Do you remember a few years ago when bread makers were the number one desired item in the kitchen? Endorsed by celebrity bakers, and offering a multitude of settings, we were told that these marvellous creations would see the public waking up to freshly made bread every morning …
I recently learnt two new terms from my eldest daughter; plotter and Pantser! Whilst working on a text in English, her teacher grouped famous writers into a plotter or pantser section. Apparently, plotters decide what they will write beforehand, whereas pantsers simply go for it, letting the writing …
I like to keep abreast of political issues, especially when it comes to those involving food and, more so, children health. That’s why a few months back, UK politics caught my interest when a debate raged up surrounding school meals. In the UK, a huge proportion of school …
Britain have a TV series on Channel 4, called Come Dine With Me. This popular reality/food show has been successfully running for over a decade now, and continues to broadcast every week day. The premise sounds simple; 5 strangers equals 5 nights of dining. However, the reality leaves …
As a Chef, there are many times when I must work late and through the evenings. Unfortunately, it is a requirement of the job. So, when I do get a night off, I make sure we are all able to get together as a family and enjoy uninterrupted …
One of my weaknesses is chicken fried rice. Though I don’t tend to use takeaways that much, when I do I am always partial to Chinese food and this dish. Having scoured ways of trying to recreate the perfect chicken fried rice of my own, I have finally …
In our utility room sits a huge chest freezer. This is perhaps one of my more expensive of kitchen items but, nevertheless, it was worth every penny! Though, some people often feel cheated when they spot this. It’s almost as though by me making use of, and indeed …
One of the best reasons to take a trip somewhere is simply to ease your mind. People may think that vacations or journeys to somewhere new have to be about entertainment or excitement, whereas in fact some of the most successful trips that you can take in order …
If you’re planning a road trip anytime soon, that means that you have to have the right vehicle for the job at hand. And, if you haven’t thought about it too much before, you don’t want to end up surprised at the last moment when you can’t fit …
You’ve said yes, set the date, booked the marriage service, now what about your wedding entertainment? What is going to make your wedding reception that memorable conclusion to the perfect day? You and your wedding guests want something to remember for the rest of your lives, right? Whether …