Object of desire... microwave oven

It’s incredible what you can cook at the touch of a button – from chocolate cake to butternut squash risotto, microwaves can save you valuable time and energy. In fact, they’re more energy-efficient t

When they were introduced a few decades ago, microwaves changed the culinary world forever – they made cooking much quicker and more straightforward, and defrosting food a simple process. No wonder th

We may have all manner of modern gadgetry and user-friendly kit in our kitchens, but often it’s the most humble objects that mean more to us than anything else.

(Photograph taken around 1960) Well, 1957 arrived and, having deliberately fluffed two 11-plus exams to avoid Bala Grammar School, I attended Corwen Secondary School. We were told that we were the fir

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This countertop oven is a wonderful addition to my kitchen. It is so versatile (and I also love the peachy colour). It offers six functions – air fry, bake, roast, toast, grill and reheat – and has st