We all love a bit of culinary creativity in the kitchen, whipping up a storm, indulging in our favourite treats, or lending a hand with a dish. But the last thing anyone wants is the sting of lemon acid in a cut or under our nails. Luckily, people on X, formerly Twitter, recently learned how … Read more
The “best recipe” for scrumptious, comforting baked potatoes requires just four simple ingredients, a food blogger has revealed. Ali, a long-time foodie and creator of the recipe website Gimme Some Oven, offers top tips on jazzing up the traditional British staple. Here’s what you’ll need. According to Ali, one type of potato stands out above … Read more
Whether cooking, or making a cocktail, sometimes we all have to juice a lemon. After all, the zesty liquid can add an instant zing to all sorts of dishes and drinks. The only snag is squeezing all the liquid out can be a bit of a slog. From getting it all over your hands, to … Read more
We all adore cake, don’t we? The delightful dessert is a staple at any celebration, be it a birthday bash or a wedding. Yet, the somewhat less enjoyable part usually comes post-candle blowing, a time when every guest expects their share of the cake. And we all know slicing it up can be a bit … Read more
A millionaire Russian businessman sentenced in Boston to nine years in jail for a massive stock market hacking scheme was freed in this week’s prisoner swap, and his local lawyer says he may not have to pay restitution. Vladislav Klyushin, 42, of Moscow, who has ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin and the country’s military … Read more
Fed up of your lettuce wilting so soon after buying it? One woman has a neat trick to make it last longer. TikTok user Chantel Mila has shared a handy video on how to prolong the life of your favourite fruit and veg using several simple methods. “Wrap lettuce in a paper towel to absorb … Read more
Data from Walt Disney’s internal Slack workplace collaboration system have been leaked online, including those related to ad campaigns, studio technology and interview candidates, the Wall Street Journal reported Monday. Hacking group NullBulge published data from thousands of Slack channels at the entertainment giant including computer code and details about unreleased projects, the report said, citing the group’s blog post. The … Read more
A salt and pepper shaker hack shows how you don’t even need to shake them when seasoning your food. A video explaining the trick has been shared on TikTok and X/Twitter. It was shared by the Today Years Old account on X with the caption: “Why are we only finding this out in 2024?” The … Read more
Crispy roast potatoes are the ultimate side dish for any feast, and now you can achieve that perfect crunch every time with this secret tip. Mastering the art of crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside roasties can be tricky, but fear not, as celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has divulged his tried-and-tested technique to nail them on every occasion. The … Read more
Jetting off on holiday is always thrilling, but the struggle of squeezing everything into a suitcase can be a real headache. It’s a challenge to pack everything, and often feels like an impossible task to have all your essentials. However, this year could be a game-changer thanks to a clever woman’s packing hack. The TikTok … Read more
