Summer Ideas

07/04/2026

Ready, set, picnic!

Pack up the hamper with all your favourite picky bits – we’re talking crowd-pleasing snacks, irresistible dips and next-level picnic recipes to impress your pals. Whether you’re heading to the park, the beach or your own back garden, we’ll show you how to set the scene and pick up everything you need in store.

Hot sauces

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.

Scandi-inspired grazing board with smoked salmon, eggs, crackers, and more.

08/04/2026

Grazing board ideas

Our grazing board ideas are guaranteed to create a crowd-pleasing spread. See how to make a grazing board, and be inspired with our easy ideas and top picks from the Foodhall.

Summer store cupboard ingredients

04/04/2026

12 store cupboard flavour-boosters

Want an easy way to elevate your midweek meals? Discover our senior food editor's top go-to Foodhall flavour-boosters ingredients to add to your pantry, plus quick and easy recipe ideas for how to use them.

Gazpacho and pan con tomate

08/04/2026

How to host a tapas night

From crisp croquetas and patatas bravas to tortilla, fiery garlic prawns and jamon, look to the flavours of Spain to create the ultimate tapas night feast at home. Discover our top tapas ideas, with sizzling Spanish recipes and picky bits to try from the Foodhall.

watermelon chunks

09/04/2026

How to cut a watermelon

Watermelon is one of summer’s most refreshing, healthy treats, but it’s not always the easiest to prep. We’ll show you how to cut it with ease, so you’re left with juicy morsels you can add to salads, smoothies and sangria.

09/04/2026

Summer baking ideas

Embrace the sweet flavours of summer with our easy summer baking and dessert ideas. These recipes celebrate glorious summer fruit, ice cream and more.

Watermelon and feta salad

07/04/2026

Healthy summer dinner ideas

From bold and beautiful salads to fish dishes and veg-packed seasonal dishes which celebrate the season’s crop of stellar produce, read our pick of healthy summer meals to cook when the sun shines.

07/04/2026

What is the Mediterranean diet?

Take a trip along the sunny shores of the Mediterranean, one meal at a time, with our guide to this light, fresh and healthy way of eating. Learn more about the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and find plenty of recipe inspiration for quick and easy dinners which pack in sunshine flavours.

Potato salad

08/04/2026

How to make potato salad

Level up your next barbecue with a side of homemade potato salad. See how to make a quick and easy potato salad, plus our favourite ingredients to spice things up.

Toast with peanut butter

07/04/2026

What to eat during exam season

With exam season in full swing, our nutrition experts are on hand to help with some top tips on the best study snacks to eat during exam season, from quick bites to balanced dishes to keep you fuelled while revising.

A tray of loaded fries

10/04/2026

Budget summer holiday food

Looking for healthy school holiday food that won’t break the bank? We’ve got you. From easy recipes to make with kids to the best-value ingredients to feed the family, read our pick of budget-friendly summer holiday meal ideas. Plus, make planning your family’s meals a breeze with our expert tips and meal prep hacks.

rose wine

24/03/2025

A beginner's guide to rosé wine

From pale pink Provence styles to fruity White Zinfandel to sparkling rosés, find out what the best rosé wine is for you with our beginner's guide.

Greek salad

10/04/2026

Best salad dressing ideas

Liven up your lunchtime with one of our vibrant salad dressing ideas. See how to make classic creamy Caesar, a light Greek dressing, and more. Plus, discover the best dressings to pick up from the Foodhall with our round-up of top picks.

10/04/2026

Why you need to try boxed and canned wine

Forget everything you thought you knew about wine in a can or pouch. They can offer excellent quality, value and convenience. Find out more about this growing wine trend and see the best boxed and canned wines to try.