HOUSE RULES 

 

If you like wearing pale-coloured, nylon tracksuits or expensive roadman tops, put on an apron when you are frying food.

 

Always wash your hands with soap before you start cooking. 

 

Only re-heat food ONCE and make sure any meat dishes re-boil for several minutes. 

 

“Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness.” Auguste Escoffier, the French godfather of cooking.

 

Don’t try to make pizzas.

 

Wash up every night before you go to bed. 

 

Never leave the kitchen while you are cooking and share out the tasks. 

 

If there’s a pan fire, cover with a damp tea towel.

 

Buy cheap cooking wine to use in recipes and re-cork after use.  However, if you are likely to drink the wine at the same time or serve it during the meal, go for a mid-range Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon to prevent a sulphurous headache.

 

Home cooking costs ¼ the price of a fastfood takeaway.