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National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day

November the 15th is national clean out your refrigerator day – this is a great idea in preparation for the upcoming festive holidays. With family gatherings ahead, room is needed for all the party favourites such as sausage rolls and Cadburys chocolate fingers. Then there’s the left overs the day after. All you really need is some warm soapy warm, sponge and disinfectant, easy right?! Start by emptying each shelf. Get rid of any out of date or food not using. Wipe away any food residue with a dry cloth…

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National Pasta Day

October the 17th is this years national pasta day, who doesn’t love pasta but did you know the following facts… There are over 350 types of pasta There is a shape of pasta for every sauce When cooking if you throw a piece against a wall/cupboard and it sticks, its ready to eat Pasta contains 6 of your essential 8 amino acids Most dried pasta is made from only 2 ingredients – semolina flour and water The 3 most popular types are – spaghetti, macaroni and penne Pasta originated from…

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Unlimited power vacuum by Bosch

“Let’s get you all set for a deep spring clean. No need to hire professional help. With the Bosch Unlimited, you’re good to go. The Unlimited 7 is a favourite within our vacuum range. With unbeatable flexibility and maximum power, the variety of attachments combined with a 40 minute run time make it the perfect partner for a spring clean or your general daily vacuum. The crevice nozzle You’ve likely seen this one before, but the crevice nozzle is perfect for just that – crevices! Behind doors, around door frames, skirting…

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Montpellier’s Guide To Refrigeration

Our Guide To Refrigeration Systems What are the different refrigeration systems?   There are four main refrigeration systems: Static, Low frost, Frost Free and Total No Frost. Depending on which system a freezer or fridge freezer has can affect the longevity of the food kept inside it and the amount of space available for storage too.   Total No Frost is the newest kid on the block in refrigeration systems. Total No Frost works on the same principle as Frost Free, but it also circulates air around the fridge as well as…

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It’s Getting Hot in Here!

Here comes the sun and its getting hot in here!    (How many of the 16 summer song titles can you spot in our blog?) The temperatures are rising and whilst the sun is shining in the UK. Too much sun exposure is dangerous, and the heat can be very uncomfortable for us all. Here are a few ways to keep cool this summer in our heatwave. STAY HYDRATED Staying hydrated is essential not just in the summer time but all year round. Being dehydrated can affect our energy levels…

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Montpellier’s guide to buying the right hob

Energy Efficiency Under current legislation, hobs do not require an energy label so do not have an energy rating. The most efficient type of hob currently is an induction hob, as it heats the pan directly, rather than the hob surface. Sizes Standard hobs come with either two, four or five cooking zones. However, the dimensions for each size of hob can differ quite a lot. Always check the dimensions of a new hob before you buy to make sure it will fit in the space on your work surface.…

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Quiet Mark on appliances by Bosch

What is Quiet Mark? Quiet Mark is an independent global certification programme focused on improving health and wellbeing. Their platform helps consumers and industry professionals easily find the quietest high-performance products on the market. These are identified by thorough scientific testing which provides reliable information about the sound the product makes, to enable consumers to make educated decisions that will help them achieve a peaceful and productive environment. Working from home The world took a very different turn a couple of years ago and many of us were forced to…

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Frighteningly Good Halloween Celebrations

Happy Halloween! It’s that time of year when we get to dress up just for the sheer fun of it! But Halloween is not a modern holiday, it dates back over 2000 years ago.  When ancient Celts commemorated the end of the harvest season, between the fall equinox and the winter solstice by lighting bonfires, dancing and wearing masks to ward off spirits – sound familiar?   Over the years this evolved, (10th century) when Christianity adapted this celebration to All Saints Day on the 1st November, and the 2nd of…

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Man Cave & She Shed’s

Man Caves and She Shed’s are perfect for all sorts of reasons like hiding from your kids and having some time out, a place to share with friends and family, to study and work hard on your own, a retreat for mindfulness or a space to do crafting the reasons are endless. These places have been created in garages, lofts, cellars, summer houses and sheds, anywhere there is a space!  A retreat of your very own and a place you can design as your heart desires, as anything goes. A…

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Gingersnaps

Gingersnaps aren’t just for Christmas, thin, crunchy and full of spice, they are easy to make and ideal for your biscuit treat. July the 1st is National Gingersnap day so it’s only right that this week’s recipe is dedicated to Gingersnaps! The main difference between gingersnaps and gingerbread is that gingersnaps are baked for longer, which is where the crisp “snap” come from. Gingersnaps are also cut into circles rather than all different shapes. Ingredients:  350g plain flour 175g soft brown sugar 100g butter 1 large free range egg 1…

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