This project has involved a huge learning curve. Optimistically I hoped that I would simply download an existing paste extruder 3d model, print it and then make some small tweaks. Instead I discovered that the existing extruders did not work for fine extrusion through a nozzle. That meant that I needed to ... »
In this episode we test three antique gadgets. I love the ingenuity and design of some of these. Making them from metal means they are still functional 100 plus years later. Gadgets in this episode: Gadget One: Follows and Bates Marmalade Cutter source Follows and Bates, founded in 1867, manufactured horticultural and household machinery in England. circa: 1930s Gadget ... »
Lab grown meat was first made 11 years ago. Since then hundreds of companies have popped up to perfect this technique and bring it to the masses. But it is not in shops yet, so what is happening? Want to do some more reading? Here's some references for you: gfi.org. (n.d.). Record $3.1 billion invested ... »
In this episode of debunking we take a look at olive oil caramel, enzymes in honey, 2 ingredient recipes, using eggshell as a calcium source and irritable bowel syndrome. More resources for you: Joo, N., Shin, S., Kim, K., Lee, S., Jung, S., & Yeum, K. (2024b). Home Meal Replacement Fortified with Eggshell Powder and Vitamin D ... »
Cake Rescue: Fairy Cake You will need: three cake boards, one 10" thicker board to put the whole cake on, one 6" and one little 4" for the mushroom cake support sticks, these come in paper or plastic Fondant letter plunger cutter set or see alternatives without equipment here something with a flat edge for smoothing cakes, preferably metal. ... »
Testing curious antique gadgets. Some of these we picked up in flea markets in France, others were purchased online. I am very grateful for electric kitchen gadgets. »
Advertisements should entice you to buy a product. But they should not to lie to you. The question, when it comes to food styling, is where is the line between the truth and a lie? Is a photo of a burger true if it has all the ingredients doubled over at ... »
This 200 year old "modern" mille feuille recipe looks nothing like a mille feuille that you would buy at a French patisserie today. Step back in time and see how this impressive dessert was made by Careme, French chef to the Kings. A cake of mille feuilles (a thousand leaves) meringues. The first half ... »
Deadline Competition Entry Form Dave's new book: List of sellers In this episode: Can you make cotton candy with jolly ranchers and a straw? Does deep frying frozen eggs work? Can you safely heat treat flour at home for edible cookie dough? Can you cook rice in an air fryer? What is fairy bread? Want to know more about egg yolk ... »
Creative people often visualize their creations before they begin making it. However, without experience, the final outcome frequently fails to match up with their initial vision. Does this mean they should stop creating? Certainly not. It is only through practice and experimentation with the chosen medium, in this case cake and frosting, that they ... »
In this episode we are testing out some antique gadgets to see just how clever they are. Including a kan wondamixer that I found on on ebay, it's a manual stand mixer that was invented in Australia. And a wrought iron apple peeler that needed some restoration before I could test it out. ... »
There are Burger King stores all over the world, but you won't find one here in Austrlaia. In this video we explore the conflict between the US and Australia over burgers. »
In this episode we are looking at the dangers of making tanghulu in the microwave. Is BPA dangerous? How much BPA is safe? And why you shouldn't eat fried toothpicks? What about packing peanuts? Are they safe to eat? If you want to do more reading of your own, here's ... »
Recipe Source: W Ellis, 1750, The Country Housewife's Family Companion: OR Profitable Directions for whatever relates to the management and good economy of the domestic concerns of a country life. Savoury Water Gruel Savoury Water gruel made by poor people. - Some put water, oatmeal, and shed onions or leeks, into a pot at discretion, ... »
Once you are aware of these poisonous or dangerous foods you can easily avoid them. If you think you may have been effected fast treatment is important. Here are symptoms to watch out for, be aware that not everyone has the exact same reaction. Rat Lung Worm Symptoms Intense headaches Stiff neck Tingling or painful sensitive sensation ... »
Three questions youtube won't answer: 1. Is the YouTube AI algorithm biased against women? This question was posed to me many years ago by a YouTube employee when the algorithm first switched to AI. More recently the lack of female creators at conferences brough this question back up in my mind. All AI algorithms are trained on ... »
In this episode we look into: * Colour blind glasses to see what they actually do. Do colour blind glasses even work? * Fire Reveal cakes, are fire reveal cakes dangerous? * Five minute-crafts has a new channel, reacting to five-minute crafts videos. Colour blind tests Colour arrangement tests: hue-test colour arrangement test Ishihara style tests: ... »
Flavor is a multisensory affair. Your taste buds detect five primary tastes: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami. But the real star of the show is our nose. Close your eyes and inhale. Ah, the aroma! It wafts from your steaming coffee, your sizzling bacon, or that freshly baked bread. But why does it matter? ... »
How is vegemite actually made? It's a closely guarded secret recipe that took over a year to develop. Including making beer to get the key ingredient I only have a week and half to try and figure it out. Watch the video to see how it went. When it was originally launched Australians ... »
Cookie recipe used in the tests: 175g (6.17 ounces) (1 cup) brown sugar 165g (5.82 ounces) (165g (5.82 ounces)) white sugar 150g (5.29 ounces) butter 1 teaspoon vanilla paste 1 egg 225g (7.94 ounces) (1 1/2 cups) plain flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 400g (14.11 ounces) chocolate chips (normally for cookies I'd use chopped chocolate but considering how many batches I had to make... »
A subscriber recently sent me a link to a video where the creator used berries from the Linden tree to make chocolate. They said it "tastes exactly like chocolate". Which of course means we have to try it. Cocoa beans are special. They contain the chocolatey flavour, colour and smell of chocolate. ... »
I was struck by the beauty of what I thought was a gingerbread house in a 150 year old cookbook. But according to the book it was a decoration made of gum paste. Not to be deterred I drew up a template for it and baked it out of gingerbread. Source: Drawing ... »
Aspartame is one of the most researched food additives with hundreds of studies testing its effects on rats and humans. In this episode we will look at the validity of different studies and whether aspartame is safe to consume. »
Have you ever tried dry aged steak? What about ice cream bread? Or hacks to reduce blood glucose spikes? Let's look at the science behind these and test out what works. »
