How to stop bread from going mouldy or stale and keep it fresh for longer

Bread can sometimes be tossed onto a kitchen countertop without a second thought, but knowing how to preserve it can help you cut down on waste and save money on your food shopping.  Keeping bread fresh is a delicate balance, as it needs to retain its moisture to prevent it from going stale but too … Read more

The best things to eat and drink at the Denver Christkindlmarket

The holiday cup of cheer overfloweth here in the Mile High City. Proof? You could go to a new Christmas pop-up bar in the Denver metro every day between now and Christmas and still not hit them all up. Rosol with a dumpling in it from the Pierogis Factory. (Brittany Anas, Special to The Denver … Read more

I tried five flavoured Irish creams – and the cheapest won by far

Flavoured Irish cream liqueurs have gained popularity in recent years, with supermarkets offering a huge variety of flavours. I recently tried flavoured beverages from Marks and Spencer, Asda and Aldi to see how they compared to one another. Tiramisu Irish cream The tiramisu beverage was purchased from Marks and Spencer for £9 for a 500ml … Read more

How to make Jamie Oliver’s quick avocado and bacon eggy crumpets – recipe

Jamie Oliver has combined crumpets with eggs, bacon and avocado to make his delicious recipe. However, as with all meals made by the British chef, there are some mouthwatering additions. For instance, in this fabulous brunchtime (or lunchtime) meal, there’s a minty jalapeño dressing to be enjoyed. Jamie Oliver said: “Now these are crumpets like … Read more

Poking hack that makes ‘perfect’ fried eggs hailed ‘genius’ by internet users

Though flipping eggs may seem the most logical approach to making your sunny side-ups extra crispy, some cooking experts believe otherwise. Chefs across TikTok have long insisted that the temperature of the oil is crucial for achieving crispy edges. Now, they’re proposing poking the egg white instead. This is what content creator Hailee Catalano (@haileecatalano) explained … Read more

Game of Thrones-themed wine, lower alcohol content: French winemakers try new tactics to combat falling sales – are they working?

So the wine industry is striking back with a marketing and branding drive worthy of Madison Avenue – a street in New York synonymous with the advertising industry. Tyrion Lannister (Peter Dinklage) pours wine in a still from “Game of Thrones”. One Bordeaux winemaker found success with a “Games of Thrones”-themed line of wines. Photo: … Read more

How to make delicious brussels sprouts: Mary Berry shares her one top ingredient

Brussels sprouts are sometimes a controversial side dish, but there are a few ways to make them perfectly buttery and delicious. However, many people often pass on this green veggie at the dinner table, as while traditional during the holiday season they can taste very bitter. Cooking Brussels sprouts in fat will make them much … Read more

How to make ‘perfect’ scrambled eggs in only 20 seconds

Kelly said: “They need a lot of whisking. We want a lot of air in these eggs to make them fluffy. Then we’re going to do a nice salt and pepper all over to keep it simple”. Next, bring a non-stick pan to a medium-high heat. Let the pan heat up before placing the egg … Read more

Chef’s ‘genius’ silky smooth soup has just three-ingredients – how to cook

Soup is a loved dish by many, after all, there are so many vegetables that can be added to it to give incredible flavours. While the majority of people tend to buy soup from supermarkets, cooking it from scratch isn’t as hard as it seems. Take this three-ingredient soup recipe, for example, you most likely … Read more

Best UK city for hot chocolate lovers named – but isn’t in England | Travel News | Travel

Nothing beats a nice warm cup of hot chocolate topped with a healthy dollop of whipped cream and plenty of marshmallows on a cold winter’s night. No matter how good a homemade cup of cocoa is, it is hard to replicate the magic of a store-bought festive hot chocolate. With Christmas under two weeks away, … Read more