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Camden town and market open for the best day out May 2021

Famous for its live music, Street food, market & Fashion cult. Camden is perfect for the best day out in 2021. This is what happened during my visit. What started off as a plan to make a quick video turned into an amazing day out. Camden town and market is a vibrant eclectic town & […]

What is the difference between a Cornish pasty and a normal pasty?

So, the big question, what is the difference between a Cornish pasty and a normal Pasty? The 2 main differences between them are a Cornish Pasty is made in Cornwall and contains chunks of beef and potato and is wrapped in the pastry without cooking the meat first. A traditional or normal pasty is shaped […]

Green village group Richmond Italian shop & delicatessen

To create the perfect meal, first, you need the perfect ingredients. The Green village group Italian shop and delicatessen has everything you need. Having just opened its first branch in Richmond, London green village is taking the town by storm. There is no holding back the punches here, an Aladdin’s cave of culinary delights with […]

Reasons why British people eat Fish and Chips on a Friday?

Why do British people eat fish and chips on a Friday? There are many theories on this subject and they could all have some relevance. In this post, we will look at some of the theories about why people eat fish and chips on a Friday and you can decide at the end which one […]

Is it safe to use a disposable BBQ to cook a steak well-done?

A disposable BBQ is as safe as the person using it. There is a difference between a well-done steak and a burnt steak. As far as cooking a steak well done, I personally don’t understand why someone would want to ruin a perfectly good bit of meat. (comments below please) But in answer to this […]

Does stewing beef longer in a slow cooker make it more tender?

Stewing beef in a slow cooker for a long period of time will make it tender and break it down. But this comes at a price. You also lose a lot of the nutrients and flavour. A much better option would be turning the heat down and leave it on a low heat, so the […]

Can you eat naturally cured Italian prosciutto raw?

Can you eat prosciutto raw? Yes, you can eat naturally cured Italian prosciutto raw. Prosciutto is a type of cured ham that is a staple of Italian cuisine. It is made by dry-curing the hind leg of a pig with sea salt for several months, which results in a distinctive flavor and texture. Naturally cured […]

Backpacking Southeast Asia for 3 months, what will it cost?

Backpacking southeast Asia Facebook Twitter Youtube Pinterest Instagram Wow, 3 months backpacking through Southeast Asia. For many, truly a dream come true, but how much money should you take? and how much will it cost? This will obviously vary with each person as everyone is different and what may suit one person may not be […]

Can I become a professional chef without qualifications?

Yes, you can become a professional chef without qualifications, No experience, no qualifications, no worry. There is plenty of work for everyone.. Most of my chefs jobs I applied for never even asked me what qualifications I had; they were more interested in what experience I had. Unfortunately, it is a bit of a catch […]

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