Who doesn’t love having grilled or smoked meats for summer? With barbecue season just around the corner, it’s the best time to bring your grilling and smoking skills to the test and do some serious charcoal cooking at home. But with several types of grills and smokers available, how will you know which one suits you best? Read on our easy how-to guide and tips to help you decide if a BBQ grill or BBQ smoker is the one for you.
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It’s amazing how cooking meats with smoke can turn them into something incredibly tasty. If you are new to the world of making excellent smoked meats, this guide will hopefully have you setting up your trusty smoker at home. Read on and get helpful tips on the best meats to smoke and how to cook them.
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They say the way to someone’s heart is through his or her stomach. We say it’s through a box filled with gifts. Be it in a jar, bucket, or basket, a homemade Christmas hamper is surely the most generous gift you can give this year and simply the perfect holiday gift for all the special people in your life. Whether you’re on a tight budget or willing to go all out, we have the best gift hamper ideas for you. (more…)
Summer is the perfect season to let loose and relax. It’s also the right time to host parties, bring your mixing skills to good use, and serve refreshing cocktails. But when your guest list is a combination of spirit lovers and teetotalers, it’s best that you have a few mocktail recipes up your sleeve, too. Let this guide to cocktails and mocktails help you differentiate between the two and give you tips on how to make great party-ready beverages.
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Christmas is all about spending quality time with family and friends. It’s the most wonderful time of year, after all. And there’s nothing better that could represent it but a festive table spread that brings together your nearest and dearest. As host, there are a number of things to think about and plan for to ensure everything goes smoothly. This Christmas entertaining guide aims to help you pull off an unforgettable holiday feast. (more…)
When you want a foolproof present that will make anyone happy, an edible gift is the way to go. With Christmas cheer starting to fill the air, it’s the best time to fill your kitchen with the scent of homemade treats, too. And to help you get started, we got a few yummy ideas that are sure to spark your creativity. From sweet to savoury to boozy, our list has every edible gift idea for all your family and friends to enjoy.
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Summer is finally here and it’s the perfect time to make some homemade ice cream. It’s fresh, delicious, fun to make, and great for the family. Plus, you get to choose the flavours and put your creativity to test. But how do you get that perfectly smooth and creamy consistency that makes even better ice cream than store-bought ones? Follow these secret techniques to ice cream making at home. (more…)
Nothing looks more festive than having a colourful array of food beautifully arranged in one platter. Every piece looks so inviting you just want to try them all! And with the Christmas holiday coming up, `tis the perfect season to start planning creative food platters to serve to your guests. To add more magic to your party spread, here’s a few DIY Christmas platter ideas to inspire you and help you get started.
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A party is not complete without drinks. If you’re planning a party with a number of guests, consider setting up a beverage station as this would let your guests help themselves to your refreshing lemonades or cocktails. With so many options to consider, the best way to make planning easier is to make a checklist of what you want to serve and how you want it to look like. Read on our list to help you create a beverage station that will keep your guests refreshed and wow them, too!
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We know how most cuts of meat taste wonderful after smoking. But your trusty smoker can actually do more than just cook moist brisket and fall-off-the-bone ribs. Read on our list of other foods you can smoke and give your usual sauces, side dishes, and even desserts that extra unexpected punch!
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