Technology evolves so quickly these days that it’s hard to keep up with, and bakeware is no exception. Sometimes, though, it can be much more satisfying to stick with traditional, manual methods, especially if you don’t have the budget to splash on gadgets.When it comes to mixing, some of the fancier pieces of equipment can …
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There is nothing quite like the sweet, sharp taste of a fruit tart with its delectable fruity filling and buttery pastry crust. To get the most mouthwatering tart you need the best tart pan on the market. This can feel like an impossible task when trawling through the internet to find one.Fear not, baking enthusiasts, …
Whether you’re a professional pastry chef or an amateur baker, there is one thing we can agree on: pastry blenders make the entire process easier.For any baking task, there are tools that can help make the process easy, and when it comes to pastry, a pastry blender is an essential tool. These metal cooking utensils …
Whether you’re a newbie to the world of baking or a muffin master, you’ll know the importance of having the right equipment for the job.You’ll be forgiven for thinking that a jelly roll pan is a niche tool used only by professionals, but they’re loved by amateur bakers worldwide and are surprisingly versatile. Jelly roll …
If you’re a traditionalist, or even just a hobbyist baker, a food processor probably isn’t the first piece of equipment that you reach for when you’re about to whip up a batter. Food processors can be a big investment and some do see it as cheating.But using a food processor for baking can be a …
When it comes to American gold standards of home cooking, one of the first things that spring to people’s minds is meatloaf.This simple dish of smoked ground beef often complemented with cheese and vegetables is popular throughout North America, mainly because of its delicious taste and the ease of which it is prepared.Loaves, bread and …
Mini cheesecakes are sweeping the food scene, incredibly popular not only as a dessert but as an appetizer too! Pudding for dinner, anyone? These bitesize delights are perfect for anyone who wants a taste of something sweet.The saying goes, “only a bad sportsman blames his tools”. But baking isn’t a sport, unless you’ve seen The …
“The smell of good bread baking, like the sound of lightly flowing water, is indescribable in its evocation of innocence and delight.” – M.F.K. FischerIn all of our recorded history, the one thing that links every tribe and nation of humanity is bread. According to archeologists, we’ve been making, shaping, and baking bread for more …
Brownies: they’re a homemade American classic.We love their unique texture; crispy on the outside, with gooey chocolatey goodness packed within.What more could you want in a snack?If you’re anything like us, then brownies are our kryptonite. Making brownies is one of our favourite hobbies and one of the easiest desserts to make at home. But …
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If there is one thing we can thank the United Kingdom for, it is the Great British Bake Off. A glorious show where a group of ordinary Brits try and on occasion fail to bake a variety of different sweet and savory treats on the path to being crowned Britain’s best baker.While we may watch the …
Cake baking can be a fun and incredibly rewarding hobby or professional enterprise, but as all experienced bakers know, substandard equipment can quickly cause your dreams of the perfect cake to crumble – quite literally – before your eyes. A cheaply made cake pan can lead to your batter sticking to the container during baking, leaking …
Is there anything better than a freshly-baked batch of brownies? No, we don’t think so either. A favorite treat for people of all ages, the delicious, gooey centers and crisp edges come together to tantalize the taste buds and leave us in a state of chocolate-induced Nirvana. And, when you factor in the precision of their edges …
Baking is a form of magic.It can be miraculous and life-giving. It can be an expression of love or sorrow. It can be fulfilling for baker and devourer alike. A great cake or bread can lift spirits and calm the stomach and the mind. There’s absolutely no doubt in my mind that ‘recipe’ is just …
Kitchenaid has been THE go-to brand for standing mixers since its conception in the early 20th century.Now they’re hard to miss, we see them on sitcoms, baking competitions, and every cooking show. It’s not surprising, as Kitchenaid has developed an international reputation for quality and design. Who wouldn’t want to use the same brand as Ginger …
There’s nothing better than the satisfaction of eating your own home-made bread, along with any other delicious food you might have been able to make yourself, like a soft and fluffy sponge cake made to all of your specific preferences.Cooking your own is an amazing feeling, and always has the best of healthiness and tastiness. …
Every time I watch an episode of The Great British Baking Show, I catch myself lusting over those beautiful, shiny duck egg blue Kitchen Aid mixers, and every single attachment those eager bakers get to mess around with in the famous white tent.If you’re after help with kneading your bread, whether you’d just like to …
There’s nothing better than some nice home cooked bread to make you feel nice and warm inside.To make the best bread at home though, it can be very helpful to make sure that you have the right tools for the job! A baking stone can be very beneficial for helping you to make yummy bread …
