Category: Lifestyle

Ditch the conventional approach of battling with a saucepan of boiling water for poached eggs a culinary maestro reveals that there’s no need for a cooker at all, and her method is used “every day.” Eggs are a versatile and nutritious option suitable for breakfast, lunch, or dinner that can be transformed into countless dishes […]

Slugs can squeeze through the tiniest of cracks meaning they could take comfort in your home during the night. They may be using your abode, especially if you have a basement, for shelter and be on the hunt for food. Slugs could be attracted to pet food in the home, trash, cardboard, paper, and plants. […]

In the summer months, new lavender plants often look their best with vibrant purple flowers and silvery foliage. However, poor drainage, under-watering, over-watering, extreme temperatures and incorrect pruning can cause older lavenders to eventually turn woody, leggy and unsightly. A lavender expert from the TikTok account @withinyoufarm, a family-run lavender farm in Pennsylvania, has shared […]

By the end of Tuesday, August 20, all of the fashion brand’s outlets are expected to be shuttered. No Ordinary Designer Label (NODL), the company operating Ted Baker’s UK shops, succumbed to administration in March of this year. In a move that saw 15 stores close and 245 jobs slashed in April 2024, the brand’s […]

Fans of cleaning sensation Mrs Hinch have shared their go-to method for softening hard towels. Towels can turn hard and scratchy for many reasons – hard water, too much detergent and overfilling the washing machine when cleaning them. The minerals found in hard water, friction during the washing process and a build-up of laundry detergent […]

“Any exposure to heat, direct sunlight or moisture will make them sprout and eventually spoil. “Your potatoes may even turn green from being in the light as photosynthesis can prompt the production of chlorophyll and even solanine, a poison that can be harmful if ingested in large amounts.” While some of us keep potatoes in […]

With its aromatic garlic, tender chicken, and hearty chickpeas, Jamie Oliver’s garlic chicken recipe offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes. The restaurateur and cookbook author shared this recipe, which serves two, from his book ‘5 Ingredients Mediterranean’ on his website. The Naked Chef star drew inspiration from Middle Eastern cuisine to create a […]

Fried eggs and baked beans are a staple in the classic full-English breakfast, but there’s a much better way to enjoy this healthy combination of food. Swap greasy fried eggs for the baked kind and substitute baked beans for a tin of mixed varieties, as suggested by food and flavour maestro, Matt Webster. Sharing his […]

Hydrangeas can flourish with a surprising kitchen item many tend to throw away, promising bigger and more vibrant blooms during summer. Used coffee grounds are a gardener’s secret weapon for these plants, packed with nitrogen a key nutrient that boosts leaf growth and is essential for flower production. Without adequate nitrogen, hydrangeas can suffer from […]

Tomatoes are popular for their versatility and delicious texture – mostly soft and juicy though some come with a slight bite to them. All of the most desirable qualities of tomatoes are quick to disappear when stored incorrectly, and in some cases, that may include putting them in the fridge. Though controversial, it’s a sentiment […]