Sophie Trueman, in-house food waste expert at Too Good To Go, explained: “Bread is undoubtedly one of the products that is not usually missing on the table of almost all households. “However, despite being an essential part of our diet, more and more kilos are being wasted. All the kilos of bread that are released … Read more
Bread is a quintessential pantry staple in nearly every household, however, it does not have the best shelf life. Finishing a loaf of bread before it goes off can sometimes pose a challenge, but there are ways of ensuring it stays fresh for longer using simple hacks. Any moisture exposure to bread can allow mould … Read more
White bread has long been vilified as one of the unhealthiest bread options. But one surgeon has a surprising hack make it healthier without compromising its taste. According to a TikTok posted by NHS surgeon Dr Karan Rajan, with just a bit of time, you can make it a lot healthier for you. Dr Rajan … Read more
The tantalising aroma of freshly-baked bread is undeniably one of the most comforting scents to fill your home, and devouring it while it’s still warm is an even greater pleasure. Crafting homemade bread from scratch can often seem daunting, particularly when faced with the laborious task of kneading dougha process that can be both physically … Read more
Every household typically has a loaf of bread, be it homemade or store-bought but keeping it fresh for an extended period can be quite challenging. Shop-bought bread usually goes within one week, while homemade bread goes off even quicker in just days. Despite many resorting to complex storage techniques such as refrigerating wrapped and boxed … Read more
Tiger Brands, a prominent player in the food industry, says the South African peanut-butter category accounts for 50% (R1.7bn) of the total South African spreads market. This market, which excludes margarine, is worth R3.4bn. Black Cat peanut butter top of the shelf Due to the high demand, Tiger Brands has invested R300 million in a … Read more
Bread is a pantry staple that can be seen in most households, and while its versatility has no limits, it unfortunately does not have the longest shelf life. Thankfully, a food safety expert has shared her tips on how to keep bread fresh for longer. It is easy to spot when bread goes off as … Read more
Although Loblaw has now reinstated its popular 50 per cent discounts on perishable food, some customers say they still feel shortchanged. That’s because more than 100 Real Canadian Superstores owned by Loblaw continue to discount all food nearing its best-before date by only 30 per cent. “I was disappointed,” said Kim Siever when he recently visited his … Read more
“The bread does not dry and does not mould for 2-3 weeks,” she claimed. While bread bins, plastic wraps and linen cloths are popular remedies to keep loaves fresh, they are usually ineffective at extending the shelf life of bread for more than a few days. The freezer, on the other hand, is the perfect … Read more
Every time I turn on my TV, there’s yet another cake competition to create the most elaborate, gravity-defying gateau with the most unusual frosting flavour. Muffins fresh out of the oven. Home baking has taken off in Hong Kong in recent years. Photo: Shutterstock Online, the algorithms have determined I have an interest in food … Read more
