Javaria Akbar
School
University Of Leeds
Expertise
South Asian Recipes, Traditional British Food, Cookery Tips And Techniques
- Javaria created and taught a Pakistani cookery course, covering classics like chicken masala and parathas.
- She spent a year training to be a confectioner, baking everything from treacle tart and shortbread biscuits to chocolate fudge cake and pavlova.
- She writes food features, recipes, and guides for UK publications.
Experience
Javaria is a journalist, copywriter and SEO content writer. She's contributed to Delish UK, Refinery29, Vice, Munchies, The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Strategist, Grazia, Dazed, Buzzfeed, Hyphen Online and more. Her essays have been published in Life Honestly and The Best Most Awful Job. She has guest lectured at Sheffield University and been on BBC radio.
Education
Javaria has a degree in the History and Philosophy of Science, a postgraduate diploma in Magazine Journalism, and a master's degree in Magazine Journalism.
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Stories By Javaria Akbar
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There can be a lot of benefit to looking to the past for historic ways of doing things in the kitchen, but water glass egg storage should be avoided.
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If you're recovering from a tough workout or just want a more filling and nutritious caffeine boost, try this Starbucks hack to add more protein to your coffee!
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Nobody wants to pause their backyard barbecue to clean their grill, but waiting to do so will only make the job more difficult and perhaps damage the grill.
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Those little booklet-like tabs on the ends of your tea bags aren't there for mere decoration; they actually have a nifty use that'll make brewing much easier.
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Pop shredded coconut in the air fryer to toast, turning it slightly crunchy and releasing tempting aromas. It will become the perfect topping for desserts.
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Even if you don't have a meat thermometer, don't go straight to cutting your roast beef in half to figure out whether or not it's done. Instead, use a skewer.
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Transform classic butter cookies into colorful delights! Add vibrant food coloring, pipe into creative shapes, and finish with a chocolatey coating.
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Anchovy paste is a magical ingredient that adds an umami hit to all sorts of dishes, including homemade stock, where it imparts an extra layer of flavor.
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Making french fries at home can be a little daunting, what with all that hot oil in the mix. Read about the mistake Martha Stewart made, so you can avoid it.
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What's better than a single meatball on a toothpick? Multiple meatballs on a skewer, of course. Here's a clever way to liven up your appetizers.
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When it comes to cheeseburger sliders, you obviously need cheese, but you can't forget the dill pickles. Briny and crunchy, it's the perfect burger topper.
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Accidentally made your soup too thick? Instead of water, consider using vegetable stock, which will thin out your soup and add a number of additional benefits.
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We've all experienced that fleeting moment of ire when crumbs slip between the cracks of your stove and counter. This foil trick will prevent all of that.
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If you're looking for the perfect snack for your little ones, look no further than split bananas - and luckily there's a way to prep them without a knife.
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If you're in the mood for some baked goods but have no baking soda, look no further than using egg whites. However, there are some rules to follow.
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Designating a place for hot food means you can remove everything from the grates at the perfect juicy moment and enjoy a low-stress session of barbecuing.
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Find out why adding coconut to your crispy crunchy cod coating makes for an even better bite, and may even remind you of happy childhood fish stick dinners.
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Nothing says convenience like having only one pan to wash after dinner. With Ina Garten's tip, you can have a robust meal with easy cleanup in no time.
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Everyone loves a good beignet, but when it comes to preparing them, using a knife can be less than fruitful. A pizza wheel will solve all those problems.
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Nothing wraps up a good meal like a delectable dessert - and Duchess Kate can attest to that. Her favorite dessert is one many can rejoice in.
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We've all wandered to the kitchen or a store, feeling peckish, and picked out a snack that isn't the best choice. Try our handy snack-prep tip, instead.
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Apple fritters are the perfect post-dinner dessert - though refining the recipe is quite the challenge. Try grating instead of dicing for optimal results.
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Parchment paper, as you know, has its many uses. But the real question remains: are we using it efficiently? This nifty tip tells us otherwise.
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Upgrade your movie night with a velvety cream cheese and Greek yogurt dip. Customize flavors for a perfect pairing with breads, chips, or fresh fruit.
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Sometimes home-cooked bolognese sauce misses the mark, with an acidic taste or too-thin texture. The remedy? A helping of ketchup. Find out how best to add it.
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Sometimes all your sandwich needs is the perfect kick from onions, but it can be quite overbearing at times. This tip will help subvert your onion's bitterness.
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Prevent lasagna noodle clumping with parchment paper. It ensures seamless layering and simplifies dish prep, making it a kitchen essential for this application.