Al Fresco Picnic
Tucked away in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, you’ll find the Aden Country Park – the ideal venue for a beautiful Al Fresco Picnic. This former mansion, now a ruin, belonged to the Russell family and was apparently quite beautiful before its demise. Its saving grace is that as the house was built with true Scottish grey granite, […]
Cheese Wrap
Before placing cheese in the fridge, wrap it in waxed paper. Don’t use cling film, as the cheese needs to breathe.
Uncork Your Wine Bottle. . . Struggle-Free!
If you don’t finish your bottle of wine in one sitting, wrap the cork with wax paper to make it easier to remove a second (or third) time. This will also help prevent bits of cork from breaking off and swimming in your drink.
Grilled Fish. . . Done Right!
Here’s a great way to grill fish, while adding flavor at the same time! Cooking fish on a a bed of lemons will help keep the fish from sticking to the grill and tearing apart. This will also add a zesty lemon flavor to your meal, cooking into the meat as […]
Keep Tomatoes Fresh
Store tomatoes stem end down to keep them from spoiling as quickly. This prevents air from entering and moisture from exiting the scar where the tomato once attached to the vine. Storing them at room temperature rather than in the fridge also makes them last longer.
Easily Scoop out Squash Seeds
‘ ‘ Easily scoop out squash seeds Remove seeds from vegetables such as squash and pumpkin with an ice cream scoop. Because the edge of the scoop is sharp, it cuts through the fibery, gooey stuff inside the squash easier than your hand or a regular spoon can.
All about Indian spices
‘ Cumin is a pungent, aromatic spice that complements the natural sweetness of dishes. It’s popular in Indian, Mexican and Middle Eastern cuisines. Fennel adds a sweet aniseed flavour to curries and sauces that becomes more subtle once roasted. Turmeric is bright yellow with an earthy, slightly bitter flavour. It adds balance, depth and colour […]
Getting to Know Your Herbs
Becoming a “Herb Connoisseur” can take your cooking to an entirely new level, and make you a better cook. And the best part is, it’s not difficult! Adding the right herbs can make all the difference between a meal that is filling but bland and one that is exceptionally delicious. In addition, herbs offer a […]
Save Those Cheese Rinds
‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ ‘Save the rinds from your wedges of Parmesan cheese! Stash them in the freezer until you’re cooking a batch of soup or stew. Just add them to your simmering pot, for an unbelievable depth of flavor. (Remove rind before serving) Some gourmet grocery stores even sell their cheese rinds, just for […]
Tip for Stuffed Peppers, Baked Apples, or Stuffed Tomatoes
When cooking a batch of Stuffed Peppers, Baked Apples, or Roasted Tomatoes, place them in a well-greased muffin tin! They will keep their shape better, and the muffin tin catches any drips. Makes lovely presentation, and clean-up is a breeze.