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We won't beat around the bush, most guides to mixing 'perfect' Martinis are utter bull. Like your favourite cuppa, everyone has their own 'perfect' blend - BUT, that doesn't mean...

We're not gonna lie, Cadbury's Creme Eggs bring out a side in us that no-one wants to see. Whether we're making an unholy mess after dunking them into tea or shame spiralling...

If like us, you can't face another pitcher of sickly sweet Pimms for 20 QUID (like reeally), then this is the drink to see you through the summer. Best thing about it? It's cheap...

What happens when two of the world's greatest vices, coffee and booze, are put together? Perfection, that's what. This coffee cocktail by Monica Berg, Bar Manager at Pollen Social...

Grand Marnier? Instead of Aperol? Hear us out 'cos it's well worth it. With its sweet orange flavour this Grand Marnier spritz beats the bitter taste of Aperol any day. We talked...

If you like your cocktails with a kick then this Manhattan won't disappoint. Sophisticated, smooth and hella strong, knowing how to make a killer Manhattan should be top of every...

The variations on a classic Collins are endless, but this one is by far one of our favourites. With the orangey smoothness of the Grand Marnier, and subtle punch from the lemon...

Not tried Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey yet? You're in for a complete treat. Sweet, crisp and refreshing? No wonder it's one of our favourite summer drinks. We've teamed up with...

This Pancake Day, instead of selling out with your usual sugar sprinkle and squirt of lemon, take a look at these pimped out pancake toppings. At least if you eat yourself to...

If you love your gin as much as we do, you'll know that sometimes you need a little more than your usual G&T or Tom Collins to hit the spot. This Jasmine cocktail is just...

No cocktail lover worth their salt doesn't love a good, strong Gin and Tonic. It's a drink that can't be beaten. So we spoke to Monica Berg, at Pollen Street Social along with...

Any mad-woman that tried #dryjanuary will know, cocktails really are one of the best things in the world. Thankfully our time sipping on coconut water and juice has finally come...

Filleting a fish doesn’t look easy or particularly tempting but it’s one of those cooking skills that every budding chef needs to master. Once you know what you’re doing and have...

Love food but hate diets? Time to welcome these healthy cookbooks into your life. We all probably need to take reality check with the food that we put into our bodies, but when...

Cooking Christmas dinner can be a total nightmare, we know. We still remember the horrors of our first go. But once you know what you're doing, cooking a Christmas feast for your...

We've come around to the idea that the Christmas season is less about chocolate and a whole lot more about cocktails, lots of them. Of course what that means in reality is we're...

If the happiest day of your life was when croissant met doughnut and spawned a sugary lovechild then never fear, the cronut craze isn't over yet. Luckily for you, there are also...

Yeah we get it, everyone LOVES a burger, but seriously guys, lets not forget about sausages eh? As of this week, it's time to put our foodie focus firmly back on the frankfurter...

If, like us, you can’t remember life before the Great British Bake Off, don’t worry, we’ve found a way struggling through the impending months of mundanity – Great British Bake...

The three things that you can always rely on in life are: one – people need to eat, two - everyone loves to party, three - we all go mad over a good secret. So when Gingerline...

As a nation we’ve gone utterly bonkers for home cooking. You only have to switch on your TV to see at least four, 42-inch chefs cooking away in your living room. But in reality...

We all know that Cava gets a bad rap, but when you can buy a bottle for £3.99, why spend up to £7 right? Wrong. Weekly Wine Tasting: Codorniu Vintage Rosado Brut The...

They're both decent red wines of a similar price range and they're both on offer, but which one of these two wines will come out as the best bank holiday bargain? Sainsbury's...

With the price of everything going through the roof and our jobs looking less and less secure, savvy women are looking for ways to get something for nothing. A foraging course...

Who doesn't appreciate the warm, snug feeling of a nice hot cup of tea when it's so cold outside? Here at the sofeminine office we certainly do! Review: TeaJay teas As much as...

Rich in vitamins, minerals and fibres, fruits are highly recommended for good health. Nevertheless, they have their fair share of calories, with some fruits containing far more...

Growing your own tomatoes is easy and rewarding. Follow our step-by-step guide to growing tomatoes. Growing tomatoes from seed You can start in January or February onwards in...

Superfoods are the things we can eat that are characterised by : What are Superfoods? low in calorieshigh in antioxidants (particularly vitamin C and E)high in anthocyaninshigh...

Quite predictably the Royal Wedding has sparked a trend for commemorative knick-knacks to celebrate Kate and Will's big day. You can get tea sets, plates, flags, masks of the...

To make Scotch pancakes your need a specific Scotch pancake recipe as it's a different recipe from your basic pancake batter. Scotch pancake recipe | how to make Scotch pancakes...

