There’s nothing better than spanking clean dinnerware and sparkling wine glasses straight out of the dishwasher. But what if your dishwasher is falling down on the job and your glasses, pots, pans and dishware look streaky or have bits of residue still caked on? It’s easy to forget that the …
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Self-cleaning ovens are a wonderful invention. They have a function called pyrolytic cleaning. “Pyrolytic” means that it uses pyrolysis, “the thermochemical decomposition of organic materials at high temperatures”. It heats the oven to between 880°F to 1000°F to convert organic material into ash and …
The Brazilian churrasco is all about the meat selection and side dishes. Picanha is a popular choice. Picanha is a cut of meat from the upper back side of the cow, just above the tail where it sits on a fat cap. The first step for a flavourful picanha is choosing the right meat. There are many …
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If you are just beginning your journey into collecting fine wine, you may be wondering how best to preserve your vintages. Fine wine really needs a home of its own where the temperature and humidity levels are specifically geared towards preserving your wine. To keep your wines in their optimum …
Keeping your fridge freezer working at its best means not only preserving food so that it is healthy and tasty, but it also saves money on energy bills. As always, consult your owner’s manual for specific instructions on care and maintenance of your model. Keep the Freezer Vents …
If you are an enthusiastic cook and love spending time in front of your stove, you’re most likely aware of the importance of removing the lingering heat and cooking odors from your kitchen. The best way to do that is to have an effective, efficient range hood that suits your kitchen and the size of …
Thank heavens for dishwashers. They provide sanitized dishes and cookware, and they save time and energy. Believe it or not, dishwashers use less energy than hand washing. Dishwashers also sanitize your dishes much better than hand washing because they use temperatures as high as 140° Fahrenheit. …
There’s nothing like the fresh, clean smell of just washed clothing. Washing machines, when in good repair, deliver sparkling clean clothes and linens. But sometimes your washer may need a little help. If you notice your machine isn’t operating as well as usual, check out these tips. Always keep …
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