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theguardian.com > commentisfree > 01/15/2026 > lebanese-restaurant-abduls-has-closed-bereft

My favourite Lebanese restaurant has closed and I am bereft. Abdul’s, I’m sorry I took you for granted | Emily Mulligan

My favourite Lebanese restaurant has closed and I am bereft. Abdul’s, I’m sorry I took you for granted | Emily Mulligan2+ hour, 4+ min ago   (486+ words) For decades, the Sydney institution promised smooth hummus, curt service and unchanging decor. It was my family's alternate living room. Where to turn to now? What is the name for the grief of losing a restaurant? Surely the Germans have…...

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theguardian.com > thefilter-us > 01/14/2026 > ultrasonic-knives-tested

You own an electric toothbrush, why not an ultrasonic knife? We had a pro chef test the world’s first

You own an electric toothbrush, why not an ultrasonic knife? We had a pro chef test the world’s first2+ hour, 24+ min ago   (841+ words) The C-200 vibrates 30,000 times per second, and as our pro chef tester found, it's not as gimmicky as it sounds Knife technology evolves at glacial speed. If an 18th-century chef time-traveled to my present-day kitchen, they'd be terrified of the immersion…...

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theguardian.com > food > 01/14/2026 > two-star-michelin-restaurant-in-wales-handed-one-star-hygiene-rating

Two-star Michelin restaurant in Wales handed one-star hygiene rating

Two-star Michelin restaurant in Wales handed one-star hygiene rating4+ hour, 18+ min ago   (453+ words) Ynyshir's Gareth Ward "not embarrassed' by score and says it was due to concerns about the use of raw ingredients The chef behind a Welsh restaurant with two Michelin stars says it has "the highest standards in the world, despite…...

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theguardian.com > world > 01/14/2026 > italian-influencer-chiara-ferragni-cleared-of-over-charity-christmas-cake-scandal

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of fraud over charity Christmas cake scandal

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni cleared of fraud over charity Christmas cake scandal5+ hour, 17+ min ago   (421+ words) Social media star says "justice has been done" in cases involving cakes and Easter eggs being promoted as charitable initiatives The Italian fashion influencer Chiara Ferragni has said "the nightmare is over" after being acquitted on fraud charges in a…...

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theguardian.com > lifeandstyle > 01/14/2026 > petty-gripe-large-flat-white-oxymoron

My petty gripe: a large flat white is an oxymoron – a bastardisation of the drink Australia gave the world

My petty gripe: a large flat white is an oxymoron – a bastardisation of the drink Australia gave the world8+ hour, 40+ min ago   (429+ words) My petty gripe: a large flat white is an oxymoron " a bastardisation of the drink Australia gave the world'The Guardian My petty gripe: a large flat white is an oxymoron " a bastardisation of the drink Australia gave the world The…...

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theguardian.com > food > 01/14/2026 > how-to-turn-root-vegetables-into-latkes-recipe-zero-waste-cooking

How to turn any root vegetables into latkes – recipe | Waste not

How to turn any root vegetables into latkes – recipe | Waste not9+ hour, 40+ min ago   (363+ words) It's not just potatoes that you can turn into these moreish fried cakes " just about any root veg will do the trickCrisp, savoury and satiating latkes are my idea of the perfect brunch and, rather than sticking to potatoes, I…...

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theguardian.com > food > 01/14/2026 > fish-pate-and-mushroom-tart-portuguese-recipes-from-luso-restaurant

Fish paté and mushroom tart: Portuguese recipes from Luso restaurant

Fish paté and mushroom tart: Portuguese recipes from Luso restaurant16+ hour, 40+ min ago   (549+ words) An incredible smoked haddock paste for toast, crackers or crudit's, and a moreish and indulgent multi-mushroom-topped pastry A smooth, savoury blend of smoked fish and sweet vegetables that's ideal as a spread, dip or toast topper. For a softer spread,…...

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theguardian.com > food > 01/14/2026 > quick-easy-summer-recipes-weekday-dinners-pasta-tofu-noodles-chickpeas

Eleven quick and easy summer weekday dinners, from pasta to Maggi goreng – recipes

Eleven quick and easy summer weekday dinners, from pasta to Maggi goreng – recipes22+ hour, 49+ min ago   (249+ words) When you need a flash in a pan, you need a dal that's good for every day, saucy eggs, or spaghetti with seaweed butter Read more summer essentials Yotam Ottolenghi's recipe riffs on the flavours of spaghetti alle vongole, with…...

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theguardian.com > food > 01/13/2026 > tips-cooking-for-one-kitchen-aide-anna-berrill

January tips if you’re cooking for one | Kitchen aide

January tips if you’re cooking for one | Kitchen aide1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (758+ words) From one-pot meals to versatile dishes that last all week, our panel of experts serves up ideas for solo chefsI really struggle with cooking for one, so what can I make in January that's interesting but easy and, most importantly,…...

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theguardian.com > food > 01/13/2026 > cheesy-celeriac-souffle-citrus-salad-thomasina-miers-recipes-brighten-dark-winters-day

Cheesy celeriac souffle and citrus salad: Thomasina Miers’ recipes to brighten a dark winter’s day

Cheesy celeriac souffle and citrus salad: Thomasina Miers’ recipes to brighten a dark winter’s day1+ day, 16+ hour ago   (606+ words) A light but filling no-bechamel souffle with a zingy citrus salad to add a sharp burst of flavour and colour Sweet onions, soft roots and lots of cheese rise into a light, golden souffle with none of the fuss of…...