Well, Spring is here and for many it’s a time to dust off the cobwebs and say goodbye to the chills of winter. It’s also a time of year that many of us give our home a thorough Spring Clean … a time to pay attention to those tasks that don’t need to be done all the time or those small jobs that sometimes get overlooked. A classic example of this is the humble toaster.   Ours sits quietly inside the appliance cupboard and is used faithfully almost every single day but I have to admit it does get ignored a little … you know, out of … read more

  I love wood cutting boards as they bring a certain warmth to any kitchen. I also love their versatility as they can be used as a serving platter or cheese board as well. They do, however, require some care and attention to ensure they maintain their appearance, hygiene and functionality.   First of all, here are a couple of things you shouldn’t do with your cutting board. Avoid putting it in the dishwasher as the water can be too hot causing your cutting board to warp or, worse still, crack or split. It’s also a good idea not to leave them soaking in … read more

  Keeping my kitchen rubbish bin clean is an essential part of my housework routine. I’m a bit fussy about it because if there’s one thing that makes the hairs on the back of my neck stand up, it’s a stinky bin … yuk!   When I renovated my kitchen, I had a double plastic bin installed in a pullout cupboard. The front bin we use for general rubbish, the second bin we use for any recycling items like paper, cardboard, cans or bottles and most food scraps get fed into the garbage disposal (and you can read here for tips to keep that clean). This style of … read more