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Ho w many of you like to have cold water on reaching home after a busy day? Or are you one of those who keeps the left-over dinner into the refrigerator to make a meal out of it the next day? The refrigerator is one of the coolest inventions. Imagine a life without a refrigerator and you would realise its importance. With the advent of technology, it’s no longer a necessity but a luxurious item. And therefore, many see it as a long-term investment. Here is a list of simple hacks by which you can extend the shelf life of your refrigerator: Put the frequently used items in the front shelves of the refrigerator. Keep the newly purchased food items behind older ones, so that you use the older foods first. Keep cooked items on higher shelves than raw ingredients. Don't store milk, eggs and dairy products in the door shelves. Rather, use the space to store the less perishable goods like condiments, soft drinks etc. Cold air tends to travel downwards. That’s why...

Getting a new kitchen is exciting but it can be an intimidating exercise. A seasoned kitchen consultant should be able to address your concerns and help you plan your perfect kitchen. List of things that you should do before finalising a kitchen consultant: Prepare a bucket list for your kitchen Identify your ‘needs’ and ‘wants’ for your dream kitchen and make a checklist of the same. ‘Needs’ are necessary while ‘wants’ are optional. You should be able to differentiate between the two and set your priorities accordingly. Make a scrapbook of your perfect kitchen ideas Browse online galleries; flip through home and kitchen décor magazines to prepare an album of how your ideal kitchen should look like. Fix your budget Prior to your meet with the kitchen consultant, it will be helpful if you establish a budget for the project. Sticking to the same will allow you to stay on track and also help the consultant to make suggestions that will help you achieve y...

For men, kitchen acumen is definitely an added advantage. But some men believe that cooking is not their ‘cup of tea’. What do you do when your wife is sick or not available in the kitchen? Would you order food from outside for your kids all the times they are hungry?  Rather than ordering from the nearby restaurant, it’s advisable to take the matter into your own hands. Have a look at the following points why men should learn cooking. Read on: You can save money Any day and any time, a home-cooked meal will cost you less than your favourite dish from a fancy restaurant.  Apart from having some healthy food, you can save a few bucks for your future. You become your own saviour Once you learn the tricks of the kitchen, you won’t have to sleep with an empty belly or rely on anyone for your favourite meals. Your family and friends will be mighty impressed Satisfaction is guaranteed when you know that your family and kids are going to enjoy the meal ...