Quick Tips Archives
Looking for the Perfect Gift?
December 9, 2009
Looking for the Perfect Gift these Holidays for cooks and home entertaining? Here's some great ideas, especially when you're on a budget or trying to buy for that difficult person.
Planning a Stress-free Thanksgiving
November 19, 2009
Helpful tips and ideas for a perfect, stress-free Thanksgiving.
Overripe Bananas
September 9, 2009
Ideas for using overripe bananas
Storing Nuts
August 14, 2009
Are you tired of throwing out bags of rancid nuts? Or do you just need to know how to store nuts?
Pass the Pitter please
July 14, 2009
Cherry Pitter can be re-purposed as an Olive Pitter
Digital Fork Thermometer
June 2, 2009
Digital Fork Thermometers aren't very expensive but they are the perfect grilling accessory - here are the reasons why.
Uses for Leftover Bread
February 28, 2009
Do you have leftover stale bread but can't seem to throw it out? Here are some suggestions for using that bread to create delicious new dishes.
Great Gifts for Cooks
December 11, 2008
Are you looking for a cool gift for the cook in your life or maybe a friend who likes to cook? Here are some of our favorite gift ideas.
Best Cranberry Relish
November 12, 2008
We're always on the lookout for products that will save time and reduce workload, especially during the holidays. So let's talk relish... Cranberry Relish that is...
Turkey - Types, Preparation and Cooking
November 11, 2008
Don't know what kind of turkey to buy or what size? Here are some helpful tips to make it easier.
Using Post-It Notes for Entertaining
October 30, 2008
This tip falls into the category of "Repurposing an everyday item". Those little pieces of sticky paper may have many uses in the office but don?t just leave them there. Post-it Notes can be the perfect accessory for your entertaining tool box too.
Kir Recipe - A perfect pre-dinner drink
October 23, 2008
Kir Recipe: A simple and easy pre-dinner drink.
How to easily Sterilize Glass Jars
September 16, 2008
A simple and safe way to sterilize glass jars.
Measuring Cups - Everything you need to know
March 18, 2008
Have you ever had a baking disaster and can't work out why? Perhaps it's the measuring cups you used?
Guide to Fruit and Vegetable Seasons
March 10, 2008
Sick of planning a perfect menu only to find that the vegetables or fruit are not available? Our chart gives you a list of what produce is available in which season.
Easy Picnic Planning Ideas
August 13, 2007
Useful picnic planning ideas
Vanilla Beans - Tips for Storing and Using Vanilla Beans
May 12, 2007
Don't know how to store or use whole vanilla beans? Here are some helpful tips...
Temperature Conversion Chart For Cooking
April 23, 2007
A very useful temperature conversion guide.
Selecting a Good Menu
June 16, 2006
The menu is one of the most important components of a successful dinner party. Here are Minnie Taylor's tips for selecting a perfect menu.
Keep an Entertaining Notebook
March 16, 2006
Struggling to find ideas for a dinner party or do you forget your ideas? Minnie Taylor provides helpful tips for keeping an entertaining notebook.
Mise En Place - What is it and can it help me?
Mise en place is a French cooking term that you may have heard, but what is it and can it really help you?
