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You have probably heard all the jokes about ramen being the staple of all students dishes whilst at university, but you don’t have to eat unhealthy foods because you want to save money or think you can’t afford more nutritious meals. You can with a little planning.
National Curry Week is from 4th-10th October , and now might be the time to learn a few things in the kitchen. With all recipes, the initial cost of buying ingredients to be used again will be higher to start with i.e., tomato puree, spices and vinegar. It’s then all about just topping up on the main ingredients when you need them.
The beauty of curry is that it is so versatile, and you can put in as much effort as you want in the process. You can experiment with flavours and add all the spices that you want. Start with a basic curry powder, and then look to ingredients like cumin, coriander and turmeric. Don’t forget the onions and garlic.
Serve with rice or chips/garlic bread and store in the fridge for no more than the recommended two days. Here are a list of dishes that you can have a go at making.
Pasta dishes are quick, easy and last for days (because no one can ever measure the right amount of pasta correctly) and so it will be well worth making a batch to keep you going through a long week of lectures.
If you want a study break lunch that’s easy to make over and over, there’s nothing quite like eggs. They go with mostly anything, are filled with protein and are inexpensive. Hard-boiled, fried or served in an omelette with ham and tomato. Also easy to store and full of health benefits.
This tasty dish will require canned tomatoes and beans, and you can add in any meat you like (for a vegetarian option, add vegetables like peppers and celery) and experiment with different spices. Chilli is perfect to serve as a meal with friends to sit down to a movie with. Check out how to make it here.
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To become more ‘environmentally friendly’, Host is launching the #HostEnvironmentalPledge campaign to encourage responsible behaviour and drive sustainability across our sites throughout the UK and Ireland.
It’s a simple campaign! For every percent we reduce our overall utilities (electric, water and gas) consumption by we donate to one of our nominated charities.
Show me all newsWhen it comes to choosing student accommodation in the UK, most people focus on price, amenities, or whether it's en-suite or shared. While these are important factors, one element that can make or break your student life is location and commute time. It's more than just a pin on a map - it's about how your daily life will feel.
It might feel like you’ve got plenty of time before uni starts, but trust us - when it comes to student accommodation, early birds aren’t just getting the worm. They’re getting the best rooms, the best deals, and peace of mind long before the chaos of results day kicks in.Each year, thousands of students scramble to find the perfect place to live - and by the time they get around to it, the most popular rooms are already long gone. So if you’re heading to university this year, here’s why getting your accommodation sorted early might just be the smartest move you’ll make.
