'A proper brew' Tea does taste better in the north... due to the water, expert reveals

A CUP of tea really does taste better up north - and it's all down to the water.

Princess Charlotte and Prince George's favourite treats they make with mum Kate

PRINCESS CHARLOTTE and Prince George spend a lot of time in the kitchen with their mum Kate Middleton, and it seems their repertoire of dishes they can make is already quite substantial.

Woman's attempt at 'healthy' roast dinner in air fryer leaves her surprised

AS the cost of living crisis worsens, many people have begun looking for alternative ways to save money - including getting creative with a traditional Sunday roast.

Asda removes best before dates from 250 food items - use 'own judgement'

ASDA has announced a major change to packaging that will impact UK customers.

Queen Elizabeth avoids THIS food shape because of centuries-old royal rule - here's why

THE QUEEN and the Royal Family reportedly cannot eat food in a certain shape due to a centuries-old rule. Why is this?

Tom Kerridge shares what's in his shopping basket - top ingredient to bulk out meals

WHAT is in Tom Kerridge's shopping basket? The celebrity chef spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk about some of his top ingredients.

Keep your strawberries fresh for two weeks with food storage hack that ‘actually works’

FOOD storage hacks not only help you reduce food waste, as well as allowing you to make the most of the food you buy.

Sainsbury's announces major change which may save customers lots of money

SAINSBURY'S has announced a new change to combat food waste.

‘Temperature impacts taste!’ Best place to store chocolate so it doesn't 'lose flavour'

CHOCOLATE is loved by millions of Brits, but how it is stored can affect how it tastes according to new research.

Mars bar shortage fears sparked as shoppers face empty shelves - 'how will we cope!'

MARS BAR fans are being confronted by empty shelves at supermarkets, with many reportedly struggling to source the popular treat.

Tom Kerridge shares best ingredient for cheap cooking - 'works really well'

TOM KERRIDGE spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk about how people can save money when cooking.

Why you shouldn't leave frozen meat out on the counter to defrost - 'use the water method'

FREEZING meat is a great way to reduce food waste and store items near then use-by date. But how do you defrost them safely?

How to ripen a banana in just 15 minutes so it's ready to eat

FANCY a banana but it's still a little green? Here's how to ripen this fruit in just 15 to 20 minutes.

Queen's favourite local foods from her royal estates - including fresh Balmoral salmon

THE QUEEN has four royal estates she visits throughout the year, and Windsor, Balmoral, Sandringham and Buckingham Palace each offer different culinary delights.

Celebrity chef defends £85 steak dish at pub as cost of living bites

A CELEBRITY chef has defended the prices at his pub, which include £85 for a steak dish and £65 for chicken and mushroom "pie" with trimmings.

Bakery makes UK's ‘priciest pork pie’ with luxury fillings including edible gold

THIS is believed to be the UK's most expensive pork pie as it's been made with grated truffle and edible 24-carat gold.

SPAR recalls popular food product due to undeclared ingredient - 'health risk'

SPAR is the latest retailer that has recalled a popular food product as it has been deemed potentially unsafe for some users. They have been warned not to consume the product.

'Mind blown' Walkers leaves fans staggered with crisp packet colours revelation

WALKERS has astonished fans by dispelling a widely believed myth about their crisp packets.

‘Avoid clingfilm or foil!’ Stop cheese from going mouldy & sweaty with clever storage hack

CHEESE is now a luxury item in shopping baskets, so if you want to make it last, store it correctly.

Sourdough war: Move to make ‘sourfaux’ bread a no-dough area

Bakery war broke out today after The ‘Real Bread Campaign' named major retailers who they claim misuse the term ‘sourdough'.

Family slams Toby Carvery meal with 'overcooked meat and cold potates'

A FAMILY of four were invited back to a Toby Carvery for a "hot"roast with soft potatoes", after complaining of an "absolutely disgraceful" prior visit.

Customers blast pub for 'serving food and drinks' after rat spotted behind bar

A PUB continued to serve food and drinks after a rat was spotted behind the bar, customers claim.

Burgers, hot dogs and ribs are ‘God tier’ BBQ food - proving classics stand test of time

Burgers, hot dogs and ribs have "God tier" status among BBQ fans - proving the classics have stood the test of time despite the rise of healthier alternatives. This guide to the best of the barbeque foods shows the likes of cauliflower "steak", cous-cous and chorizo appear lowest on the nation's wish lists.

Keep bananas fresh 'for five days longer' with simple and cheap trick - plus other fruit

AS food prices continue to rise, Britons are doing what they can to make their grocery shop last longer. Express.co.uk spoke to a packaging expert for top tips on how to keep food fresh and tasty past its sell by date.

Why you shouldn't store nuts in a cupboard - best place for them to last 6 months

NUTS can be really expensive to buy, so knowing how they should be stored to maximise flavour and shelf-life is important.

