The kitchen is filled with all sorts of equipment, ranging from everyday essentials like a chef’s knife and a colander, to specialised tools like a cleaver and a sous vide machine. While most home cooks don’t need a drawer full of niche equipment, certain knives genuinely make prep easier, faster, and far more precise. From the trusty chef’s knife to that oddly shaped blade you’ve never used, every kitchen holds a mix of essentials and mysteries. Sure, you don’t need every specialised knife ever made, but a few of them can transform prep from frustrating to effortless. Here are the…
Warm, golden, and utterly irresistible — these Spinach, Blue Cheese & Walnut Puffs deliver a decadent combo of creamy spinach, tangy blue cheese and crunchy walnuts, all wrapped…
If you like golden cake and rich creaminess (and really, who doesn’t?), you need to try these Tiramisu cupcakes immediately. These tiramisu cupcakes bring all the indulgence of the classic Italian dessert into a light, elegant bake perfect for summer entertaining. Soft coffee-soaked sponge is topped with a dreamy mascarpone frosting, giving each bite that unmistakable tiramisu richness without feeling heavy. They’re effortless to assemble, charming to serve and ideal for any occasion that calls for something a little special. A dusting of cocoa adds the final touch. Absolutely perfect with a cup of strong coffee! ALSO SEE: HOT CROSS BUN…
Looking for a mid-week dinner that’s easy, budget-friendly and guaranteed to get everyone around the table? These sticky-glazed chicken drumsticks with golden roasted potato wedges hit all the…
Give your kitchen a thorough clean just in time for the festive season with this step-by-step guide. Whether you’re hosting, cooking up a storm, or simply wanting a fresh, organised space before the rush of December, this checklist helps you tackle every corner efficiently. How often should you deep-clean your kitchen A festive season deep clean is perfect for resetting your space – but it shouldn’t happen only once a year. Include these intervals to keep your kitchen hygienic and running smoothly: Daily: wipe down counters, wash dishes and clean spills immediately. Weekly: clean stovetops, sanitise the sink, wipe the exteriors of appliances,…
Samsung offers a cooling solution for the summer season, designed for modern living, the Samsung WindFree™ Air Conditioner with Direct Inverter Technology (DIT). This Samsung innovation redefines home…
With all the slicing and dicing your knives help you do in the kitchen (especially for celebratory and festive meals), they really deserve some TLC. A sharp and well-maintained knife isn’t just a pleasure to use – it’s safer, faster, and more precise (which is exactly what we want when cooking). Here’s how to check if your knives are still in tip-top shape and what to do when they aren’t. How to tell whether your knife is sharp Before even deciding on an action plan, first take a few minutes to identify which knives are sharp and which are dull.…
Whether you’ve been too busy to plan a festive feast or are more of a play-it-by-ear cook, a well-stocked pantry can be your secret weapon. With just a…
Comprehensive yet engaging, and welcoming of newcomers to the vine, the 2026 Platter’s by Diners Club Wine Guide released today is the perfect independent companion for anyone who lifts a glass of South African wine. The new edition celebrates a remarkable 46 years of the guide showcasing South Africa’s winegrowers and grape-spirit distillers, through winery profiles, wine descriptions and ratings, wine-country maps and much more. All the best-selling features of the collectible editions are present and fully updated for the 2026 guide, in which well over 900 producers, merchants and brands are featured, including more than 30 new ones, and…
Superfoods don’t need to be exotic or hard to find – sometimes the most powerful ingredients are the ones already sitting in your pantry. Pumpkin and chia seeds…