July 11th, 2012 by Keri Algar

This story comes on the back of a blog where we looked at some of the more marvelous and unknown qualities of vegetables. Did you know, for example, celery can make woman horny and in England, large patches of thyme were planted for fairies to play in? So what other interesting facts lurk in the kitchen? If you fancy the idea of baffling somebody with your peculiar knowledge of foodstuffs, here's a list ... Read more

July 11th, 2012 by Keri Algar

An unlicensed kitchen installer has been ordered to pay fines and costs by Parramatta Local Court for demanding and receiving more than the maximum deposit allowed for residential work. Hong Cheng Luo, a Canterbury man, was also found guilty of unlicensed contracting and unlicensed kitchen installation work. He has been ordered to pay $4,486. Fair Trading was tipped off by a compliant from a consumer in Bexley for unsatisfactory kitchen work. An ... Read more

July 11th, 2012 by Mark Bristow

Fifty Shades of Grey by E. L. James is the bestseller that has taken the world by storm.  The erotic novel is being dissected by book groups, analysed by critics, and gushed about across the internet. It seems to be a book that is either loved or loathed.  One man reportedly so strongly disapproved of his partner's choice in reading material that he tried to show her ... Read more

July 11th, 2012 by Richie Black

We've covered ants and cockroaches, now here's your one-stop, everything-you-need-to-know, flat-out awesome how-to guide for getting rid of rats. Ahhh, rats. Sneaky, cunning and the ultimate survivors. Slimy, stinky and disease-ridden. Sort of the lawyers of the animal kingdom. And, of course, particularly drawn to places like kitchens and laundries. Not only do they offer warmth and food - but potential sources of shelter ... including that offered ... Read more

July 6th, 2012 by Keri Algar

If you don't fancy a flood or a fire in the laundry room then we suggest you take a look over our essential tips for washing machine and dryer maintenance!  Laundry maintenance doesn't take long, nor does it require loads of effort. In fact most of these tips just ask that you cast a glance and look out for certain things. Tips for both the washing machine and ... Read more

July 6th, 2012 by Mark Bristow

A particularly nasty cold and flu has been making its way around our section of the Appliances Online office, felling each of us for a few days at a time, until we're well enough to drag ourselves back to our desks and pass on the bug to the next lucky sod. This is not an unusual occurrence for an office in winter, and something similar can happen ... Read more

July 5th, 2012 by Keri Algar

Perhaps there's been a power cut, a spill that never got wiped up, or you've been away for the weekend while a science project has been growing in the fridge. Either way, opening up the door to be greeted with a wave of stinky air is enough to put you off your food! The only way to get rid of bad odours in the fridge is to ... Read more

July 5th, 2012 by Mark Bristow

The people of France have developed an unfair reputation as cheese eating surrender monkeys in recent years, in blatant disregard of the nation’s valuable contribution to the world's history and culture. With the Tour de France back on our screens and Bastille Day less than a fortnight away (14 July, to be exact), it’s high time to start embracing our inner Francophiles. Here are a few ideas to ... Read more

July 3rd, 2012 by Richie Black

Here is a blog about a fridge. Oh, god, I can almost hear you pitching head-first into your keyboard with the boredom of it all. Think how I feel. I have to write this because Louise asked me to. Well, hang on there, tiger. Hoist yourself back to the upright position – there you go, easy does it - now I come to look at it, this is ... Read more

July 3rd, 2012 by Richie Black

Appliances Online and Electrolux are joining forces to help the charity 1 Million Women take action against climate change with a competition that puts four environmentally-friendly fridges up for grabs.  1 Million Women is an organisation dedicated to helping Australian women live more sustainably on a daily-basis – each member taking on the challenge of cutting one tonne of carbon pollution from their lives over 12 ... Read more

June 28th, 2012 by Richie Black

Members of the Appliances Online marketing team discovered the link between cake and porn last night. When at last we stumbled out into the cold night air, we were satiated and energised… with a distinctly sweet taste in our mouths. Let me explain. “Porn.Cake” is a new production running at the Stables Theatre, Sydney, until July 14. We went to see it, and duly enjoyed a creamy slice of contemporary ... Read more

June 28th, 2012 by Mark Bristow

The perfect steak is a bit like the Holy Grail – lots of people are searching for it, but everyone has a different idea of exactly what it is and how to find it. With there being as many opinions on what makes a great steak as there are steak aficionados, we've collected seven of the most commonly-recommended pieces of advice to help you reach carnivorous nirvana ... Read more

June 25th, 2012 by Richie Black

You know those foods that are the hardest to eat in social situations? The ones that often end up splattered down the front of your shirt. Usually, to the horror - or worse, amusement - of your dining companion. Well, here’s a little guide to some foods more likely to end up your clothing than in your stomach. With some tips n' tricks on how to handle ... Read more

June 22nd, 2012 by Mark Bristow

A team of scientists has designed what is being hailed as 'the healthiest meal in the world,' able to satisfy all 222 health claims accepted by the European Food Safety Authority. While it took 5 years for the EFSA to narrow the 44,000 health claims submitted by its member groups down to just 222, it took the UK's Leatherhead Food Research Group only a week to design ... Read more

June 20th, 2012 by Keri Algar

The best thing about getting kids to help out around the house - especially young ones - is that they don't really know the difference between a chore and a super fun activity like dusting. Seriously, it's crazy. It's a matter of perception, and if you make it look like an easy and fun activity that they would be fools to miss out on, there's a good ... Read more