We all know the abundance of delicious smells and flavours that come along with the Christmas season, from a turkey fresh from the oven, to some sweet treats cooking on the counter.
However all these lovely foods can lead to build up that will cause some not so nice smells to linger in the kitchen afterwards.
To avoid the stranger stenches, here are some tips to help you block out the odours.
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Ashleigh Tosh from MuscleFood said: “The season of feasting is just around the corner and families across the nation will soon be indulging in their favourite Christmas and winter dishes.
“When it is chilly outside, many households will be reluctant to open the windows to air out the kitchen in fear of bringing in a cold breeze.
“Luckily, there are ways to eliminate strong food smells without compromising the heating, including some cost-efficient DIY hacks like boiling lemon or simmering cinnamon.”
Boil vinegar and lemon/ lime
A fast, easy, and natural way to remove cooking odours in the home is to boil sliced lemons with a cup of vinegar and let it simmer.
The acetic acid in the vinegar will help to neutralise odours and will leave the kitchen smelling lemon fresh.
Simmer cinnamon on the stove
This hack is great for Christmas lovers as the cinnamon scent is heavily associated with the festive season. Simply simmer cinnamon on the stove with boiling water and let the sweet scent waft through the home.
Make a cup of coffee
Coffee contains nitrogen, which neutralises odours.
Brewing a fresh pot or placing coffee grounds in bowls around the kitchen can help absorb cooking smells and act as a natural freshener.
If the smell is bad, let it sit for a day and change it for fresh coffee until the bad smell has gone.
Wipe down commonly missed areas
Clean down frequently missed areas in the kitchen.
Spots where the broom doesn’t quite fit or where a wipe doesn’t reach are perfect breeding grounds for food remnants to rot and foul smells to start, so ensure a proper cleaning after cooking.
Turn on the fan while frying/cooking
A kitchen fan will help to remove moisture, odours and oils that originate with cooking which will eliminate unpleasant smells.
Leave it on for an additional 15 to 30 minutes to help clear out any additional smoke, grease, and smells that weren’t captured when cooking.
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