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Over the Easter holidays, on a rare day off from oven cleaning (!) The Oven Cleaning Man clan went for a walk near Dunsford, on Exmoor. We walked alongside the river Teign as it wound through a steep-sided valley of oak, ash and birch, climbing to the top of Dunsford for great views across the moor. We were delighted to see the daffodils looking cheery and spring like, and also to see (and smell) an abundance of wild garlic, which forms the basis for today's Foodie Friday. Cl

Last Wednesday was Anzac Day - the day on which, every year Australia and New Zealand honour members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (Anzac) who lost their lives in foreign conflicts. Originally started to mark the anniversary of Anzac troops entering the battle at Gallipoli in the First World War, the scope of this national day of remembrance has since been broadened out of respect for those killed during the Second World War and on subsequent peacekeeping miss

So, we've been a bit quiet on the Blog lately, but that's because we've been busy, here there and everywhere, in the Devon sunshine cleaning ovens and Agas across the county. We've also made ourselves a bit more noticeable as we are driving around and about the Devon highways and byways - introducing the new look van: We are really pleased with it - it's looking fabulous - all thanks to the wonderful team at Ken White Signs (www.kenwhitesigns.co.uk) who did a brilliant job -

Did you know - rhubarb is a vegetable (it's related to sorrel and dock) ? Rhubarb grows in two crops. The first, which arrives early in the year, is forced, grown under pots, with the main crop grown outdoors later in the year. As this is the perfect time for the first "forced" crop, today's recipe is another warming classic - Rhubarb Crumble. For the crumble mixture 250gbutter, cut into small chunks 400g plain flour (or 300g flour and 100g oats) 200g caster sugar pinch salt

With the weather set to turn even colder next week, we thought we would bring you a warming and comforting seasonal recipe today - Cauliflower Cheese. 1 medium cauliflower, broken into large florets 40g butter 40g plain flour 400mlmilk 1 tsp English mustard 100g mature cheddar cheese, grated salt and freshly ground black pepper Method Preheat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas 5. Wash the cauliflower thoroughly and place in a large saucepan of salted water. Bring to the boil and cook

Many thanks to all of our loyal customers for all their support and custom over the course of 2017. We really do appreciate every phone call, booking and kind word - it makes it all worthwhile. We are now completely and fully booked for all pre Christmas cleans. For those who prefer a post Turkey clean, we do have slots available in the New Year, but again, these are filling up fast, so please do get in touch if you would like to have a bright, shining, looking like new oven

Owing to a couple of cancellations and a bit of generosity of spirit that means that Mike will consider fitting in a late night or weekend oven clean, there are a last few spots remaining before Christmas is fully booked. So, please, if you need the oven cleaned before the Mother-in-Law comes to inspect, er, we mean visit (!) - don't delay. And if you've already booked in why not sit back and enjoy a pre Christmas cocktail - here's a recipe for one of our favourites: One bott

If your oven does this every time it's switched on, you need to give me a call ASAP!!! We all know cleaning the oven is an unpleasant job, and it's not most people's favourite way to spend their time, so let us do it for you. We have the technique, experience and know how to clean all part of your oven. Off the shelf cleaning products simply don't work - those shop bought cleaners are caustic, create toxic fumes and can leave the food tasting odd for days afterwards. If you a

We all need to be mindful of where we spend our hard earned money, so why pay to have the oven cleaned when you could just do it yourself ? Well, first off, it's a messy, unpleasant job - in fact it's the job that most people say they hate the most. So, rather than spend your precious non working time slaving over a grotty greasy oven, why not let someone else do it for you and sit back and enjoy some well earned rest? Many of our customers also have health or mobility issues

How long will it take? A single or double oven with add-ons (Hob or Extractor) takes around 2 hours. Larger appliances like Ranges and Agas can take up to 3 hours. Do you use harsh chemicals? No. We only use eco-friendly products in your home which are non-toxic, non-caustic and fume-free. Do you clean the glass in the door? We clean the glass both inside and out, including between the glass panels where possible. Are you insured? Yes, we are fully professionally trained and