Having a green thumb is not only a matter of inherent talent. There is a simple science behind successfully growing plants anyone can learn. (more…)
Seasonal Planting Guide
By planting seasonally, you can avoid a slew of potential problems. For instance, vegetables growing out of season are far more vulnerable to insect attack and fungal diseases. Use this planting guide, including a visual reference at the bottom of the post, to help you choose plants that will grow most optimally in each season of the year. (more…)
Why Pickles Are Awesome
They’re sweet, tangy, crunchy—pickles are simply awesome! They add that sharp surprise every time you bite into our barbecues and burgers. But there’s really more to pickles than good barbecue. And perhaps there’s no one else around who knows them more than Brisbane-based pickle expert Mikey Hilburger of Picklehead Pickles!
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Bee a Hero: Local Beekeeping Heroes You Should Know
We know that bees are the amazing creatures behind honey production. Their most important role, however, is to gather pollen and help plants reproduce to bear new fruit. And while we have the bees to thank for their unique pollinating skills, our beekeeping heroes are also busy doing their part to protect their hives.
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Is Cultured Butter Better for You?
Have you ever tried spreading cultured butter on your morning toast? If not, then it’s high time you do so! This cultured brother of the regular churned butter has a nice tangy flavour and creamier texture. Read on and learn more about the producers of this dairy wonder and how you can enjoy it at home.
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Beef Jerky Recipe
The family behind Kitchen Warehouse—the Macaulays and Murphys—are full of enthusiastic cooks, avid entertainers, and devoted foodies so it was only natural that they ended up in the business of kitchenware over 20 years ago. Matteo Murphy, eldest grandson of patriarch and founder John Macaulay, is certainly following in his family’s footsteps. (more…)
