Sales of printed baking books in America were up 42% from October 2020 to October 2021, according to the NPD Group, the market research firm. That’s in line with ever-growing viewing for “The Great British Baking Show” on Netflix, among other baking shows and videos, and robust sales of baking pans and tools, the group noted, writes Journal Sentinal. I have to agree that during the lockdown I made more cakes for my family than ever before and lots of different flavours of muffins for my grandchildren. It left me wanting to do this more and more and I enjoy baking now more…
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Dinner, during the 18th century, was served between 7pm and 8.30pm and an extra meal called ‘luncheon’ was created to fill the midday gap. But as this meal was very light, people were left feeling hungry. Legend has it that it was Anna Maria Russell, the 7th Duchess of Bedford of Woburn Abbey in Bedfordshire was the first person to develop the idea of afternoon tea. Apparently, she would ask her maid to bring all the tea making equipment to her private boudoir at around 5pm so that she could enjoy a cup of tea with a slice or two…
The United Kingdom is notorious for takeaway food, and is a go-to option by many. Youngsters who are studying and working the usual 9-5 specifically are fond of takeaway cuisines since they prefer to eat at home without cooking themselves. Take away cuisines are the perfect grab-n-go, where people order their favourite food from a restaurant and eat it somewhere else at their own convenience. The Covid-19 situation especially has led people from all around the world to enjoy their favourite foods at home. Takeaways cuisines have increased in the UK from 2009 till 2018, reaching 34%. These days’ people…
Espresso Yourself and stay confident… “Coffee and chocolate—the inventor of mocha should be sainted.”—Cherise Sinclair
We all love our daily cuppa but did you realise that some teas can interact with certain medications? Here is a list of 5 herbal teas that do just that. According to Live Strong Chamomile Tea which is known for its mild tranquilizing effects may also help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. According to a small January 2016 study in Nutrition, short-term intake of chamomile tea has beneficial effects on glycemic control in people with type 2 diabetes. But drinking copious amounts may significantly lower your blood sugar.Green tea has also been shown to interact with some medications…
We find out the benefits of salmon for our health with dietician and Tassal ambassador, Susie Burrell. Salmon is frequently referred to as a superfood, and for good reason. It’s one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids found in nature. Omega-3 plays an important role in promoting great overall health, however since our bodies can’t…The Health Benefits of Salmon —
LOCALLY… Who doesn’t like a bit of Apple Crumble or Apple Pie? Well, during February we celebrate Bramley Apple Week from the 6th – 12th of February. I am sure we all know the old fashioned saying of “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”… or so they say. The proverb actually emerged in the 19th century, it was a way to promote eating more healthily and getting fruit into people’s diets. They felt that if you ate healthy food you would be healthier inside and not need to see a doctor as much. This was however in the days when you had to…
As the grey days of winter start to come to an end and the lighter days of spring approach, you may be ready to start making some healthy changes. The arrival of some sunshine and spring flowers can make all the difference to your mood, and you may be looking forward to a fresh start in the new season. Switching up your eating habits and trying some new recipes is an excellent way to feel refreshed and full of health, ready for spring. The Mediterranean diet is one way of eating that is especially popular through the spring and summer.…
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A survey carried out during the first lockdown found that we ate eggs for breakfast 68% more times than in the previous year. Of course, this was because so many of us were working from home. Pesto eggs even had their own special moment on the social media platform Tik Tok. 12 million people watched a video posted by Amy Willchowski showing the creation of this healthy food hack. Check it out on Tik Tok. 7 reasons to eat eggs regularly – Whole eggs are packed with nutrients. They are full of vitamins, minerals, high-quality protein, good fats and various…
A nice little tea quote for Tuesday from Afternoon Tea4Two… “Teatime is a chance to slow down, pull back and appreciate our surroundings.” –Letitia Baldrige
The Times of India and Let’s Drink Tea have some unique ways to reuse your tea bags. They can remove grease from utensils with ease. Simply soak the utensils in a hot water blend with told tea bags. Soak for a few hours or overnight and wash the usual way. The compounds in tea help to remove the dirt naturally. It also works on plates, pots, and rustic pans.After you have brewed your tea, take a pan and soak the used teabags. Once it is at room temperaure add it to a spay bottle with a dash of lime juice.…