I make a natural spider deterrent every summer using citrus peels — here's how to spider-proof your home for free Stop spiders from entering through open summer windows with this zero-cost citrus trick. Tom’s Guide · Jul 7
What’s the secret to great cafetiere coffee? Electronic scales are a non-negotiable, say connoisseurs. Add a pinch of patience, some trial and error, and you, too, can master the French press The Guardian - UK · Jul 7
Stop Eating Honey Until You Check This One Hidden Truth Most of us never think twice before adding honey to tea, warm water or breakfast. It feels natural, safe and almost always “pure” by default. That golden jar in the kitchen has built a reputation of being healthy and harmless. But the uncomfortable truth is that not every bottle of… MyLifeXP · Jul 7
These are the five recipes a nutritionist created that helped me up my protein intake and eat more vegetables Healthy meals that don’t compromise on taste Fit & Well · Jul 6
The deli classic you can make in an air fryer — it’s perfect for hot summer days Chefs Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbrough offer a fun twist on the classic sandwich by using hot dogs The Independent UK · Jul 6
Georgina Hayden’s quick and easy recipe for prawn and feta saganaki salad This summery dish takes the spicy seafood and cheese of a meze favourite and works them into a filling, tomato-rich salad The Guardian - UK · Jul 6
Why this companion plant will make my tomatoes grow better and juicier — and it’s not basil The tomato companion plant upgrade that’s even better than basil. Tom’s Guide · Jul 6
79 Dishes So Stupid, It’s Hard To Believe Someone Actually Decided To Make Them (New Pics) Food is one of our most important pleasures in life. After all, a delicious meal can turn a bad day around or even mend a broken heart. But loving food doesn’t automatically mean you know how to make it, and some people really should not be trusted in the kitchen.… Bored Panda · Jul 6
Vegan bolognese, naan pizza and chicken traybake: three nutritious meals that are perfect for students You don’t need the latest gadgets, fancy ingredients or a big budget to make delicious meals for you and your friends – but planning is key The Guardian - UK · Jul 6
I tested IKAPE’s portable espresso maker — and it’s the most coffee-snob-friendly portable coffee machine in the world The IKAPE Kapo K2 Pro is a premium, high-quality portable espresso maker with a weighty tamper and bottomless portafilter. Tom’s Guide · Jul 6
Sabzi and thoran: Maunika Gowardhan’s recipes for Indian-style runner beans The distinct spices and flavours of their respective regions make these approaches to runner beans uniquely different, but equally flavourful The Guardian - UK · Jul 6
Shaking it up: why salt is this summer’s hottest ingredient Humble seasoning thrust into food trend spotlight, as salty drinks gain popularity in Britain’s scorching summer The Guardian - UK · Jul 5
How to make cobb salad – recipe Its origin story may be full of holes, but there’s no disputing this American classic’s status as a world beater when it comes to a tasty, satisfying salad The Guardian - UK · Jul 5
Gozney Dome Gen 2 review: a pizza oven for serious pizza lovers Spacious enough to cook two pizzas at once and simple enough for beginners, Gozney’s gas-and-wood-fired oven is an impressive piece of kit – if you have the budget The Guardian - UK · Jul 5
Salon · Jul 4 Super easy summer corn and dumplings Frozen dumplings, sweet corn, coconut milk and miso turn into the kind of shortcut dinner worth bragging about
The Guardian - UK · Jul 4 ‘Real heritage and quality’: the best (and worst) supermarket mozzarella di bufala Campana, tasted and rated The southern Italian cheese has DOP status, but which brands are milking the title and which are leading the whey?
T3 · Jul 4 Forget air fryers – This smart oven scans barcodes to expertly cook your meals This Tovala Smart Oven takes smart kitchen appliances to the next level
The Guardian - UK · Jul 3 Six cocktails for summer good times A rainbow assortment of sunshine quenchers that look lavish but can be dispensed in short order
The Guardian - UK · Jul 3 Got a sunny bed going spare? Tayberries offer great bang for your buck They are a delightful cross between a raspberry and a blackberry – and fruit abundantly with the right care
The Guardian - UK · Jul 3 Benjamina Ebuehi’s recipe for honey butter brioche with grilled peaches Juicy stone fruit charred on the griddle, or on a barbecue for extra smokiness, is the inspiration for a dessert that’s as easy as it is delicious
The Independent UK · Jul 2 What's the perfect American hot dog? Depends where you grew up Hot dogs are a beloved American staple, but their preparation varies widely across the country
The Guardian - UK · Jul 2 Spicy fish sandos, feta scones and pork chops: Alexina Anatole’s summer berry recipes British berries always sparkle in desserts like this French almond sponge, but their hidden talent lies in savoury dishes
The Guardian - AU · Jul 1 Blackberries and brussels sprouts top Australia’s best-value fruit and veg for July With wombok in abundance, it’s a good time to make kimchi. But spinach is going through a rough patch
Tom’s Guide · Jul 1 I tested Ooni’s $450 pizza oven — I've never had crusts this crispy (for better and worse) The Ooni Karu 2 is a versatile, mid-range multifuel pizza oven that makes pizzeria-quality pies. The heat can be a little unstable using solid fuel, but nothing unmanageable.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 1 How to turn excess cream into mascarpone – recipe Transform double cream that’s on the turn into a tangy, luxurious addition to both sweet and savoury dishes