http://www.homehints.com.au Recent articles on the Homehints website Tailored fashion pieces in your wardrobe can add a sharp and sophisticated look. We look at ruffles, soft draping and structured jackets - the new fashion for winter... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/gallery/fashion/122/tailored%2bfashion Linguine con scampi e limoni or Linguine with prawns and lemon Cucina Italiana is a cooking school based in Annandale, Sydney, NSW. The school, under the guidance of owner, Luciana Sampogna, offers... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/food+secrets/2073/how+to/linguine+con+scampi+e+limoni It is believed that French onion soup was invented by King Louis XV of France, who became stranded late one night in his hunting lodge with only onions, butter and alcohol to mix together for his... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/cooking+tips/2067/how+to/how+to+make+french+onion+soup Red currant and rosemary lamb shanks Serves 4 1 tbs olive oil 4 (about 1kg) lamb shanks 2 brown onions, thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 500g kipfler potatoes, washed, halved... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/food+secrets/2066/reading/red+currant+and+rosemary+lamb+shanks Cassoulet is a rich dish made with several types of meat and beans. You will need to begin this recipe one day in advance. Serves 4 What you will need 1 cup (215g) dried cannelini beans 2 tsp olive... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/food+secrets/2064/how+to/cassoulet Fresh coconut sambal 1 cup (100g) finely grated fresh coconut 2/3 cup (180g) natural yoghurt ¼ cup finely chopped coriander 1 long green chilli, seeded, finely chopped ½ tsp... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/cooking+tips/2063/how+to/fresh+coconut+sambal How to make chai tea Serevs 6 What you will need 1 tbs fennel seeds 6 green cardamom pods 1 cinnamon stick 2 dried bay leaves 12 whole cloves 1cm piece ginger, peeled, thinly... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/cooking+tips/2062/how+to/how+to+make+chai Linda Ross shoes you how to add personality and artistic flourish to your garden with... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/gallery/for+the+garden/121/garden%2bsculpture%2band%2bornaments Winter sausage salad Serves 4 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes 1 bunch baby beetroot, washed, trimmed 6 (about 600g) gourmet lamb sausages 2 tbs white wine vinegar 2 tbs walnut or... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/food+secrets/2056/how+to/winter+sausage+salad Caramelised apple and ginger-spiced shortcakes Serves 8 Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes 20g butter 2 granny smith apples, cored, cut into wedges 1/4 cup (55g) brown sugar 1/3 cup... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/kitchen+sweet+treats/2055/reading/caramelised+apple+and+ginger+spiced+shortcakes A safe knife is a sharp knife – and as anyone who’s tried to dice a tomato with a blunt blade will know, it can also save your sanity. Many kitchens are already home to a basic sharpening... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/home+help/2054/how+to/how+to+sharpen+a+knife Why not trade teabags for loose leaf tea and treat yourself to a sensory delight – loose leaf tea has more flavour and essential oils are captured if the leaves are in direct contact with the water.... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/cooking+tips/2053/how+to/how+to+brew+the+perfect+pot+of+tea Making a small home feel more spacious can be a challenge, but achievable with a little thought - we show you a before and after makeover of a... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/gallery/home+inspiration/120/kitchen%2brenovation Tropical flowers have a tremendous vase life and are works of art. We look at seven species, how to grow... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/gallery/for+the+garden/119/tropical%2bflowers Climate is paramount when growing a tropical garden, cold weather being the limiting factor. We look at the work of master gardener Dennis Hundscheidst for... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:11:59 GMT http://www.homehints.com.au/gallery/for+the+garden/118/tropical%2bgarden