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Does every kitchen need an air fryer?

Let’s talk air fryers …. It was something I avoided for a long time!  Did I really need one?  Were they worth the money? Would they work for family meals? Would the teens use it? Where they really as good as everyone said? Did I have the space in my kitchen? Well, I finally succumbed, and my verdict is that I like it! Yes, I could live without it, but it has simplified some of our dinners and it has enabled my teens to get more creative in the kitchen.  It is great if you are cooking for 1 or …

Embrace the Sizzle: A Guide to Mastering BBQ Season in the UK

Is summer on the horizon?  It is finally time to fire up the BBQ? We all know (and deep-down love) the famously unpredictable British summer, but it’s unpredictability doesn’t mean you have to abandon your BBQ. With a few tips, tricks, and mouth-watering recipes, you can elevate your outdoor cooking game, come rain or shine. Preparing for Success 1. The Right Equipment: Investing in a quality BBQ is the first step. Whether you prefer the smoky flavour of a charcoal grill or the convenience of gas, make sure your equipment is up to the task. Accessories such as long-handled tongs, …

Decluttering Your Kitchen: A Guide to a Tidy and Efficient Space

Delicious and Real’s Guide to Decluttering Your Kitchen: A Guide to a Tidy and Efficient Space We talk about a ‘spring clean’ but actually each season is an opportunity to reset, declutter, look at our homes functionality and make sure everything is meeting our needs. The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home—a place where meals are prepared, family and friends gather, and memories are made. However, it can quickly become one of the most cluttered spaces in the house: from overflowing cupboards to countertops filled with gadgets, a cluttered kitchen can make cooking stressful and less enjoyable. If you’re looking …

Planning and prepping are the only way!

Planning and prepping go hand in hand: once you have created your meal plan, you can then work out which meals and ingredients to prep at the weekend.  If I didn’t plan and prep my meals, we wouldn’t have home-cooked meals every day of the week and our shopping bills would be a lot higher. As a busy, working mum, this is an essential part of my weekly routine. So, what are my top ten preps? And, here’s a link to the glass containers I use – they are one of my kitchen hero products! I share lots of meal-plan …

Give Yourself Grace: Quick Recipes Using Cupboard Staples

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to get caught up in the pressure to create elaborate meals. However, sometimes all you need is a bit of grace and the ability to whip up something delicious using what’s already in your cupboard. This is the premise that my business is built on: good food shouldn’t be complicated and should consist of everyday ingredients cooked simply.  Here are a few Delicious and Real, quick and easy recipes that will save you time and effort, allowing you to enjoy a tasty meal without the fuss. Chickpea Curry Tuna Pasta …