Su told The i Paper ’s How I Manage My Money Christmas Special that she has been both naughty and nice in 2025. She posts 250 Christmas cards in December and says the cost of stamps has become ...

The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email [email protected] for advice on love, work, ...

Air fryers are famously good at making chips and roast potatoes. But how about mashed potato? The usual method is, of course, ...

The primary reason for food waste is overbuying. If you are having a large Christmas gathering, plan how much food you will ...

Steve Inskeep and his brother, Bruce Inskeep, discuss tips on how to safely make a deep-fried turkey and chat about their family's celebrated holiday traditions.

A food writer’s expert guide to Singapore hawker centres, organised by dish – from laksa and chicken rice to popiah, rojak ...

Nothing beats biting into a piping hot, spiced mince pie with crumbly pastry and lashings of fruit. But whipping up mince pies from scratch can be time-consuming, particularly when you're waiting for ...

Garlic contains a sulfur compound called allicin. When broken down, it creates a more pungent flavor. The finer, or smaller, the garlic is cut, the stronger the flavor and scent. Slice garlic for a ...

From raw heat to mellow sweetness, the flavor of your garlic dish starts with your knife work. Garlic contains a sulfur compound called allicin. When broken down, it creates a more pungent flavor. The ...

Did you know that in Ireland, children leave out mince pies for Santa on Christmas Eve? Mince pies are an important part of Christmas. Traditionally, this baked dessert is eaten every day for the 12 ...

Mince pies are a staple bake throughout the festive period, whether you make them yourself or buy them from the shop. However, they may be easier to make from scratch than you think, especially with ...