Preserving a craft: Downlands Brewery and the critical importance of pH and temperature consistency

Preserving a craft: Downlands Brewery and the critical importance of pH and temperature consistency

From vegan hazy pale ales to all manner of dessert-inspired stouts, beer as a category of drinks is more diverse and interesting than it has ever been. The UK has emerged as a hub of creativity in this market, with brewers all over the country 

Forget “How long?”, ask “How hot?”: The importance of temperature measurement in cooking

Forget “How long?”, ask “How hot?”: The importance of temperature measurement in cooking

“The number one question I get asked is ‘how long?’, and it’s the one question I hate,” says James Palmer Rosser, chef and director at Kent Cookery School. In his classes, Rosser teaches recreational enthusiasts to cook at a professional level. He explains that his 

Beekeeping & Hive Temperatures with SW Honey Farms

Beekeeping & Hive Temperatures with SW Honey Farms

When it comes to beehives, it’s no surprise that bees do an incredible job of maintaining optimum temperature and humidity conditions all by themselves. But there are several temperatures that beekeepers need to keep track of when inspecting their hives, bottling honey and moulding beeswax.  

Coffee Temperatures: Beans to Brew with Kendricks

Coffee Temperatures: Beans to Brew with Kendricks

If you’re a coffee person, you might already know a thing or two about coffee temperatures. You’ll probably  know that pouring boiling hot water or milk over your beans will impair the delicious flavours. You might also be aware of how important the roast is 

Interview: Baking Pies with Piglet’s Pantry

Interview: Baking Pies with Piglet’s Pantry

Piglet’s Pantry began as a small seaside bakery with a mission to create amazing British pies, using the best quality British ingredients. Nine years, three buildings and 32 British Pie Awards later they are supplying 50,000 baked goods per week to sports stadiums, entertainment venues