Monday 31 October 2022

Five surprising foods & drink you can freeze for weekly money saving - from cake to hummus



The freezer can be an absolute godsend when it comes to storing and cooking. Here are some surprising foods that can be frozen.

Lidl shoppers divided as supermarket announces big change to milk



Lidl is the latest to make the move, following the likes of Sainsbury's, Aldi and Waitrose - all of which made the change earlier this year

Sunday 30 October 2022

Garlic, golden and crispy! How to make ‘the best roast potatoes’ - without an oven



Roast potatoes can take over an hour to cook in the oven, here's how to do them in much less time, and with a garlic and thyme twist.

Saturday 29 October 2022

5 tips for 'perfect roast potatoes' - and a 'delicious' Marmite roasties recipe



The self-proclaimed "Potato Queen" Poppy O'Toole has shared five key tips for "perfect" roast potatoes and a recipe using Marmite.

Christmas tradition could crumble if biscuit strike goes ahead



A bumper box of chocolate biscuits is a staple of every family dinner table over the festive season. But it could be under threat if a strike goes ahead at the Fox's biscuit factory in Batley, West Yorkshire.

Restaurant staff stunned as diner 'sets timer' while waiting for service



The eatery has apologised but pointed out the customer could have reacted differently.

Food hacks: Four ways to make eggs in the air fryer - ‘Perfect every time!’



Looking for a quick and easy way to make eggs for breakfast? Consider the air fryer.

Friday 28 October 2022

'I tried more than 10 methods to make the perfect poached eggs' and here's the best



Poached eggs can be tricky to make, but one cook claims to have found the best way to do it.

Co-op recalls popular tinned product due to health fears - 'do not eat it'



Co-op is the latest supermarket to recall a popular food product as it could be harmful to eat. It has advised customers who have already bought the product to return it to their nearest Co-op store.

Best place to store milk to extend shelf life and other food hacks - 'avoid fridge door!'



As the cost of living crisis continues to affect many Britons' lives, people across the country are trying to find ways to cut the costs, including on groceries. One way to do this is to attempt to make your food last longer - this not only makes the weekly shop cheaper, but it also reduces food waste.

Thursday 27 October 2022

The top Christmas hampers to buy this year - including Fortum & Mason, Aldi and more



Not sure what to buy your loved ones this year? A hamper is a great start as the beautifully presented gifts have something for everyone. Express.co.uk has rounded up the best buys this year.

‘Skin is really crispy!’ How to cook jacket potatoes in 15 minutes - no oven



Jacket potatoes can take hours to cook in the oven. For anyone looking for a quick and easy alternative, try baking them in an air fryer.

'It’s going to cost you!' Meghan Markle's fans can have dinner with Duchess for £4,307



Meghan Markle has announced her upcoming event taking place in Indiana, but royal fans are shocked at the price.

Wednesday 26 October 2022

Mum's 'super simple' pasta bake recipe to feed the family for £1 each



The easy pasta bake recipe is ready in just 25 minutes.

Nigella Lawson's creamy peanut butter pasta recipe can feed four people for just £1.25



Nigella Lawson is cooking up £1.25 budget meals for cash-strapped fans. The TV cook best known for indulgent dishes such as boozy trifle has turned to more humble fare including spaghetti with Marmite.

Five foods you should never cook in an air fryer - ‘Dangerous and messy!’



Air fryers are incredibly popular and can be purchased from supermarkets to appliance stores. But there are a few foods that still need to be boiled, fried, or cooked the original way.

Argos shoppers rush to buy game-changing air fryer 'even better than Ninja'



"I have not stopped using this since it was purchased, it cooks everything quicker and to perfection."

Tuesday 25 October 2022

'How did I only just find out?' Greggs doughnut hack to get 'free' sides



TikTok users claim to have found a sweet Greggs hack that could elevate your doughnut-eating experience.

'Only one in the world': Unique McDonald's branch banned golden arches - 'they were afraid



A travel influencer paid a special visit to a very unique McDonald's and lifted the lid on why it doesn't have traditional golden arches.

Low-income households struggle to sit down to eat meals together - as they can't afford to



One in five low-income households fail to regularly sit down for dinner together - because they cannot afford to. A poll of 1,050 families, who collectively earn below £25,000 a year, found they worry about not having enough food at home as often as three times a week.

Cheapest food staples rise with pasta now costing 60% more - full list affected items



The cost of the cheapest food staples such as pasta, tea and chips has risen considerably with vegetable oil prices increasing by a staggering 65 percent.

Monday 24 October 2022

Brits eat 15 of their 21 weekly meals alone - as they are distracted by screens



Brits eat 15 of their 21 meals a week alone due to work or social media distractions - both at home and in the workplace. A poll of 2,000 adults found screen time in the form of social media and work emails ranked as the top two factors stopping people enjoying a meal with others.

