Published on March 17, 2025

Explore the decadent world of custards and creams, where rich flavours and smooth textures elevate baked goods to luxury level.  So you’ve perfected your baked goods, from golden éclairs to delicate pie shells and even the tall sponge cakes. Now is the moment to use the magic of custards and creams to enrich, fill and […]

Published on March 12, 2025

Tea is defined as a drink made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis (tea) plant. The leaves and leaf buds are used to make several different teas such as black- (Ceylon), green- and oolong tea.   To create the distinctly different teas, the leaves are processed in various ways to unlock different flavour profiles. Other […]

Published on March 11, 2025

From tiny tea-time bites to hearty stewed fruit pies, pastry class is in session! 5 types of pastry 1. Puff pastry A distinctively flaky pastry that puffs up when baked, suitable for savoury and sweet bakes. This pastry is made by laminating layers of butter between a flour-water mixture. Once in the oven, the butter […]

Published on March 10, 2025

The perfect breakfast option when you’re craving a moreish cake-like texture, but want a filling, healthy breakfast.    Baked oats base Makes 1 ½ cup rolled oats 1 medium banana ¼ cup milk 1 egg ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt Mocha Baked Oats  Add oat base ingredients to a blender […]

Published on March 5, 2025

Here are our favourite ways to level up your biscuit decor game.    Frost it   Lather in flavoured icing – Try one of our buttercream, royal icing or water icing recipes below.    Sprinkle Sprinkle    Once you’ve frosted your cookies, dot them with some fun themed sprinkles, perfect for parties or occasions.    Dip it   Dip the tops […]

Published on February 27, 2025

Ready to bake the ultimate milk tart for Milk Tart Day on 27 February? Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie in the kitchen, these handy tips from the MyKitchen food team will have you whipping up a creamy, dreamy dessert that’s sure to steal the show.  Top tip #1: Pack the crust with […]

Published on February 26, 2025

Air fryers seem like a magical kitchen appliance that can do no wrong, but (sadly) you can’t use them to cook everything. From soggy messes to uneven cooks, it’s best to avoid using an air fryer for these 3 foods.  1. Uncooked grains   Cooking a grain that must be submerged in water? Ditch the air […]

Published on February 26, 2025

No eggs? No problem! You can still get that gorgeous golden shine on your pastries with these clever egg-wash substitutes: (milk, aquafaba, butter, etc.)  But wait, what actually is egg wash?   Egg wash is made by whisking whole eggs until you form a smooth consistency. The whisked egg (the egg wash) is used to brush […]

Published on February 26, 2025

Another day, another TikTok hack! These four hacks for cleaning appliances will make your kitchen sparkle without the hassle – and no fancy supplies needed!  1. Add foil to dishwasher for shiny cutlery  Want to make your cutlery shine again? Simply drop a balled-up sheet of aluminium foil into the cutlery basket of your dishwasher […]

Published on February 25, 2025

Summer is still here so why not take advantage of the last of the hot days? Here are some handy tips on how to create a dreamy outdoor setting that’ll have everyone asking for seconds at your next al fresco feast.  1. Serve food on trays  If you’re far from the kitchen, carrying individual items […]