Our Favorite Recipes of 2022

At the start of this year, the Serious Eats team came out swinging―developing a slew of potato recipes for Starch Madness (surprise surprise, French fries won!). Beyond testing recipes for tartiflette and aloo tikki, our team continued to develop and test as the year progressed, bringing to life some of what have become staff favorites.…

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Best suncatcher craft kits to buy now for toddlers, kids and teenagers

We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. 1 Hobbycraft Suncatcher Rainbow Kit 1 Hobbycraft Suncatcher Rainbow Kit Now 33% OffCredit: Hobbycraft Every little one loves a rainbow and for £1 you can’t go wrong with this little craft activity. The kit comes with your plastic rainbow, an applicator to…

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21 Recipes to Make With Your Newly Gifted Gear

Coming out of the holiday season and into the New Year, you may find yourself with one (or a few!) new pieces of kitchen gear, thanks to Santa or the Holiday Armadillo. While a new piece of equipment is exciting, you might be scratching your head and wondering where to start with it. If you…

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10 of the best sewing machine tables to buy right now

We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. Best budget sewing table Comet Sewing Table Best budget sewing table Comet Sewing Table This sewing table doesn’t come with any fancy extras, but it does have a spot to put your machine, a roomy desktop for your fabric and a shelf…

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Stir-Fried Cucumbers With Trumpet Mushrooms and Torch Hei Recipe

Why This Recipe Works The high-output flame of a kitchen blowtorch imparts the distinctive smoky aroma and flavor of classic wok hei that is otherwise very difficult to achieve on a Western stovetop. Salting and draining the cucumbers before cooking allows them to sear in a hot wok rather than steaming into mush. Stir-frying the…

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Best scrapbook ideas for beginners – tips from the experts

If you’ve never had a scrapbook before, then prepare to be inspired with these brilliant scrapbooking ideas. Learning how to scrapbook is a rewarding craft that you can share with friends and family members. Taking the humble photo album to a new creative level, when you start planning layout ideas inspired by a theme and…

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Papri Chaat (Indian Street Snack) Recipe

Why This Recipe Works The chaat masala is a spice blend that adds funky, salty, spicy, and sour flavors to the chaat. Fresh mint chutney and tangy-sweet tamarind chutney add bright, fresh, tart, and sweet flavors to the fried crisps. Making papri chaat at home allows you to customize the ratios and seasoning to your…

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Kate Middleton Talks Pressure of Naming Her Three Kids

Of course, the pair went for traditional names with all three of their kids, and each has a history within the royal family. For starters, Queen Elizabeth’s father was named King George VI, and the Prince and Princess of Wales liked that name prior to having their first child. However, it was reported by The…

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How to make a crochet beach bag

Are you looking for the perfect accessory to take to the beach? Look no further than our stylish free pattern for a crochet beach bag! This bag is perfect for taking all your bits and bobs to the beach without compromising on style. Our free crochet pattern uses Prima yarn available exclusively at The Works…

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Charred Asparagus With Miso Béarnaise Sauce Recipe

Why This Recipe Works A small amount of miso lends savory depth to classic béarnaise sauce that complements the grassiness of spring asparagus. Using an immersion blender to blend the béarnaise creates a strong emulsion. Cooking asparagus most of the way in a dry cast iron pan cuts down on unwanted smoke in the kitchen.…

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