Food storage hack: 'Lesser-known method' to keep herbs 'fresh and tasty for longer'

FOOD storage hacks can help reduce waste by making certain fresh items last longer, ultimately saving you money. One viral hack has revealed a simple, yet "lesser-known" way to keep herbs "fresh and tasty for longer".

Restaurant owner's perfect response after diner leaves 'insulting' one star review

A RESTAURANT owner has hit back at a diner who left a one-star review online after complaining about food prices.

Royal Family's best vegan and vegetarian recipes - including Meghan's 'sexy' pasta

THE ROYAL FAMILY are adding more vegan and vegetarian cooking into their daily lives, and some have gone so far as to share their favourite plant-based recipes with the world.

Starbucks announces return of iconic pumpkin spiced latte - hitting stores next week

STARBUCKS is set to launch its autumn menu, which includes its popular pumpkin spiced latte, within days.

Refreshing alcoholic drink Prince William is said to make Kate after putting kids to bed

KATE MIDDLETON is said to enjoy a light and refreshing alcoholic drink in the evening once her children are in bed.

Tesco shoppers 'gutted' after supermarket makes huge change to Clubcard scheme

TESCO has announced it is making a huge change to its Clubcard scheme.

Amazon is slashing 37 percent off gin and wine for August bank holiday

AMAZON is offering massive discounts ahead of the August bank holiday on spirits including gin, rum and wine, making it the perfect time to stock up for BBQs. With prices cheaper than UK supermarkets, find out more here.

The Guardsman Hotel: Classic champagne afternoon tea in London with a twist

LOOKING to enjoy afternoon tea? Consider The Guardsman Hotel and for £45 per person, you can be sipping on champagne.

Burger King is giving away free Whopper burgers tomorrow - here's how to get one

BURGER KING has said that they will be giving away free plant-based burgers to 10,000 lucky customers tomorrow to celebrate National Burger Day. The deal is part of a plan from the chain to move towards a less meaty future.

Savvy mum-of-two shares 'an old trick' to bulk up meals and 'make food stretch further'

AS THE cost-of-living crisis continues to ravage the UK, Britons are fining alternative ways to make their food last longer. With food prices on the rise, some people are claiming that online food hampers are cheaper than the usual supermarket shop.

Worrying two-week warning issued to nation's chip lovers

A WARNING has been issued to anyone in the United Kingdom who eats chips.

Beer prices 'would top £25 a pint'

THE wholesale price of a pint of beer would be £25 if alcohol had risen at the same rate as energy, a supply boss claims.

Gourmet pearls to be relished as Branston Pickle turns 100

BRANSTON Pickle, the famed ploughman's essential, is heading upmarket. Its makers promise poshed-up version Braviar will still retain its traditional familiar vinegary tang and sweetness. However, the new accompaniment for gourmet snacks has been made into pearls resembling high-end caviar - though despite its name, Braviar remains vegan.

Avoid keeping cheese, milk and butter in fridge door is 'very effective' way to save money

KEEPING the food in the wrong place can make it go off quicker, but a simple tweak in the way you organise the fridge can be extremely useful to make food lasts longer - and to save money.

‘No mould or mush!’ Keep berries fresh and plump for 2 weeks with simple storage solution

TIRED of finding your berries mouldy? Here's how to keep them plump and fresh for two weeks.

Prince Charles enjoys ‘extraordinary cocktail’ whereas Camilla opts for local tipple

PRINCE CHARLES and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall both have an alcoholic drink in their honour, which the public can buy.

Mum horrified after finding 'piece of plastic' in Morrisons chicken burger

A MUM was left shocked when she found a "piece of plastic" in a Morrisons chicken burger.

Tesco sparks fury as its oranges are not suitable for vegans

TESCO is facing criticism as customers discover that some fruits are not suitable for vegans.

How to ripen an avocado in just two minutes so it's ready to eat

AVOCADOS are an extremely popular food among Britons, but it's almost impossible to ripen them exactly when you want to eat them. Here's how you can do it in just two minutes.

Morrisons issues urgent recall on popular product due to salmonella scare - 'do not eat'

MORRISONS is the latest supermarket to recall a popular food product as it may be unsafe for consumers. Customers have been warned not to eat it.

'Best way to serve a spud!' Tesco names UK's favourite type of potato - it's not chips

STUCK on how to serve potatoes? Try the nation's favourite way - roast!

‘No mould, no freezing!’ Keep bread fresh for weeks with food storage hack

WARBURTONS have shared the best ways to store bread to keep it fresh and mould-free for weeks.

Experts rank best Walkers crisps flavours of all time

WALKERS is the UK's most popular crisp brand - but does your favourite flavour make the list?

Easy food storage hack to revive vegetables - 'keep their crunch'

BUYING vegetables one day, only to have them shrivel and go brown the next? Here's an expert's top tips on storing veggies for ultimate freshness.

'Tastes pretty much the same' Keep bread fresh for longer with simple food storage hack

BREAD can go mouldy in just over a week if not stored correctly, however, there are some food storage hacks which could keep your bread fresh for longer.