A very random Christmas gift ideas’ list
Stuck for Christmas gift ideas? Need some inspiration? Check out this year’s Very Random Gift Ideas List, from coffee beans to chilli peppers.
Breville Bijou barista masterclass & product review
Conquer the mysteries of latte art and make the perfect coffee at home with the Breville Bijou Espresso machine. Pastabites road tests it on a sunny day in London.
Caglio Tasting Box review
What is Caglio? Caglio was born after many foodie talks between the two founders, Daniele and Alessio. Both Italians, both working in the food industry for many years. Alessio working with food producers everyday and Daniele living in UK and struggling to find genuine Italian products, not overpriced or coming by the same industrial brands. In Italy there are many small scale artisans producers that make incredible products but they are usually confined to sell in their small area of origin….
A recipe: Beetroot Chocolate brownie cake
Beetroot in a cake? Yes why not! When Oddbox sent me a couple of beetroots in my weekly box, I was not too sure what to do with them. It’s a bit of a faff to handle them due to their beautiful, rich coloured flesh and I had already made some pickled ones the week before. A cake seemed to be the perfect option – I had just been sent a new hand mixer by Breville and I was keen…
Ninja Foodi cooker review
Until about a year ago, I had never owned nor used a slow cooker, but I had always been tempted by getting one. My first experience was with one which I ‘test drove’ with a few different types of cooking, and really enjoyed. When I was given the opportunity to try a Ninjia product which has a similar set up but way more functions, I gladly accepted the offer, being now a fan of such machines. The Ninja Foodi Multi-Cooker combines many…