Olivia Ferguson
Food Editor
01/05/2026
Best summertime drinks
Warm, sun-drenched days call for ice-cold drinks, and we’ve got every taste and moment covered – from iconic cocktail cans to refreshing Mexican-inspired lagers.
Summer drink ideas
29/04/2026
How to use frozen fruit
We’ve rounded up our favourite ways to use frozen fruit, whether you’re looking to add a burst of fruity flavour to cocktail hour, make a dazzling dessert, or switch up your breakfast.
Frozen fruit uses
27/04/2026
Bank holiday food ideas
Whether you’re planning a barbecue, some picky bits with friends or a family picnic, we’ve got some bank holiday food and drink ideas to inspire you.
Plan your long weekend
22/04/2026
Best summer desserts
Keep your summer sweet with our must-try puddings. Whether you’re after a showstopping homemade dessert to round off a barbecue or a ready-made treat to tuck into your picnic basket, we’ve got every craving covered.
Take a slice
22/04/2026
Find the best doughnuts to try
From new-in Dunked N’ Loaded showstoppers to jam-filled favourites and sprinkle-smothered rings, we’ve rounded up the very best doughnuts worth sinking your teeth into. And if you fancy yourself a star baker, roll up your sleeves and try whipping up a doughnut creation of your own.
Best doughnuts guide
16/04/2026
Best chip and dip combos
Level-up your snack game this summer with our must-try selection of epic dips, from fully loaded showstoppers to homemade family favourites.
Best dips guide
09/04/2026
What to try at M&S Food this month
Every month, we share the standout stars landing in the M&S Foodhall, plus insider tips on how to serve them. Keep scrolling to see our Food Editor's top picks in store right now (warning: this will make you very hungry).
See the Foodhall faves
02/04/2026
What to do with puff pastry
From flaky tarts and golden pies to sweet treats and picky bits, puff pastry is the ultimate kitchen shortcut. Read on to discover what puff pastry is, how to use it, and plenty of recipe inspiration.
Puff pastry guide
26/03/2026
What is hot sauce and how to use it
Give your family's favourite dishes a boost with our new range of Flamin’ Fruit Hawwwt Sauces — crafted to dial up the heat and flavour and tap into the trend for all things 'fricy'. Plus, read all about what hot sauce is, and how to use it, with our handy guide.
Hot sauce guide
20/03/2026
What is kimchi and how to eat it
Tangy, spicy and rich in umami flavour, kimchi is the Korean staple you need to know about. Find out how to make and eat kimchi, and try some seriously tasty recipes using your new go-to ingredient.
Kimchi guide
13/03/2026
How to choose the best cereal
From protein‑packed bowls to porridge classics and chocolatey treats, these are the cereals worth waking up for. Crunchy, wholesome or indulgent — plus perfect for desserts, too.
Best cereal guide
12/03/2026
Ways to use Easter leftovers
Whether it’s slightly past‑their‑best hot cross buns, leftover roast lamb and veggies, or even the last odds and ends of chocolate eggs, put your Easter leftovers to delicious use with our top tips and recipe ideas.
Inspiration this way
25/02/2026
Baking ideas for spring
Whether you’re planning an epic Easter feast or want to keep the kids busy over the school holidays, be inspired by our brilliant baking and sweet treat ideas.
Spring baking
17/02/2026
What to cook with baked beans
Nutritious, delicious, versatile, and pocket-friendly, baked beans are the unsung heroes of your kitchen cupboard. Explore the range and discover ways to make them shine with our expert tips.
Budget baked bean ideas
16/02/2026
Cocktails to make this Easter
Whether you’re hosting a crowd or keeping things low key, celebrate the Easter long weekend with a round of wow-worthy cocktails. Think boozy lemonade and a hot cross bun-inspired old fashioned made for slow sipping.
Discover Easter cocktails
02/02/2026
What to cook for Galentine's
Celebrate the friends who make life sweeter this loved-up season, with wow-worthy cocktails, picture-perfect picky bits and the tastiest chocolate treats. Your guide to effortless hosting and gifting starts here.
Galentine's food ideas
29/01/2026
Delicious ways to use feta
Feta cheese is a kitchen hero – tangy, crumbly, and endlessly versatile. From classic Greek dishes to everyday meals, this guide shows you how to make the most of feta. Whether you’re sprinkling it over a fresh salad, baking it into a comforting traybake, or cooking up a Mediterranean-inspired feast, discover the best ways to enjoy feta.
Feta dinner ideas
28/01/2026
Pancake Day 101
Discover all you need for a flipping delicious Pancake Day, from epic recipe ideas to cooking tips and the tastiest toppings from our Foodhall.
Ready, set, flip
22/01/2026
How to cook broccoli
Give your broccoli a boost with our simple, budget-friendly recipes, and see how to cook broccoli with tips on steaming, roasting, and air frying.
Budget broccoli recipes
20/01/2026
Best food for a cold
Discover delicious ways to support your immune system and help fight off those pesky winter bugs with this helpful guide to all things nourishing and comforting.
Best foods for cold
11/12/2025
Best vegetarian Christmas food ideas
Have a very veggie festive season with our range of wow-worthy vegetarian starters, centrepieces, sides and desserts. See what's in store this season.
Christmas veggie picks
25/08/2025
Your Christmas menu, sorted
Serve up your ultimate fuss-free, flavour packed festive feast with our editor's picks of epic Christmas dishes from our restaurant-quality Christmas Food to Order service. Order by 10 December then collect in store from 22-24 December.
Plan your menu
07/11/2024
Your Christmas planning guide
Make the big day stress-free with our guide to getting ahead this festive season. From freezer must-haves to prep-ahead treats, be inspired by our expert's top tips.
Get ahead
03/10/2024
Please-all puds
Let’s face it, no meal is complete without pudding. Luckily our Foodhalls are the ultimate one-stop dessert shops. We’ve been perfecting the art of first-of-their-kind, totally tempting desserts for decades. From our original melt-in-the-middle chocolate puddings in 2004 to our new hot Mini Yum Yums, there’s always a new idea up our sleeves…and a dessert spoon ready in our hands. We take inspiration from everywhere – from the world’s best patisseries to the top social media trends, and work with our trusted suppliers to source the most delicious ingredients. Read on for mouthwatering new pudding inspo by the bowlful.
Dig in
25/09/2024
Why you need to try Marmite Cheddar
Exclusively available at M&S, our new Marmite Cheddar has just landed in store. Discover more about this must-try cheese and be inspired by our delicious Marmite-packed recipe ideas below.
Tuck in
09/09/2024
Time for tea?
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of our Luxury Gold Tea, we are taking a closer look at what makes the nation's favourite tipple so popular, spilling the tea on how to make the perfect cuppa every time and sharing some delicious recipe ideas.
Spill the tea
30/08/2024
The ultimate chocolate guide
Discover everything you need to know about chocolate – from choosing the right type and storing it properly to brilliant baking ideas and perfect wine and beer pairings – right here.
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Olivia graduated from Northumbria University in 2014 with a First Class Honours in Fashion Communication (BA), and has since worked as a lead copywriter on a global digital account, wrote food, fashion and lifestyle copy for a luxury department store, and managed social media for a national fashion retailer.
Olivia now has over six years' experience in the M&S Food team. Her passion for food began when working for her mum’s catering business and was nurtured through roles in cafés and restaurants before moving into the world of editorial.
Whether she’s cooking up twists on family classics or bringing you must-try new arrivals from the Foodhall, Olivia is on hand with your daily dose of foodie inspiration, celebrating bold flavours, seasonal produce and what makes M&S food special.