Published on The Sun digital on 10th December 2021
WHETHER you’re making an indulgent milkshake or a nutritious smoothie, the best blenders should be able to prepare your drink in no time.
We explain what to look for and reveal some of the most popular options around.
A typical blender is made up of a few parts.
Published on The Sun digital on 9th December 2021
INSULATED food flasks are perfect for hiking trips where you don’t have anywhere to heat up your meals but they can also be great for the office or school.
We’ve tested the best food flasks that will keep your food warm – or cold – for hours, without you having to worry about spillages.
One of the first things to consider when choosing the best food flask for you is the size.
Published on The Independent on 30th November 2021
A kitchen knife set is a great low-hassle way to kit out your kitchen quickly. Not only do all of your knives match, it’s also often more affordable than buying each one individually. But price shouldn’t be the only thing to consider – style, range of knives and sizes all matter.
For every set, you’ll need to start with a decent chef’s knife. Bigger versions are generally more versatile, especially if you’re cooking for a family, but smaller ones might be easier to store and more comfortable to use for those who aren’t as confident in the kitchen.
You’ll also need a smaller utility knife, or paring knife, which can be used for smaller or more delicate cutting tasks, such as slicing up garlic. After that, it becomes a matter of preference.
Published on The Independent on 29th September 2021
Steamers, grills, slow cookers and air fryers – our kitchens are so packed with different gadgets and appliances that it’s often hard to find any space to do actual food prep. But what if there was one gadget that could replace all the others? That’s where multi-cookers come in.
These multi-functional devices are designed to combine a whole host of different ways of cooking so that you can switch from pressure cooking to slow cooking at the touch of a button. And even better, their delay timer and keep warm functions mean your dinner is always ready when you are, instead of the other way round.
Having tested two top-of-the-range multi-cookers – the Ninja foodi max and the Instant Pot pro crisp – we can honestly say that the promises are true.
Published on The Sun digital on 15th July 2021
CAN’T decide whether to go for a gas or a charcoal barbecue? The Char-Broil Gas2Coal 2.0 could provide the solution: this hybrid grill is capable of using both fuels for cooking.
We put this second generation dual-fuel barbecue to the test to see whether it’s any good…
American brand Char-Broil was one of the first companies to make charcoal barbecue grills for the home cook.