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How long does grill charcoal last? Plus expert advice on how to make it last longer

Here's everything you need to know about how long grill charcoal lasts – and expert advice about how to make it last even longer


Mistakes you might be making when reheating food

As much as warming last night's dinner can be easy and convenient, it also comes with health risks, which can be avoided.


Top 20 ways to use courgettes

Looking to work your way through a glut of courgettes? Discover our favourite ideas for using up this versatile vegetable, from cakes and bakes to soup and courgetti


A look into the rise of indigenous foods

Indigenous ingredients might sound like the next food buzzword, but their rise in popularity is rooted in more than just a trend and should be on your radar for a host of reasons.


Coulis vs compote: What is the difference between the fruit sauces?

Coulis and compote are types of fruit sauces. Both can be used to enhance your dishes and elevate your home-made food.


Jamie Oliver shares how to make ‘perfect' poached egg in 5 minutes without using vinegar

Vinegar is often recommended on the internet when cooking a poached egg to help it keep its shape, but Jamie Oliver has shared there is an easier and tastier way.


Top tips to keep your produce fresh for longer

There is nothing worse than purchasing a week’s worth of groceries only to find them mouldy and rotten a few days later. Fortunately, there are simple ways to keep your produce fresh and extend their shelf life.


Cooking tricks for days when you are not in the mood

For all those hungry souls out there who are too lazy to cook, here are some food hacks to help you through the day.


Cooking tips when transitioning from summer to autumn

With autumn here, preparing your kitchen for seasonal changes might seem like a daunting task but we are here to help.


Jamie Oliver's 'brilliantly easy' prosciutto baked fish is ready in just minutes using air fryer

Jamie Oliver is making lives easier with his latest show by giving people many recipe options that they can easily make in the air fryer after a long day of work


The best food shows to watch in 2024

From travel shows that take you to remote culinary destinations to a unique cooking competition with deception and thrills, here are five food and cooking shows sure to quench your hunger for tasty eats and entertainment.


I made glazed salmon in the air fryer - it tasted amazing and took eight minutes to cook

Cooking salmon fillets in the air fryer is a quick and easy way to cook salmon without running the risk of a broken fish fillet. This recipe includes a delicious Japanese sweet rice wine and soy glaze.


Why Italian white wine is so food-friendly

I don’t know how many of you buy wine specifically to drink with food, but the Italians do and we could learn a few lessons from them. If you taste wines such as soave and pinot grigio on their own, you might think they’re a bit bland and boring, but sip a glass with a plate of antipasti or spaghetti carbonara, say, and they spring into life. Italians by and large don’t want wines with overt fruit flavours, too much oak or overly high levels of...


Minimum time, maximum flavour

Everyone loves a great meal that takes minimum time to prepare but gives maximum flavour. Ella Mills has just released her latest book, which serves up exactly that.


Mary Berry's 'chewy and luxurious' Florentines recipe with secret to perfect consistency

While people think they might be difficult to make at home, renowned chef Mary Berry has simplified it so you only need 10 minutes for these delicious freshly baked treats.


How to make the perfect bread at home and save money

Baking can seem like an extravagance but it can save you money and bring you joy.


Salmon and noodle broth recipe that is cosy and comforting

Broth-based dishes are comforting and nourishing, and they are also very healing and hydrating to the body.


Cook the ‘crispiest bacon ever' with chefs method using free ingredient

Cook the crispiest bacon you can achieve using an award-winning chef's technique.


Expert advice on how to cook with shallots

Shallots add variation and smooth depth to a wide variety of dishes.


Make Mary Berry's super 'flavourful' burgers complete with delicious side of coleslaw

Mary Berry's delicious burgers will have you coming back for seconds and thirds.


Essential tips for planning a memorable food tour

Planning a memorable food tour is not just about sampling delicious dishes. By following these essential tips, you can ensure that your culinary adventure is filled with mouthwatering flavours, cultural immersion and lasting memories.


Is Sourdough Bread Good For People With A Sensitive Stomach? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

Expert opinion from Kelsey Masso Master of Science in Health and Wellness Management /Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition · 2 years of experience · USA Sourdough bread may be good for people with a sensitive stomach because it is lower in gluten than other types of bread. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Some people are se...


What is fine dining? Here’s what to expect when you go to a fine dining restaurant

From outstanding cuisine to an elegant atmosphere here’s what you’ll find when you go to a fine dining restaurant.


Best soup makers in the UK: How to use a soup maker to create quick and easy meals at home

Best soup makers in the UK: How to use a soup maker to create quick and easy meals at home - These clever kitchen gadgets make eating well easier than ever


What is food poisoning and how to keep your family safe?

Understanding its common causes and how to prevent it, especially at home, is essential for keeping families safe.


3 tips for mastering one-pot dishes with flavour and in record time

Using one pot or pan not only saves on dishes but also allows you to create a meal in next to no time.


RECIPE: The perfect butternut and chickpea coconut curry for easy weeknight dinners

You will never let the vegetables in your fridge go to waste again with this easy vegan curry recipe in your back pocket.


