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10 Game-changing Ways To Eat Your Yorkshire Pudding

Whoever invented National Yorkshire Pudding Day, we salute you. Never did we know we needed such a holiday so badly. Yorkie puds are usually secondary in Sunday dinners to roasted...

10 Of The Best Places To Have An All-day Breakfast In London

Breakfast: it's everyone's fave time of the day (in terms of food, not life). It's all of our biggest dreams to eat breakfast for every meal of the day, and these London eateries...

Happy National Egg Week! 10 Crimes Against Eggs We've All Committed

This week is National Egg Week and damn does that make us excited. They're a cupboard staple with a world of possibilities and you can pretty much eat them for every meal if you...

15 Sriracha Recipes That Will Significantly Improve Your Life

Watch your back Tobasco, get out the way Reggae Reggae, there's a new hot sauce in town. All the way from Thailand, Sriracha hot sauce is the cult condiment of the moment. It's...

28 Awesome Gifts Every Gin Lover Needs In Their Life

Gin isn't just a drink, it's a way of life, so do yourself a favour and let these gin gifts become part of yours. Sometimes we'll look down at our half-drunk glass of G&T and...

17 Hearty Soups and Stews To Keep You Warm This Winter

There's just something about a bowl of soup or stew on a cold winter's evening that you can't beat: it's warming, comforting and definitely one of our favourite things about the...

14 Creepy Cocktails You Have To Make This Halloween

It's Halloween, the perfect excuse to scare the sh*t out of people and get drunk all at the same time. So we've put together 13 cocktails that will do just that. AKA we've just...

How To Make A White Lady Cocktail

Whether you've heard of a White Lady or not doesn't matter now, the moment you taste it you'll never get it out of your head. Its smooth, delicate, citrusy flavour brings a whole...

The Definitive List Of #Foodporn Foodies To Follow On Instagram

Yes, we are guilty of posting pictures of our food on Instagram, but our food pics pale in comparison to these foodies... Seriously how does someone make eggs look so GOOD! So...

Don’t Stay Calm! Gin Production Is In A ‘Critical State’

We hate to be the ones to break it to you…but our beloved gin is in trouble. Yep, gin production is in danger, and we don’t actually know how to deal with this news. The thought...

36 Disney Themed Cocktails For A Happy (Hour) Ever After

Lets face it. Despite the fact we are fully functioning adults, we're always going to be totally obsessed with Disney. There's literally no point denying it. But now, instead...

Happy National Chocolate Day! 21 Chocolate Bars Ranked In Their Rightful Place

Since it's Chocolate Week this week we've decided to honour it the only way we know how: by harshly judging popular chocolate and putting it in its rightful place. Here's the...

This Talented Artist Recreates Famous Paintings On Cakes And It's Amazing

Forget British Bake Off, artist and illustrator Maria Aristidou is making real works of art with her cakes. From The Starry Night to The Scream, Maria's work definitely looks...

This New Way To Eat Avocados Will Send You Into Total Melt-Down

We are literally obsessed with avocados, we eat it for breakfast lunch and dinner, and we just can't get enough of the stuff. But just when we thought we couldn't love the luscious...

It Took This Man Six Months To Make A Sandwich And All Its Ingredients From Scratch

Give us sliced bread, chicken, butter and about 3 minutes and you'll have a pretty tasty sandwich on your hand. But the same doesn't go for Andy George, who grew his own veggies...

14 Recipes Every Coffee Lover Needs To Try

Coffee is life, coffee is BAE, coffee is everything that is good about the world, coffee is the only thing worth getting out of bed for. We know it sounds like we are being dramatic...

Bacon Ice Cream? 16 Weird And Wonderful Ways To Eat Ice Cream

If there was ever a food that could be an edible reincarnation of your best friend - ice cream is it. It's seen us through our the high, highs of our childhood and just about...

21 Epic Burgers Guaranteed To Give You A Heart Attack

What's better than a burger, seriously? Go on, I'll wait. The mix of good meat and a bun makes a dish that's worth every single calorie. And since today is National Burger day...

