Better Homes and Gardens brings expert tips on outdoor entertainment areas, easy recipes, and clever home updates. Watch this Friday for more ideas.
As spring begins to warm up, Adam and Charlie help a single mother transform her outdoor space into a versatile entertainment area. With a large deck that’s been underused, they set out to redesign the space, adding a pergola and refurbishing old furniture.
By creating separate garden zones, the team aims to turn the deck into a perfect setting for family gatherings and relaxation.
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Johanna heads to the Central Coast of NSW to highlight a community-driven initiative called Free Trade Day. The event offers free trade services to those in need, helping with small but essential home repairs. Johanna meets the founder and speaks to both the generous tradespeople involved and the grateful families benefitting from the scheme.
In the kitchen, Colin reimagines a comforting favourite—chicken and leek pie—by adding a modern twist with fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables. Meanwhile, Clarissa prepares an affordable yet impressive dish of Asian-style mussels, paired with freshly fried roti to soak up the rich flavours.
At Green Olive at Red Hill, Melissa explores the process behind growing and preserving olives. With harvest season in full swing, Melissa offers insights into flavouring your own olives at home, drawing from the farm’s two decades of experience in wine and olive production.
Dr Harry revisits the Clydesdale Spectacular, paying tribute to these iconic workhorses. While the event features competitions showcasing the breed’s strength and beauty, Harry also takes a closer look at the craft of farriers, who continue the age-old tradition of making and fitting horseshoes.
On the home front, Juliet presents a clever solution for small bedrooms—installing a shelf on the back of the bedhead to replace bedside tables, complete with an LED light strip for extra style. She also shares tips for setting up a functional kitchen with well-defined cleaning zones, ensuring all your washing-up essentials are within easy reach.
Finally, Graham focuses on cycads, ancient plants whose habitats are increasingly under threat. He shares advice on how to grow these prehistoric beauties in your own garden, helping to protect the species. And Charlie takes viewers on a tour of a hidden gem in Washington DC—a serene monastery garden known for its stunning roses, offering a peaceful retreat amidst the city’s bustling landmarks.
Catch Better Homes and Gardens this Friday at 7pm on Channel 7, 7two, and 7plus.
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