Gas cookers are arguably the best option for those who like to cook quickly and efficiently, but sometimes knowing which one to invest in can be a bit of a minefield. If you’re looking to splash out on a brand-new cooker to whip up some culinary crackers in your kitchen (and have your heart set …
A fan-favourite among many cooking lovers, the sauté pan is the versatile gift that keeps on giving. Deeper and often more robust than the average frying pan, the sauté pan retains its heat in the bottom, allowing you to steam, deep-fry, sear and poach your food easily, safely, and with minimal spitting! Available in many …
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Have you noticed your induction hob sometimes stops working on one side? Annoying, isn’t it? If you’re wondering why this occasionally happens, get yourself settled and read on… How Induction Works Your Induction hob is comprised of magnetic ceramic plates and copper wiring that is heated by electrical induction – hence the name. The …
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Induction cooking units are a dream for the impatient chef, but occasionally they refuse to “fire up”, which can be maddeningly inconvenient! This article delves into the possible causes and solutions behind why your induction hob isn’t playing ball. Disclaimer: Before you go about troubleshooting your induction, you should isolate the power to your hob …
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A microwave’s sole purpose is to produce heat, so surely it runs the risk of occasionally overheating, right? Technically, yes. Most electronic products pose a risk of overheating for a plethora of reasons (a short circuit, ageing, overuse/misuse, etc.), but what happens when your trusty microwave overheats? First of all, it needs to be said …
We all love our microwaves. They’re handy, resourceful, and pretty robust. But nothing lasts forever, does it? Microwaves do wear out over time. In fact, the average lifespan of a healthy microwave is just around ten years. Several things can go wrong with microwaves over time. So, let’s explore the longevity of our nifty microwaves …
Are you finding that things are getting somewhat steamy in your kitchen, and not in a good way?! Are you trying to find out which is better—a downdraft extractor or a traditional extraction hood? Allow us to help. But first of all, what is the difference between the two? Well, a downdraft extractor is a …
Your extraction fan plays a fundamental role in maintaining the atmosphere of your kitchen, protecting the surrounding areas, removing cooking odours, and not setting off the smoke alarm – but they can also be something of a nuisance for the tall cook. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering or desiring an increase in the distance …
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British consumer goods brand JML produces a range of “copper stone” cookware. But what is “copper stone”? Does it actually contain copper? Does it contain stones?! Read on to find out. JML copper stone pans generally have a three-layer construction, consisting of a non-stick, scratch-resistant top, a forged aluminium core and a stainless-steel base. The …
Non-stick pans have been the topic of much debate in the last few years regarding their safety (or lack of), but if there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that once you’ve used a non-stick pan for cooking, the idea of going back to a more traditional (and muckier) pan holds little appeal. …