19 Awesome Foods You Need To Deep Fry Right This Second

It seems that nowadays you can pretty much deep fry anything that's edible...because of course you freaking can, it's 2015 dammit and if you want to dip an avocado into a pan...

18 Ways To Drink Beer You've Definitely Not Tried Before

Everyone likes an ice-cold beer; it's cheap, refreshing and oh so satisfying. But if you've just been drinking beer straight out of the bottle or can (or keg for that matter)...

15 Tequila Cocktails That Prove It's Actually Delicious

When most of us think of tequila, memories of salt, shots and bad decisions come to mind. But now that we're grown ups (kinda) it's time to leave the past behind and realise that...

20 Deliciously Simple Mocktail Recipes You Have To Try This

Who needs alcohol when mocktails taste this good? Chilled, fruity and delicious, these cocktails sans the booze are easy to make and perfect for all occasions. Social occasions...

12 Recipes That Prove Watermelon Is The Best Thing About Summer

You been drinkin', watermelon - we get it - but time to put an end to all that and focus on the important thing: how to consume as much as physically possible in the three short...

14 Mouth-Watering Mug Cakes You Can Make in Minutes

We don't usually promote microwave cooking, but for mug cakes we're willing to make an exception. These cups of delicious warm goo are quick and easy to make and totally ideal...

12 Ways To Raise Your Prosecco Game

Prosecco is our favourite all-year-round drink - it's sweeter and lighter than Champagne but just as fancy. And not only is it delicious on its own, it also makes a great base...

14 Bacon Recipes That Make Life Worth Living

Bacon is the best thing about being alive. No, we're not exaggerating. The crispy meat is nothing short of heaven and not only is it REALLY good when eaten alone, it's also makes...

15 Ways To Upgrade Your Gin And Tonic To A Whole New Level

Gin and tonic isn't just any refreshing boozy drink...NO! Gin and tonic is a way of life, nothing matches up to a glass of good chilled gin, premium tonic water, with ice and a slice...

12 Things You Never Knew You Could BBQ That Will Blow Your Mind

Next time you get the barbie out, think outside of the bun, and jazz up your BBQ menu. From grilled cake to ceasar salad, here are 12 things you can BBQ that definitely need to try...

These 15 Frozen Cocktail Ice Lollies Are About To Change Your World

What's better than a ice lolly on a hot summer day? An ice lolly with gin, wine, vodka or prosecco in it, that's what. These boozesicles/poptails might just represent everything...

14 Amazing Ways To Drink Rum You Definitely Won't Have Thought Of Before

Yes other spirits are good (we'll never forget you gin), but there's something about rum that always gets the party started. I mean you can make daiquiris, mojitos AND piña coladas...

15 Recipes That Prove Vegetarian Protein Is Way Better Than Meat

We've all heard some ridiculous reasons not to go veggie but not having enough vegetarian protein isn't one of them. Beans, eggs, kale and tofu are just a few meat-free ingredients...

17 Ways To Pimp Your Scrambled Eggs

Seriously, how can you NOT love eggs? They're a quick, nutritious, not to mention delicious meal you can enjoy at anytime of the day and can be cooked practically any way (yeah...

10 Easy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes ANYONE Can Master

First things first - RED VELVET ice cream exists and we don't think we can ever recover. But that's not the end of the ice cream excitement; from vegan ice cream to frozen chunks...

The Perfect Cuppa: 50 Loose Leaf Teas For Instant Gratification

Everyone knows a cuppa first thing in the morning is the best way to start your day. Whether it's traditional English Breakfast, soothing chamomile or light and delicate rose...

15 Easy BBQ Recipes You Have To Try This Summer

Nothing says summer like a good old BBQ, and this summer we have you covered. From tequila-glazed chicken, to salt and vinegar potato wedges we have all the easy BBQ recipes you...

100 Funny Food Quotes Every Foodie Should Live By

If you love food (and let's face it. who doesn't?) you know that the second best thing to eating food, is talking about it. Well, except for Instagramming it, obviously. Turns...

10 Delicious Ways To Cook Curly Kale

Endorsed by Gwyneth Palthrow and Beyonce, kale is possibly the coolest veg ever. Low in calories, high in vitamin K, A and C and filled with powerful antioxidants... Kale is basically...

