Alfresco Magic
Welcome in summer with an alfresco picnic…… As the days draw longer, the nights less cold and the lambs turn into sheep, the season changes from spring to summer. We spe…Read More
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The Joys of English Muffins!
Let’s dismiss any preconceived judgements of the humble English muffin for a moment. With an ever growing need for a ‘quick bite’ – be it breakfast, lunch, or otherwise – in our…Read More
Storybook Picnic
A Woodcutter’s Picnic… Life is so short, and in the everyday hustle and bustle, cooking (and even eating sometimes!) becomes simply just another task, another box to check off. …Read More
Al Fresco Picnic
Tucked away in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, you’ll find the Aden Country Park – the ideal venue for a beautiful Al Fresco Picnic. This former mansion, now a ruin, belonged to the Russ…Read More
Easily Scoop out Squash Seeds
Easily scoop out squash seeds Remove seeds from vegetables such as squash and pumpkin with an ice cream scoop. Because the edge of the scoop is sharp, it cuts through the fiber…Read More
Easy-Peel Squash and Pumpkin
If you love roasting winter squash like Butternut, Delicata, etc but dread peeling and cutting it (or fear losing a finger), here’s a great tip. Pierce the skin of th…Read More
Lemon Freeze
Got an abundance of lemons? Freeze them to add to your water jug. Simply slice lemons into fairly thick slices, discarding both ends. Arrange the lemon slices on a baking t…Read More
Keep Tomatoes Fresh
Store tomatoes stem end down to keep them from spoiling as quickly. This prevents air from entering and moisture from exiting the scar where the tomato once at…Read More
Keep Your Glassware Sparkling
Water spots on the glassware. . . . never a welcome sight! For a simple rinse agent, add 1/2 cup of white vinegar to your dishwasher, just before starting. It helps reduce…Read More
Mint in a Cocktail? Smack It First!
Just throwing a sprig into your drink doesn’t do anything — you’ve got to smack it first! Tossing a sprig of mint into your cocktail, or water jug, won’t add flavor,…Read More
Trick to Determine Whether an Avocado Is Ripe Inside
Isn’t it disappointing to cut into an avocado you’ve been nurturing to perfect ripeness only to find a brown, slimy mess inside? Here’s a simple, foolp…Read More