August 20th, 2015
We’re living in the era of fast paced lives, which usually means people are opting for faster meal options. Now when we think of ‘fast food’ we usually always think of certain franchised restaurants that maybe easy to obtain, but not so easy on your waist line. With these great microwave recipes, ‘fast food’ no longer has to be the thought of unhealthy eating. Start your day ... Read more
August 18th, 2015
While all too many of us are heavily addicted to coffee (and resent its absence), a substantial number of us are equally addicted to the devil-bean’s primary rival – tea. This classic beverage forms an integral part of culinary traditions around the world, and has a culture surrounding its preparation and consumption that’s every bit as complex and rich as that of coffee or wine. One interesting tea-preparation ... Read more
August 13th, 2015
Continuing Appliances Online’s irregular “What the Heck?” series, today we explain an occasionally tricky appliance definition – the Dual Fuel stove. So what the heck IS a dual fuel stove? In short, it’s a stove (as in, a freestanding upright oven with a cooktop mounted on top) that utilises two types of fuel to power your cooking performance – gas and electricity. Westinghouse WFE914SA Freestanding Dual Fuel Oven/Stove This usually ... Read more
August 12th, 2015
Sometimes a certain craving comes over any barbecue lover, and that’s the craving for a good steak. Nothing can quite come close to the classic staple, but this recipe with a French twist will not only hit the spot, but add a little extra oomph to your delicious sirloin, or mouthwatering porterhouse. Also, keep this part a secret to anyone you serve it to, but the trick ... Read more
August 10th, 2015
Going vegetarian is widely acknowledged to be a Good Thing, both in terms of ethics and health. But going vegetarian isn’t as simple as just giving up meat - it also means getting creative when you're cooking. For example, removing the steak from a meal of steak, chips and salad isn't going to leave you with a satisfying vegetarian meal. source: Siddhantsahni28 on Wikimedia Commons Making healthy and delicious vegetarian ... Read more
August 7th, 2015
The Story As a parent you definitely want what’s best for your child. We keep them safe, warm, and well fed day in and day out. But when it comes to food and nutrition, do we really know what is in store bought baby food? Recently I baby-sat my 10month old niece (I do not have any kids of my own… yet) and as I was feeding her ... Read more
August 6th, 2015
Whether you’re looking at new ovens, cooktops, or barbeques, you don’t want to make mistakes when it comes to buying cooking appliances – replacing them can be time-consuming and costly! Luckily, Appliances Online is here to help. Check out our collection of videos answering some of our most frequently asked cooking appliance questions: What are all the different types of ovens and which one is right for me? ... Read more
August 4th, 2015
Cold brew coffee is one of those things that people like to tell you they knew about before it was cool. Geddit? Cool? Forget it... source: Dennis Tang on Flickr I wasn’t one of those people – when I first heard about cold brew coffee a few months ago, its street cred had already been well-established. Now that cold brew has become available from behind the counters of international ... Read more
August 3rd, 2015
Do your household’s ice cube trays end up going unused for the half of the year when it’s too cold for icy drinks? During these winter months, it’s all too common for ice cube trays to be relegated to the back of the cupboard to gather dust, and the twist ice makers built into many freezers become wastes of space. The twist ice maker of a Haier HRF224FW ... Read more
July 31st, 2015
The Product There are tons of different contact grills available on the market at the moment, and we absolutely love it! But to give you the most accurate and honest feedback, I will be focusing on the Sunbeam GC7850B sandwich press & contact grill today, as I personally have one in my kitchen at home, which I use day in and day out. The Hard Facts Let’s have a chat about ... Read more
July 22nd, 2015
Washing up isn’t fun to do. This is a fact. Regardless of whether you find it easier to wash up by hand in the kitchen sink, or load up a dishwasher to do the work for you, it’s not the part of the day that many people look forward to. Here are a few ideas for recipes that let you get out of doing the washing up* ... Read more
July 16th, 2015
When we’re in our late teens or early twenties, the tough years of university are upon us, and it’s time to move out of the nest. The last thing on our mind is stocking up on the right kitchen appliances, because as we all know, these are normally the years of 2-minute noodles and loaves of bread. [caption id="attachment_32877" align="aligncenter" width="266"] Image courtesy of hyena reality at FreeDigitalPhotos.net[/caption] BUT ... Read more
July 7th, 2015
In Australia, people host Christmas in July to emulate the traditional European winter Christmas. It’s my family tradition to include a mango treat at Christmas, and this mango ice-cream will be served for dessert at our Christmas in July lunch. Made with coconut milk, this ice-cream recipe (inspired by this one from Cookie+Kate) is great for those who are vegan or have a lactose intolerance. The recipe base ... Read more
June 30th, 2015
Having kids around can be a major factor in planning and choosing everyday home appliances, so next time you’re in the market for something from Appliances Online, take into account these quick tips to make sure your purchase is as child-friendly as possible: Induction Cooktops Induction cooktops are the best way to avoid burnt fingers, especially sneaky little ones. Because induction cooktops work by transferring heat to magnetic ... Read more
June 23rd, 2015
It’s important to eat healthy, making sure you choose recipes and ingredients with a balanced mix of fresh food groups. But it’s also important to cook healthy, keeping your kitchen clean and germ-free. Here are a few simple tips to help reduce the spread of germs through your kitchen and ensure that your food is handled safely: Wash everything but your meats Before you start cooking, make sure that ... Read more