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Learn how to boil eggs perfectly every time with Chef Ian’s simple method — plus turn them into a Japanese-inspired tamago sando using authentic technique and the right ingredients.

Learn how to turn fridge leftovers into a delicious, nutritious meal with Chef Ian. This practical guide shows you how to create a stir fry-style dish using simple ingredients, reduce food waste, and cook smarter with what you already have.

Learn how to use excess fresh herbs with Chef Ian’s Kitchen 101 guide. Turn basil into frozen flavour bombs, reduce food waste, and make the most of seasonal produce—plus discover the simple tool that extracts every last drop of juice with ease.

Learn how to poach eggs perfectly every time with Chef Ian’s practical, no-fuss method. This Kitchen 101 guide covers essential tips—from water temperature and vinegar choice to timing and presentation—so you can achieve firm whites and beautifully runny yolks with confidence.

Many of the products I’ve used throughout my career are readily available through foodservice suppliers or specialty stores, but not always accessible to everyday cooks. The Pantry helps bridge that gap.

Chef Ian explains why a sharp knife is actually safer than a dull one, demonstrates the tomato test, clears up the confusion around steels and sharpening, and shows why the Chef Tested Rolling Knife Sharpener is a simple, practical option for home cooks.

Chef Ian’s Kitchen 101 method for perfect scrambled eggs: hot pan, proper whisking, cream (not milk), and fast movement for soft, fluffy curds — finished with your favourite relish or balsamic.

Make the most of Queen Garnet season with this quick smoothie: plums, banana, peach, chia, cinnamon, honey and lime.

A simple “What’s in the Pantry” feature on Lupins for Life Toasted Protein Flakes, including Chef Ian’s go-to breakfast bowl with ALDI paleo granola.

No fancy gear. No tricks. Just the right method, done properly.