If you’re gearing up for an exam, interview, driving test or any other high-pressure situation where you need to be at your best, there’s one food that experts recommend you consume beforehand. While bananas might be the first thing that springs to mind, research suggests another fruit could significantly boost your brain power. Sweet-toothed Brits … Read more
Strawberries, raspberries, blackcurrants and blueberries often become mouldy quickly as berries have a very high water content which attracts bacteria to them, which can lead to them spoiling fast. Many summer berries, including the ever-popular blueberries are known to only last a few days before spoiling. But luckily, you can extend their shelf life by … Read more
Nothing better than eating sweet and tart blueberries in the summer, but unless stored properly they can become mushy and rotten only a few days after being bought. Blueberries spoil quickly as like most berries they have a high water content, which makes them more susceptible to bacteria and mould. The natural sugars in the … Read more
Summer berries are one of the most refreshing snacks to eat during the hot weather, but it is a big waste when they become covered in furry white mould only days after being bought. Strawberries, raspberries, blackcurrants and blueberries often become mouldy as berries have a very high water content which attracts bacteria to them, … Read more
We were all turning blue during an unusually cool spring but on the plus side it made for a bumper crop of British blueberries. Growers say the below average temperatures created the perfect growing conditions. And Hall Hunter, which provides 50 per cent of the 6,000 tonnes of UK-grown superfruit, said buying the best of … Read more
Add the ricotta, milk and egg yolks to a bowl and mix well until combined. Stir in the flour, baking powder and salt and whisk until it’s a smooth batter. Beat the egg whites in a separate bowl until they become foamy, and then fold them into the mixture. Heat some oil in a large … Read more
Strawberries as well as many other berries are known to spoil only days after being bought, which means they have to be eaten quickly otherwise they will go mushy or even mouldy. However, it turns out many people are making the mistake of keeping their berries in the plastic packaging they come in at the … Read more
284ml carton double cream 500g carton good-quality ready made custard 100g golden caster sugar 100ml / 3½ fl oz dark rum, plus 1 tbsp extra 170g packet dried berries and cherries (or same weight mix of dried cranberries, cherries, blueberries and raisins) Don’t miss… Whip the cream in a large bowl until it is softly … Read more
