Prepare asparagus to perfection: Here's howWhether with hollandaise sauce, as a salad or au gratin - we love asparagus in all its varieties. And in the few months in which the noble spears are available, we take the opportunity to prepare a gr...
10 ideas against food wasteWe Germans are masters when it comes to throwing food away. Far too often, food that could have been good to eat ends up in the garbage can. We have 10 ideas to help you declare war on food waste!
Storing spices: how spices retain their aromaNo question: without spices, every meal would taste bland. But we usually only need a pinch of ground ginger, curry or paprika. Dried spices such as thyme, basil or rosemary are also used sparingly. G...
Clever household tricks: What kitchen sponges can doThe kitchen sponge is one of the most important members of the cleaning fleet. Its fine-pored foam side can absorb a lot of water and clean delicately. The scrubbing side can scrub powerfully. But the...
The perfect breading: How to make schnitzel & co. really crispyMeat, poultry or fish, even vegetables - they all become a tasty treat with a tender crispy crust. There are a few little tricks to follow to ensure that the breading is nice and crispy and golden bro...
Coffee addiction: Is caffeine really addictive?Without it, many of us can hardly open our eyes in the morning: With 162 liters per capita per year, coffee is the Germans' favorite drink (source: Tchibo). But what does this cult drink actually trig...
4 tricks with muffin tinsThey are very practical for baking, but muffin tins can do more than just make it easier for us to eat delicious cakes. These four practical tricks for using muffin tins will surprise you.
Perfect bridging: Preparing meat with kitchen twineThe term bridging refers to the shaping of meat or fish with kitchen twine, roulade needles or wooden skewers for the cooking process. It is one of the most popular cooking techniques for poultry in p...
Attention those with a sweet tooth: This toffee liqueur sweetens our winterEspecially in the cold season, those with a sweet tooth crawl out of their hiding places and hunt down everything that is sweet, sticky and forbiddenly tasty - because under thick layers of fabric, li...
Homemade classic sauces: recipes for ketchup, mayo & mustardWhether ketchup, mayo or mustard - we now simply make our favorite sauces ourselves! Why? Because nothing is easier than that. And because you can taste the love with which everything is prepared. We ...
Clever household tricks with baking powderIt is indispensable in the kitchen and is used in many baking recipes. However, our clever household tricks with baking soda prove that it is also helpful in the home, because it is a real all-rounder...
Autumn vegetables and fruit: in season nowThe fact that it's slowly getting colder and less comfortable outside doesn't bother us at all. Because the golden season not only brings great inspiration for decorations, but also delicious autumn v...
Cleaning a glass ceramic cooktop: How to make it shine againGlass ceramic hobs can be found in most German households. This cooktop looks classy - but unfortunately only when it is sparkling clean and shiny. With these care tips, it is easy to clean and remain...
Removing limescale stains: the best way to do itUnfortunately, we cannot completely avoid limescale build-up. Because wherever kitchen appliances, taps etc. come into contact with water, it quickly spreads. How can you easily remove limescale stain...
7 foods that should not be reheatedReheated food doesn't taste good? Not true. Because the soup or stew from the day before can taste great the second time you eat it. But how often can you actually reheat food and when does it become ...
The potato ABC: properties, uses and three delicious basic recipesEven if the great tubers look quite similar at first glance, each variety has its own distinctive characteristics. Here we reveal how potatoes differ in terms of their cooking properties and use, as w...
We love olives: Interesting facts and delicious olive recipesThere are said to be over 100 different varieties of olives. And they don't just differ in color. We reveal a few exciting facts about the Mediterranean stone fruit as well as delicious olive recipes.
Kitchen tip: Cooking and baking without scalesDo you want to bake or conjure up a dessert but don't have a kitchen scale to hand? No problem, with a cup and tablespoon you can cook or bake without a scale. From sugar to rice to nuts - with this l...
What to do if the dishwasher smells?Flap open, stench out? Please don't. If the dishwasher smells, it's not just unpleasant for the nose, it can also become a hygiene problem. Fortunately, we can prevent this with a few tips. Read on to...
Cooking methods in check: healthy enjoyment made easyThere are numerous ways to prepare vegetables. But with many of them, valuable vitamins are lost. Gentle cooking methods preserve them. The best cooking methods for vegetables:
