Features to Consider When Choosing a Water Filter for Under the Sink

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A water filter that goes under your home's kitchen sink can be a great investment for any homeowner; this type of filter is often stronger than the ones attached to a water pitcher in order to remove more impurities. However, they're not as expensive or difficult to install as a filter that attaches to the home's entire plumbing system. The water filters you might choose for under the sink are not all alike, so note some features to consider when shopping.

29 June 2016

Event catering for a pool party

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Pool parties are a great way to take advantage of the sunshine and spend some time with friends and family outdoors. Here are some tips on catering a pool party to keep it fun and classy, while generating minimal waste for you have to clean up after the guests have left.  Fruit kebabs It can be nice to have fruit but they can often be hard to handle as finger food as they often need to be peeled and can result in a lot of rubbish.

14 June 2016

Delicious dessert pizzas

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Pizza might traditionally have pride of place in the entrees and mains section of the menu but it can also be a fun and unique addition to the dessert section of the menu. Next time you are planning a pizza night why not add some yummy desert pizza. Here are some ideas for your toppings.  Chocolate  If you are looking for a way to add some chocolate to your meal there are a few option.

18 April 2016

Five tips for hiring a catering service on a budget

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When catering for an event, most budget conscious event planners wants to keep the food quality high while the price remains low. If you're hiring a catering service, check out these five tips to help you prevent a budget blowout. Opt for a buffet-style meal Instead of trying to cater for your guests with table service, a buffet-style meal will save you considerable money on wait staff. Buffets are an increasingly popular catering choice for weddings, parties and other informal events, as it is a budget-friendly way to provide your guests with variety.

7 April 2016

3 best dishes to try when you go to a Szechuan Chinese restaurant

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Chinese restaurants have a range of different tastes and textures. Szechuan (sometimes written as Sichuan) cuisine comes from the south-west of China and is categorised by a spicy punch and liberal use of aromatics such as pepper and garlic. Here are 3 great dishes to try when you go to a Szechuan restaurant.  Kung pao chicken Kung pao chicken is one of the best-known dishes from the Szechuan style of cooking. It is a spicy stir fried chicken dish with chilli, chicken, vegetable and peanuts for texture.

30 March 2016

Working on a Small Budget? Simple Decoration Ideas for Your Wedding Venue

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The success of any event depends on the kind of planning done before the actual day. In the case of a wedding, preparing the reception is crucial. If you are operating on a limited budget, then you need to look for ways to keep the expenses low without having to forego the comfort of your guests. Below are some cheap but inventive ways of decorating your wedding reception:  Cover the Tables with Fabric

16 March 2016

Running a Commercial Food Business? Buy Wholesale, Pre-Prepared Potatoes and Put Your Business in the Fast Lane

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Food preparation is a meticulous process that takes time and concentration. One of the most commonly prepared food items that require a lot of this concentration and time is potatoes. Unlike fruits, grains or green vegetables, potatoes have to be attended to one by one before they can find their way into a cooking pot. However, you can change all this by ordering wholesale, pre-prepared potatoes. This is ideal for businesses like hotels, cafes, restaurants, fast food joints, catering businesses, etc.

14 December 2015