a different answer, so this list is probably going to cause some chefs and connoisseurs to argue amongst themselves. However, we’ve put together the top 10 British dishes you’ll find in these windy isles – feel free to disagree about the ...