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NewsletterIt’s delicious, invigorating and even good for you — but are you brewing it right? Make the perfect pot of coffee with this straightforward guide to your cafetière. Why opt for cafetière coffee? Coffee brewed in a cafetière is infused, like tea, rather than being forced through under high pressure as espressos are. This means […]
How to: lamb
Cuts of lamb Leg A whole leg is ideal for serving large numbers, and yields plenty of lean, tender meat. It can be divided into two joints (the fillet end has the best flavour). Shoulder Roasting joint that is inexpensive because it carries a little more fat. The bone running through the centre makes it […]
Lunchbox troubles: picky eaters
Although pediatric nutrition experts agree that “picky eating” is a normal rite of passage for young children, it can make meal planning a tricky task for parents eager to make sure their little ones are eating well-balanced meals. There are several reasons that children might refuse to eat new foods, or suddenly decide they don’t […]
How to: sterilise jars
Sterilising glass jars is crucial in order to safely preserve jams, marmalades, jellies or chutneys. Buy new jars each time and, once you have used the lids once, buy new lids. Never use the same lids twice. Inspect your glass jars for scratches, chips or cracks. They must be in pristine condition. Preheat your oven […]
Get to know your…. BBQ cooking times
Food Thickness/weight Approximate cooking time Chicken fillets 170g 10-12 minutes over direct medium heat (180˚-230˚C), turning once Chicken drumsticks, bone-in 100g 8-10 minutes over direct medium heat (180˚-230˚C), turning once, then 30 minutes over indirect medium heat Chicken thighs, bone-in 170g 8-10 minutes over direct medium heat (180˚-230˚C), turning once, then 30-35 minutes over indirect […]
10 foods you didn’t know you could cook in your sandwich press
Pancakes – they end up an unusual, waffle-like shape, but your pancakes will cook quickly and easily on your sandwich press. Just make sure to spray the plates thoroughly with cooking spray before you begin. Vegetables – try sliced aubergines, peppers, courgettes, mushrooms or onions. Halloumi – pair this with some of those grilled veggies […]
How to: Doughnuts
Makes 12 Combine the following ingredients in a large bowl: 500g strong white flour, 50g caster sugar, 40g butter, 2 eggs, 2 x 7g sachets instant yeast, 150ml warm milk and 130ml water. Stir until a dough forms, then knead to combine. Transfer to a work surface dusted with flour and knead for 10 minutes […]
How to: Apple crumble
Peel, core and slice 5 large green apples. Place in a bowl with 10g caster sugar, ½ tsp ground cinnamon and 2 tbsp lemon juice. Mix to combine and transfer to a baking dish. Prepare the crumble ingredients: 225g plain flour, 90g oats, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 165g caster sugar and 225g cold, cubed […]
Our handy guide to tasting wine like a pro
What does it mean to “taste” wine? Wine tasting is based on a combination of aromas (the smells brought in though your nose) and flavours (what you actually taste). The problem is that there are no “primary aromas”; odours do not elicit universal names, like colours do (green, blue etc.). Because of this, we need […]
How to: Fresh herbs
Storing fresh herbs Pick herbs that are bright green and crisp with no bruising. You should be able to smell them with your nose about 6cm away. Snip the base of the stems, just like a bouquet of flowers, and place in a glass with an inch of water. Don’t overcrowd them; separate into two glasses […]