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Easy and delicious recipes including midweek dinner ideas, English and world cuisine

Have you ever seen those bottles of cooking wine at the supermarket? If you have, please make sure to never buy one; cooking wine barely re...
The immune system plays a crucial role in protecting your body against viruses and infections. That is, of course, if it works prop...
We’re all aware of the health benefits we can gain from regular physical activity. However, once winter sets in and the temperatures begi...
Kopi Luwak is a coffee, also known as civet coffee, which has a unique and fascinating method of production. For those of y...
The Instagram Foodie Bag from the Paper Bag co is perfect for anyone with a passion for food and photography. Inside the bag, you...
Cooking at Christmas - 6 Great ways to make it easy 1. Plan thoroughly The first step is to create a clear plan. How many meals are you...
If you’re entering Cuba as a tourist, you will need to get a tourist visa card before you travel. Arranging a visa doesn’t have to be a c...
Since the dawn of civilization, certain rules of civility have persisted across cultures all around the world. Be courteous. Hold t...
This super easy cheesy baked leeks with ham recipe are perfect for a midweek meal. Serve with nice crusty bread, it couldn't be...
The Ion8 CaféStor reusable cup is vacuum insulated and I can honestly say the Cafestor really does keep drinks hotter for longer than i...
Easy Pastitsio Pasta Recipe (Greek Lasagna)  You've probably eaten pastitsio while on holiday in Greece - You'll find it ...
You’ve decided to go low-carb? Great! Now what, I hear you asking. Going low-carb can initially seem like a very daunting task. After a...
Best Slow Cooker Chicken Recipe Oh my, this is GOOD FOOD!  An easy chicken casserole dump recipe, just dump the ingredients in the s...
Cast iron cookware has been around for centuries, and still remains one of the most popular types of material to use for cooking.  ...
Healthy Lasagne Recipe Try this delicious Vegetarian Winter Vegetable Lasagne recipe today to make a few simple changes to lower y...
My review of the EKO X Cube recycling bin. It's the perfect hygienic, quick and simple recycling solution and I absolutely love it...
2020 has been a strange and trying year for many of us. When the dreaded Covid-19 virus hit the UK shores and many folk started stockpiling...
Stuffed Potato Skins, or twice baked potatoes whatever you like to call them. Serve these oven-baked potatoes with a simple salad and t...
Champagne has always been that drink saved for special occasions worth a celebration. You will always see athletes pop a bottle of ...
Wholegrain mustard and pork are a match made in heaven! Boneless oven-baked pork chops make a no-fuss, easy midweek meal.    ...
Spicy Meatball Tagine Meatball casserole in a spicy tomato sauce with eggs. This Moroccan Kefta Mkaouara dish is delicious and ...
Grief, Loss and Death. All things that don’t come with a handbook. And yet, when we see our children struggling to cope with the death o...
Whether you are an entry-level or advanced cook, it is important to make sure that your appliances fulfil exactly the function that you boug...
How to make overnight oats. If you're looking for a low-effort breakfast that's extremely healthy and can even help you lose weight,...
Most technology gets better with time and the internet is no different. From listening to the high pitched noise of dial-up internet conn...
Every year, wine connoisseurs from all over the world numerously gather to spend money on wine that has been bottled for a few decade...
You don’t have to go to culinary school or work in a professional kitchen to cook like a pro at home. Believe it or not, when you cook...
Want to give up junk food and take care of your diet? Great!  A positive approach and high motivation are half of the success. ...
Have you ever wanted to learn a lot more about wine? With the online delivery service from The Wine List that sends two bottles a mon...
A quick review of Squeeky Cleaners. Eco-friendly, 100% natural and organic cleaning brand that kills 99.9% of all viruses and germs. Squeeky...
Greek Potato Salad - quick and easy to make Perfect when you want a little more than just a simple salad. This post may conta...
The keto diet has become one of the most popular diets in recent years. Millions of users search for information about the keto diet on...
Quick Chicken Korma Curry Recipe made using Spice Pots - check out my review. Having been sent the Curry Night Kit from Spice Pots along w...