I’ve written about some pretty niche cooking topics over the years. But often the articles that are the most discussed and the most fun to debate focus on those mundane, everyday tasks in the kitchen.

It doesn't get much simpler than eggs; just crack open the shell, and the possibilities are endless. You could fry them Gordon Ramsay-style, whisk them in a bowl and cook gently for soft, fluffy ...

Crack onto a paper towel or flat plate if you must, but honestly, I’ve messily smashed more eggs this way than I care to admit. As the original poster in our chat said, you may get more of a caved-in ...