As Christmas approaches fast, we start getting into the full swing of things. Let’s have a look at some fantastic kitchen design ideas which bring out the festive spirit. Christmas Covers Whether they are homemade or store bought, festive red and white Christmas covers can be a great idea to improve the look of your kitchen in December. Use them on chair backs, a kettle…

Once you have bagged all of your loose produce it is time to start portioning off your food for freezing. This way you can find clear, labelled, perfectly sized portions for any meal you might fancy that evening! Freeze in Portions It is always better to portion out your food whenever you have the time, as portions freeze quicker and are also quicker to defrost.…

Freezers are a fantastic way of keeping your food for longer, particularly if you are a fan of cooking your portions in bulk for later use. However it is very easy to lose track of what is in your freezer and you may find yourself rummaging through a disorganised freezer looking for something you may or may not have used months ago. Good freezer organisation…

Rice is an amazing ingredient that adds a staple base to many dishes, is healthy, fills you up and comes in a variety of types and flavours to a huge range of different foods. In addition, rice can be used in other situations to further help you out around the kitchen! Salt Shaker Place a couple of grains of rice in your salt shaker in…

Interior designers are often expected to come up with a quick kitchen design or plan with only an initial viewing to go by. Every kitchen is unique and some may have more features than others, whereas others may be laid out in a more coherent space. It is important to put time into designing a new kitchen as a poorly organised kitchen will only affect…

Earlier this month we talked about making sure the kids stayed safe while cooking in the kitchen. Equally, if not more importantly, you should show them how to properly clear up after a baking session so as to avoid spillage and to prevent bacteria from growing. Wiping Around and Under Surfaces When teaching your kids to clean up after themselves it is important to remind…

With Halloween coming up, whether you’re a big fan of the traditional ghostly holiday or you’re just putting a brave face on for the kids, there are countless Halloween recipes just waiting to be tried out for the end of October. Why not make the best use of your kitchen worktops this Halloween by trying these spooky spider snacks? Spider Web Muffins You’ll Need: Mini…

Part 2 of our ‘cooking with kids’ safety guide will cover choosing the right sort of meals to bake and cook with your kids. It is important to choose a meal that is easy to follow and doesn’t have too many steps as children, particularly young children can get bored and distracted easily. If they get bored then they can often become easily agitated and…

When designing a new kitchen it is important to think of what it is going to be used for. Function first! There is no ideal kitchen shape or size so make sure to design your kitchen around you. When you have expert kitchen designers they will help you to make the right decision when it comes to kitchen appliances, accessories, finishes, kitchen worktops and much…

When it comes to cooking with children it can be an incredibly rewarding idea. However it is important to keep tabs on where the kids are going lest they accidentally get into something they shouldn’t. Safety is of utmost importance when you’re cooking with children so by taking precautions you can avoid future upsets. Sharp objects out of reach This goes without saying, however when…