How to save money on cooking using air fryers, pressure cookers, and hobs



One method saved more than £100 a year in tests.

Morrisons accused of 'robbing shoppers' over 'eye-watering' pumpkin prices



Shoppers have accused the supermarket of "laughing at customers" with their regular increases on items in store.

Saturday 22 October 2022

'Way crunchier': McDonald's worker shares hack to avoid soggy chips - 'such a good hack'



The hack can ensure your chips stay fresh even on the drive home from McDonald's.

Eggs Benedict recipe: How to make perfect Hollandaise sauce and a poached egg



Eggs Benedict is a classic American breakfast dish, and one content creator detailed the perfect recipe.

One in five Brits tricked into eating plant-based food by a partner



"You will never know if you like something until you try it."

Iceland recalls chicken due to potential serious health risk - 'do not eat it'



Iceland is the latest supermarket to recall a product due to it not being safe to eat. The company has advised people who have already bought the item to return it to their nearest store.

'Underrated' Burger King hack to get a free Whopper- 'make sure to ask for the receipt'



A TikTok user described the hack as "amazing", so how can you score a free Burger King this weekend?

Friday 21 October 2022

'Stupidly simple': Breakfast fried egg recipe with a twist - 'an easy win'



Chefs from YouTube's Sorted Food have shared a unique egg dish which they say is an "easy" way to win over your breakfast guests.

'It was a myth': You've been storing sparkling wine all wrong - the 'best way to preserve'



Sparkling wine can quickly lose its effervescence once opened, but wine and cheese expert Jessica Summer has the solution to maintaining bubbles.

'It’s game over!' Tesco makes major change to meal deals affecting all stores



The price of Tesco's meal deal is increasing this autumn and customers are not happy about it, with some saying this is "the real economic crisis".

'Quick and easy!' Chef shares must have surprise ingredient for 'creamy' pasta



Pasta is a versatile dish that one can never get bored of. A celebrity chef has shared a special ingredient that can be added to a pasta sauce to "intensify" the flavours and make it "creamier".

Kate Middleton often breaks royal food rule - 'more adventurous than William'



Kate Middleton has often broken food rules which the royals are thought to adhere to when travelling abroad. Two key times the wife of Prince William did this were during The Bahamas and Canadian royal tours.

Lidl recalls popular chicken product due to health fears - 'do not eat'



Lidl is the latest supermarket to recall a product due to health and allergy fears. The supermarket is advising customers who have already bought the item to return it to their local store.

Thursday 20 October 2022

'Tastes incredible': Domino's cheesy garlic bread hack - 'looks so yummy'



A Domino's pizza hack to create a yummy cheesy garlic bread has gone viral.

The best food and drink gifts for Christmas 2022 - from budget to luxury buys



Christmas is a time when many people come together over indulgent food and delicious drinks. Express.co.uk has rounded up the best food and drink gifts to give this year, whatever your budget.

Wednesday 19 October 2022

KFC hack wows fast food fans - 'this needs to be on the menu'



A KFC menu hack has wowed social media users who are calling for the restaurant to add the dish to the menu.

'Disappointing!' McDonald's fans divided as McCrispy is launched but Chicken Legends axed



McDonald's has introduced five new items to its menu today, including one burger which will become a permanent addition.

Burger King offers the iconic Whopper to all customers for free - here's how to get one



Burger King is offering its customers one of its most popular items for completely free of charge - but for limited time only.

Harry's favourite snack is the In-N-Out burger - the fast food classic taking US by storm



Meghan Markle is this month's cover of Variety magazine, out in newsagents today. In her interview with journalist Matt Donnelly, the Duchess of Sussex spoke about various aspects of her life, from deep issues like the grief she felt following the late Queen's death to less serious topics like Harry's favourite foods.

McDonald's introduces five brand new items to menu - including one for the first time ever



McDonald's has added five new items to its menu, and they are available to order at all stores across the country from today, October 19.

McDonald's lovers shocked at what Sweet & Sour Dip is made from - 'worst fruit to exist'



Many McDonald's lovers were shocked to discover what the beloved Sweet & Sour dip is made of.

Monday 17 October 2022

How to make crispy Nando's air fryer chicken thighs - 'they taste amazing'



An air fryer chicken recipe to make tasty, crispy Nando's thighs is impressing foodies.

Brits' top winter comfort foods - bacon sandwich and apple crumble top the list



Brits' top winter comfort foods include bacon sandwiches, warm apple crumble, and a roast chicken dinner. The study of 2,000 adults revealed crumpets and lasagne also featured in the top 20 list.

Furious McDonald's customers vent as 'only decent thing on the menu' axed



Customers have noticed that the chain's new menu is missing a "staple" item - and they are not happy.

Sunday 16 October 2022

'It's a deep and complex delicacy' The cold, hard truth about where to keep chocolate



Chocolate should be treated like wine - savoured, not scoffed, at the correct temperature and time of day, say food scientists