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  Symbolic of speakeasies and the silver screen, cocktails have seen a resurgence in recent years with the shaker remaining an essential element for any bar. Before its invention in the 19th century, drinks were either stirred with long-handled spoons or tossed back and forth between two tumblers. This made for excellent showmanship as well […]

  There are a myriad of ways of bringing vintage kitchen decor into your family living space. By selecting a few carefully chosen pieces you can transform your kitchen to evoke a truly individual style. Antiques also bring warmth and texture to a more contemporary kitchen whilst enhancing the rustic taste of a more traditional […]

Too embarrassed to open your oven in front of your mother-in-law? Tired of doing the dishcloth dance around the smoke detector? Grill shelf gunk putting you off your dinner? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, it’s time to clean your oven. Should I Clean My Oven Myself? Let’s be realistic. Oven cleaning […]

  The start of December sees a flurry of activity in many households, especially if you are hosting a large Christmas gathering, with some planning and forethought and by following our tips for calming Christmas kitchen chaos, you can create the Christmas you envisage. 1.Write A To-Do List Although food is a central part of […]

Have yourself a crafty little Christmas this year with our list of decoration inspiration! Go further than the typical dancing Santas and get the whole family involved in turning your kitchen into a winter wonderland. It’s amazing what a little glitter and glue can do. Santa’s Little Helpers ‘I’m bored’ is a comment that pops […]

  Although coffee drinking has seen a dramatic increase in recent years there is still something quintessentially English about enjoying a nice cup of tea! With this in mind we have chosen a few gift ideas for the tea lover in your life. Tea drinking is often an integral part of our day, so why […]