Want to know how to make American pancakes? If you follow our American pancake recipe you'll end up with a lovely thick batter that's the secret to a light, fluffy pancake American...

Makes 8 pancakes takes around 30 minutes How to make: a Basic pancake batter recipe Ingredients for pancake batter: 125g flour - plain1 medium size egg200ml semi-skimmed milk100ml...

Want to know how to make perfect pancakes for pancake day - or just because you fancy them? Making perfect pancakes isn't always easy. So we're sharing some top tips for pancake...

They're not usually vegan pancakes traditionally use eggs and milk but that doesn't mean that as a vegan you can't enjoy pancakes too! Check out our vegan pancake recipe and make...

Vegans will be pleased -Tetley have launched a new blend of tea specifically for a better taste with soya milk. If you're doing a dairy detox or simply aren't a milk fan, then...

Wine of the Week: Lanson Rose Label Brut Rosé (special edition) Champagne Alc. 12.5% from £32.99 - Tesco/Waitrose This week we're going sparkly. The champagne on...

So Green coffee claims that it can help keep us young-looking? Hmmm. Sounds good so far. But what does it taste like? Some soFeminine staffers and soFeminine readers tested a...

Vegetarian diets are becoming increasingly popular as meat prices as well as health concerns rise. Many people are cutting down or cutting out meat in favour of a full vegetarian...

The adorable penguins on these cute novelty slippers are looking for a new home! This particular breed are renowned for cheering their owners up when stepping out of bed in the...

Keep your money safe in this glitzy piggy bank, hand-decorated with glitter paint and plastic gems, and featuring the Union Jack design. This is one piggy bank we won't be breaking...

If you know someone who's feeling the stress of Christmas build up, offer them this comprehensive therapy pack so they can unwind in the comfort of their home. The pack contains...

Introducing the world's first board game about books, the Great Penguin Bookchase makes an ideal gift for a bookworm. But even those who aren't book lovers can still play (and win)...

It would seem that the Rubik's Cube has finally met its match! This six-sided cube is like the traditional Rubik's Cube but with numbers one to nine instead of colours. If you...

There's nothing like a Christmas record to get everyone in the festive mood! Bob Dylan's Christmas offering adds a bit of folk to traditional carols and seasonal favourites, including...

If your mum, sister or cousin is a fan of Desperate Housewives, buy them the season 5 box set for Christmas and they won't be disappointed! Relive the twists and turns of the...

Jam on your morning toast or afternoon scone is a comfort and a treat, and when you can say your blueberry jam is home made it's an added source of pride! Making your very own...

They invite themselves into our kitchens and flavour our dishes like nothing else, bringing freshness and subtle scents. Herbs go with absolutely everything: meat, fish, vegetables...

How do you get your charlottes, pannacottas and cheesecakes to stay firm? Either by using classic gelatine or agar agar, which is all the rage at the moment. Here’s some useful info...

Round and juicy, reminiscent of summer and bright dishes. This essential ingredient of Italian cooking is one of the most popular vegetables - although it is in fact a fruit! A...

Another sorry, deflated soufflé attempt, even when you follow the recipe to the letter and beat your egg white into perfectly firm peaks? Don't despair - soufflé isn't impossible...

Eaten in many countries throughout the world, lamb is particularly popular in the Mediterranean and eaten at Easter traditionally. It's very versatile, goes well with many spices...

Stock flavours your dishes and but is a great low-fat way of while keeping them light. And as we prefer natural stock to shop-bought cubes, here are our recipes and advice to...

Salad comes in all shapes and colours, from green to purple and even red, and sizes too, from big leaves to small shoots. The flavours also differ, from sweet to bitter, but you...

Well known to those who are familiar with Lebanese cuisine, mezze are a selection of small dishes to enjoy during celebrations or family gatherings. It's a kind of buffet for...

Why be content with a traditional sliced loaf or a baguette when the world has so much more to offer? So while bread making machines are all the rage let's go on a world tour...

We want our bread to rise, our muffins to come out of the oven full and our cakes to be light, but what kind or yeast should you use and how much do you need? Can you use making...

The choice of vegetables, their freshness, the addition of aromatic herbs, the quality of the olive oil and of course how you cook them are crucial to making tasty ratatouille...

Hot, spicy, colourful curries bring a touch of exotic character to our kitchen and bring out the flavours of dull dishes. Often we don’t know what curry really is and we prefer...

We should all know the recipe by heart: basic dressings go with all our summer salads, crudités, vegetables and even steamed fish. Here's a guide to dressings, from the classic...

You might not be a five star chef, but you should be able to do a thing or two in the kitchen. So to start you off, we have put together a list of cooking methods that you should...