Avo season is officially here! Here’s a vegetarian-friendly recipe that is surprisingly easy to make

Whether you are strictly vegan, a vegetarian or are simply trying to eat more plant than animal products, avocados add that element of richness, creaminess and a sense of luxury to meals.


Woman left paralysed from soup leftovers

A warning has been issued after a 23-year-old woman was left paralysed from eating soup leftovers. Plenty of people eat leftovers on a daily basis and thankfully reports of people having severe reactions beyond food poisoning, including even losing limbs from eating them, are very rare. However, bacterial reactions to improperly heated or stored le...


How stores offer luxury versions of classic sandwiches

While millions of Brits continue to grapple with the cost-of-living crisis, industry chiefs suggest buying lunch may be one area where they are prepared to push the boat out.


London’s best pubs for a pint of Guinness in 2024

London’s best pubs for a pint of Guinness in 2024 - The perfect pint is out there — if you know where to look


Jamie Oliver cooks chicken in a staple ingredient for the juiciest meat - it's not stock

A perfectly moist chicken is hard to achieve when cooking it whole, that is, without the help of one common ingredient that Jamie Oliver swears by.


4 ways to make everyday meals look exciting

All it takes is a few thoughtful touches and a little bit of extra love.


Professional Faqs: Does Homemade Tomato Soup Include A Lot Of Potassium?

Expert opinion from Cate F Keen Bachelor of Health Science (Food & Nutrition) · 2 years of experience · Australia Tomatoes naturally contain approximately 230mg of potassium per 100g which is only a small portion of the recommended dietary intake of around 3000 to 3500mg per day. It would depend on what other ingredients are added to your homemade ...


7 tips for making delicious home-made soups

If you’d like to whip up a home-made soup that outshines anything you could get from a restaurant or grocery store, here’s some soup-making tips.


Here’s how to use edible flowers in the kitchen

The use of edible flowers in cooking dates back centuries, and today, their popularity is experiencing a resurgence in contemporary cuisine.


6 best spots to warm up with a bowl of soup this autumn

If you are looking for a comforting bowl to break up the workday fatigue or looking for a dinner spot with a fresh take on autumn warmers, the below restaurants’ soup game is on point.


Ask A Nutrition Professional: How Much Sugar Is In Rum?

Expert opinion from Leticia Soares Postgraduate Degree in Public and Family Health/Bachelor Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics · 5 years of experience · Brazil Rum is made from boiled sugarcane juice, the molasses, through a process of fermentation and distillation. Fermentation will result in the transformation of existing sugars in the juice into ...


Professional Faqs: Can I Eat Raw Shrimp?

Expert opinion from Kelsey Masso Master of Science in Health and Wellness Management /Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition · 2 years of experience · USA Eating raw shrimp is not recommended. Raw shrimp can contain bacteria that can cause food poisoning. It is also a good source of purines, which can trigger gout attacks. If you want to eat shr...


Coffee hacks for a more delicious brew

Get ready to make your life easier or transform your standard daily brews into something special.


Mary Berry shares her secret for making ‘wonderfully golden' sage and onion stuffing

Mary Berry has a cooking technique to ensure sage and onion stuffing always comes out of the oven "wonderfully golden and crisp."


The best places for cream tea in Devon

In the home of cream teas, you’re never far away from a good scone. But how to tell the good from the bad? The perfect scone is crumbly, feather-light, warm, and served with fruity jam and clotted cream so thick it sticks to your spoon. Stay clear of anywhere that serves scones with butter, or toppings in tiny packets – they know not what they do. ...


Aldi is bringing back three 'sensational' 89p favourites

The returning range of confiments


Top French Chef Hélène Darroze Believes in Cooking With Heart Over Skills

With six stars across three of her restaurants, the recipe for success of the star female chef remains unchanged, 25 years after opening her first address in Paris.


How much Baileys is left in the bottle? There’s an app for that

It is a liquor that often leads to overindulgence, thanks to its heavy and opaque bottle easily deceiving drinkers. But now Baileys fans will no longer be left peering into the famous black bottle or guessing by weight to work out how much of the Irish cream liquor they have left to enjoy. The brand has now come up with a digital solution to the ag...


Now I’m more relaxed about dinner parties, I don’t freak out if I can’t find purple basil

Dinner parties are in the news again thanks to the release of a film, The Trouble with Jessica, set during a London dinner party where everything goes badly wrong. With dinner parties on screen you know pretty much what you’re in for: posing, flirting, tension (arising from a crisis in the kitchen and/or a clash of opinions) loosened inhibitions, a...


Is your pantry ready for winter? Here are useful ingredients to get you started

With winter approaching, make sure you keep your pantry stocked with essential items to help make mealtime fun and easier.


The 10 surprising foods experts say you should keep in the fridge

Next time you're unpacking your groceries from the supermarket, you might want to reconsider where you store your items.


Curiosity and passion for wine drove Siphakamiso Duma to start his own wine business

Siphakamiso Duma describes his wines as ‘a sip of quality at a reasonable price’.


Simple ways to hack healthy home cooking

Not everyone possesses great culinary skills but making sure you are cooking healthy meals is possible, even if you are not a master chef.