Michelin Chef's Potato Tips: 4 Key Lessons

Sophie Harris attended a potato cooking class with Michelin-trained chef Poppy Cooks, learning four essential tips for perfect crispy smashed potatoes, including high heat and garlic oil.

Drill Fence Holes to Help Hedgehogs This July

Gardeners are urged to create 13cm holes in fences for hedgehog highways, as UK hedgehog populations have declined 30-75% since 2000. July is critical for breeding and foraging.

Soften Towels in 15 Minutes Using Citric Acid

Restore rough towels to fluffy softness in 15 minutes by soaking them in citric acid, a natural cleaner that removes hard water residues and neutralizes alkalinity without vinegar.

RSPB Warning: Stop Feeding Birds Seeds in July

The RSPB urges gardeners to stop putting seeds and peanuts out for birds from May 1 to October 31 to prevent the spread of trichomonosis, which has caused a 65% decline in greenfinches.

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