Last date to feed homemade Christmas cake – ‘this is the week!’

Homemade Christmas cake can take time to perfect but when done right, it will always beat a shop-bought one. The dense, fruity mixture requires lots of attention after being baked which can make it even more rewarding when the time comes to tuck in. That said, the time is coming that will make or break … Read more

How to serve Christmas Dinner for six with just £20

As the cost-of-living crisis bites, this works out at just £3.33 a head for a turkey with all the trimmings that make a traditional festive feast. The price-busting deal is being offered by Sainsbury’s for Nectar card holders from Tuesday until Christmas Eve. It includes a standard small turkey, potatoes, Brussels sprouts, carrots, parsnips, gravy … Read more

Queen Elizabeth’s famous Christmas pudding recipe revealed – and you can make it at home | Royal | News

Now since Christmas is just around the corner, so many of us will be celebrating with our loved ones with a traditional big dinner on the day. Here Express.co.uk takes a look at the royal recipe below. Notes: This recipe will make 1kg puddings. If you don’t want to use alcohol, you can substitute for … Read more

How to make Mary Berry’s ‘comforting’ coffee cake

Whether is for a celebration or simply to treat yourself, there is nothing better than a helping of cake during a cold winter day. Coffee cake is the perfect dessert to pair with your favourite hot beverage now that the days are getting frostier, and British national treasure Mary Berry has shared her simple recipe … Read more

How to stop bread from going mouldy or stale and keep it fresh for longer

Bread can sometimes be tossed onto a kitchen countertop without a second thought, but knowing how to preserve it can help you cut down on waste and save money on your food shopping.  Keeping bread fresh is a delicate balance, as it needs to retain its moisture to prevent it from going stale but too … Read more

The best things to eat and drink at the Denver Christkindlmarket

The holiday cup of cheer overfloweth here in the Mile High City. Proof? You could go to a new Christmas pop-up bar in the Denver metro every day between now and Christmas and still not hit them all up. Rosol with a dumpling in it from the Pierogis Factory. (Brittany Anas, Special to The Denver … Read more

I tried five flavoured Irish creams – and the cheapest won by far

Flavoured Irish cream liqueurs have gained popularity in recent years, with supermarkets offering a huge variety of flavours. I recently tried flavoured beverages from Marks and Spencer, Asda and Aldi to see how they compared to one another. Tiramisu Irish cream The tiramisu beverage was purchased from Marks and Spencer for £9 for a 500ml … Read more

How to make Jamie Oliver’s quick avocado and bacon eggy crumpets – recipe

Jamie Oliver has combined crumpets with eggs, bacon and avocado to make his delicious recipe. However, as with all meals made by the British chef, there are some mouthwatering additions. For instance, in this fabulous brunchtime (or lunchtime) meal, there’s a minty jalapeño dressing to be enjoyed. Jamie Oliver said: “Now these are crumpets like … Read more

Poking hack that makes ‘perfect’ fried eggs hailed ‘genius’ by internet users

Though flipping eggs may seem the most logical approach to making your sunny side-ups extra crispy, some cooking experts believe otherwise. Chefs across TikTok have long insisted that the temperature of the oil is crucial for achieving crispy edges. Now, they’re proposing poking the egg white instead. This is what content creator Hailee Catalano (@haileecatalano) explained … Read more

Game of Thrones-themed wine, lower alcohol content: French winemakers try new tactics to combat falling sales – are they working?

So the wine industry is striking back with a marketing and branding drive worthy of Madison Avenue – a street in New York synonymous with the advertising industry. Tyrion Lannister (Peter Dinklage) pours wine in a still from “Game of Thrones”. One Bordeaux winemaker found success with a “Games of Thrones”-themed line of wines. Photo: … Read more