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Experts reveal the neglected areas of your kitchen cleaning routine as nearly half of people don’t clean chopping boards and knives correctly Cleaning and catering experts have revealed the items in your kitchen which are most overlooked when it comes to your cleaning routine. From cabinet handles contaminated with bacteria to pathogens in your oven gloves, deep cleaning the lesser-known parts of your kitchen is crucial to avoid the spread of germs, cross contamination and more. In light of this, Rachael Kiss from Alliance Online, who specialises in commercial cleaning supplies shares the parts of your kitchen you should never overlook with…

Most people don’t think twice about their showerhead—until water starts spraying in all directions or the pressure suddenly drops. But by then, the damage is already done. According to Plumbworld’s bathroom experts, your showerhead should be cleaned at least once a month—but most people leave it far longer. The result? A hidden breeding ground for bacteria, limescale, and mold. Here’s a week-by-week breakdown of what happens when you neglect cleaning your showerhead—and why waiting too long could impact your health, water pressure, and even your plumbing. Week 1 – The Build-Up Begins Even if your showerhead looks clean, minerals from hard…

Most people assume that hotel rooms and Airbnbs are private spaces, but as a private investigator, I’ve seen firsthand how hidden cameras and surveillance devices are being secretly installed in accommodations across the UK. While some security cameras are legally used for property protection, I’ve handled cases where guests discovered recording devices in places they should never be—pointing at beds, bathrooms, and even changing areas. If you notice certain warning signs, you could be in a room that’s being watched. According to Online Spy Shop, a leading expert in counter-surveillance, there are certain red flags that every traveler should know. If…

Cowboy steaks are the latest meat dish to surge in popularity in the UK with online searches for both “cowboy steak recipe” and “how to cook cowboy steak in the oven” soaring by more than 5,000% over the last 30 days. But what actually is a cowboy steak? According to experts at online butcher Campbells Meat, a cowboy steak is typically a thick-cut, bone-in ribeye steak. It’s normally at least 1-2 inches thick and comes from the rib primal of the cow, similar to a classic ribeye steak. It gets its name due to the bone remaining in the cut which gives…

43 UK breweries have become insolvent in the last year*, says national accountancy group UHY Hacker Young. The 43 breweries that have become insolvent include names like Fourpure (location of a famous photo shoot for Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak), By The Horns, Magic Rock Brewery, Burton Town Brewery and Wild Weather Ales. Many of which are small, independent craft beer producers facing mounting cost pressures. Brian Johnson, Partner at UHY Hacker Young, says: “The craft beer boom was one of the most exciting recent trends in food and drink. Unfortunately, it is a sector that attracted too many entrepreneurs…

English Wine Week returns for 2025 from 21st – 29th June and what better way to celebrate than with the pioneers of English sparkling wine, Nyetimber. From booking an Open Weekend at the Nyetimber estate for a Tour and Tasting, to celebrating on a Nyetimber terrace in London, or reading the Nyetimber coffee table book at home with a glass of sparkling wine, there are many ways to celebrate with Nyetimber this English Wine Week. Tours and Tastings at the Nyetimber Estate This experience offers guests the opportunity to stroll through Nyetimber’s historic vineyards set amidst the rolling hills of the South…

Unleash your inner spy and take a trip to Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, where many of the key scenes for Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol were shot. Over a three-day filming period, Tom Cruise and co worked their magic in one of Dubai’s most luxurious hotels, most notably shooting the impressive ‘black tie scene’ in the hotel’s Ottoman-inspired lobby. Jumeirah Zabeel Saray is a palatial beachside resort located on the West Crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, and it’s the perfect place to live your best movie star life. The hotel’s interiors are inspired by the ancient palaces of Turkey and feature…

The team behind Restaurant Pine are thrilled to announce the full chef line-up for returning charity fundraiser concept BiteBack in aid of Cancer Research UK, as they set out to do it all again with SecondBite 2025, which will take place on 06th July, at Wylam Brewery, Palace of Arts, Newcastle. A stellar line-up of 20 of the UK’s leading Michelin-starred and multi-award-winning chefs have been signed up, featuring: Cal Byerley – Restaurant Pine Ian Waller – Restaurant Pine Chet Sharma – Bibi Gareth Ward – Ynyshir Tom Shepherd – Upstairs by Tom Shepherd Josh Angus – Hide Mark Donald…

This Sunday, 25th May, is National Wine Day and the perfect occasion to sip your favourite wine, or try something new! Van Hunks: Van Hunks Cap Classique Brut Sparkling Wine Bold, gold, smooth and dry, Van Hunks Brut Cap Classique is easy drinking, with perfect tiny bubbles. Van Hunks Cap Classique is produced using a traditional method identical to Méthode Champenoise. It is bottle fermented in small batches and matured in contact with the lees for approximately 30 months. Showcasing the best of South African sparkling wine, this Cap Classique is a blend of red and white grapes displaying the full, balanced yeasty complexity…

Serving up sunshine, flavour and goodness for British Tomato Fortnight This British Tomato Fortnight (2nd – 15th June), Isle of Wight Tomatoes celebrates the great British tomato in all its juicy, sun-ripened glory, teaming up with leading nutritionist and best-selling author Rhiannon Lambert. The collaboration spotlights Isle of Wight Tomatoes as the ultimate seasonal ingredient: naturally nutritious, full of flavour, and grown right here in the UK. Rhiannon has created an exclusive summer recipe, Ultimate Tomato Toast, featuring her favourite varieties of these award-winning tomatoes. It’s quick to make, bursting with goodness, and brings all the tastes of summer to your…