Back to basics: White sauce
Once you have mastered the basic skills to make a white sauce, the...
Back to basics: Herbs
Sarah Swain demonstrates how fresh herbs can open up a whole new world...
How to cook quinoa
This ancient grain is simple to prepare, highly nutritious and delicious!
What is it?
Quinoa...
Everything you need to know to cook fish to perfection
Here's everything you need to know to cook fish to perfection, every time.
The...
Back to basics: Knives
A good knife is an important kitchen utensil. Sarah Swain gives us a...
What is free range?
Are you concerned about animal welfare in the production of eggs, chicken, bacon...
Easy entertaining: Cheat’s cuisine
Your party guests have arrived and it's all under control with this light...
Back to basics: Baking sponges
A sponge is a basic cake that, once mastered, can be adapted in...
Back to basics: Stir-fries
Here's everything you need to know about a basic - and healthy -...
How to use avocado
This rich, creamy fruit is used for everything from guacamole to a simple...
How to cook polenta
This versatile ground cornmeal isn’t always eaten as a soft, creamy dish –...
How to cook couscous
Couscous is quick and easy to prepare and it’s a versatile ingredient that’s...
How to cook rice noodles
Rice noodles are but one variety of noodle, and a popular ingredient in...
How to steam cook food
Sarah Swain takes us through the steps to steam foods for flavoursome and...
Easy entertaining: Fuss-free dining
We've taken any stress out of preparing this delicious, sit-down meal for a...
Back to basics: Microwave cooking
We all have them in the kitchen – here's how to make the...
Back to basics: Pasta
Sarah Swain demonstrates how to get perfect pasta every time.
Once you know the...