Juiced Up? Why You Should Never Try The All-liquid Diet

I've never been into diets - mostly because I've never been good at them when I've tried and especially because I believe in eating well-rounded, balanced meals for a healthy...

10 Totally Pimped Out Porridge Toppings To Start Your Day With

Whether you like it with water or milk, I think we can all agree that plain porridge every morning can get a little dull. So why not jazz it up with some adventurous and pimped...

50 Coffee Porn Pics For An Instant Pick Me Up!

There's nothing better than a good cup of coffee first thing in the morning. So to instantly wake you up and help you through the day we collected 50 of the most eye melting,...

10 Colourful Cocktails That Taste As Good As They Look

We can be a vain bunch here at Sofeminine, especially when it comes to our cocktails, we want them to taste and look good, which is not too much to ask for. And if like us, you...

25 Insanely Indulgent Hot Cross Bun Recipes

Easter is fast approaching and we couldn't be more excited. Not only does it mean a long weekend, and an overload of chocolate eggs, but it also means hot cross buns. Warm toasted...

Gin O'clock: 14 Ingenious Ways To Drink Gin That You've Not Thought Of Before

There’s so much more to gin than the basic G&T we know and love. So to get you to try new things and switch it up a little we've assembled an assortment of gin cocktails that...

10 Vegetable Side Dishes ANYONE Can Master

Since we are not all blessed with Jamie Oliver skills in the kitchen, we have put together 10 tasty vegetarian side dishes that anyone can make, and we mean everyone. Even if...

12 Instagrams To Follow For Cocktail Inspiration

There's nothing better than unwinding after a long day with a cocktail that was mixed with your favourite ingredients, just for you. Need some inspiration for your next happy hour...

Kitchen Secrets REVEALED! How To Make The Perfect Pizza Base

Why order pizza, when you can make your own? It’s easier than you think… Trust us on this one. Sometimes there’s nothing better than pizza night. It always hits the spot. A glass...

15 Delicious Pancake Day Ideas

It’s Pancake Day, officially, but remember everyday can be pancake day, and with these 15 delicious pancake ideas, you will make sure it is. So to inspire you and also make you...

10 Amazing Chocolate Spread Recipes You Have To Try

Whether you spread it on toast, or eat it right out the jar with (or without) a spoon, Nutella never fails to warm even the coldest of hearts. And if like us you can't get enough...

12 Honey Recipes We’re Totally Hooked On

A spoonful of honey can turn basic recipes into culinary masterpieces. There's so much more to honey than sweetening your tea. Here are 12 honey recipes straight from the hive...

10 Of The Best Vegetarian Cookbooks Of All Time

Whether you're a fully fledged vegetarian, or getting involved in #meatfreemonday, we've picked the top of the crops in vegetarian cookbooks to help you make the best vegetarian...

Food For Love! 20 Easy Meal Ideas For Valentines Day

You know how the saying goes, ‘the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach’, and the same goes for us ladies too. So treat yourself and your partner this Valentines day with...

10 Christmas Morning Breakfast Ideas You Need In Your Recipe File

Undoubtedly, one of the best things about Christmas Day is the food, the booze and the fact calories don't count. And nothing, nothing kicks off Christmas day right like a good...

12 Finger-Licking Ways To Eat Turkey This Season

If you're sick of the same bog standard roast dinner at Christmas why not cook up something a little different this year? Or how about putting those Xmas leftovers to use and...

10 Hot Chocolate Hacks You HAVE To Try

Feeling chilly? Winter doesn't have to be drab. If you need something to keep you snug this season reach for a smooth decadent hot chocolate drink. They're warm, sweet, full of...

The Ultimate Pimped Out Pancake Day Toppings

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...

How To Make The Perfect Gin And Tonic

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...

How To Fillet A Fish Like A Pro In 8 Easy Steps

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...

How to Cook Christmas Dinner Like The Pro Chefs: The 10 Tips to Remember

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...

Cook like a pro at home: 5 of the best food delivery recipe kits

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...

Calories in fruits

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...