Lidl's mince pie beats Mr Kipling in taste test
A festive taste test reveals a supermarket mince pie that outshines Mr Kipling and M&S for flavour and value. Discover the budget-friendly winner for your Christmas table.
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Mince Pie Taste Test: Supermarkets vs Mr Kipling
We taste-tested mince pies from seven major UK supermarkets against Mr Kipling. Discover which budget buy beat the famous brand and which one was overpriced.
Birmingham B&M store gets zero hygiene rating
A B&M store in Birmingham has been given the lowest possible hygiene score of zero, placing it among the worst in the country. Read the full report and company response.
Lidl wins mince pie taste test beating M&S and Mr Kipling
A festive taste test reveals which supermarket mince pies offer the best value and flavour. Lidl's budget offering triumphs over premium rivals. Read the full results and ratings.
Man eats only Wetherspoons for three days - bill shocks
A British YouTuber survived on just Wetherspoons meals for 72 hours, spending a total of £44.38. Discover his surprising favourite dish and daily breakdown.
Walsall Rooftop Food Court Awaits Planning Verdict
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
Food Safety Alert: Popular Crisps Recalled Over Allergen Risk
Calbee Group UK recalls Hot & Spicy and Pizza Chips due to undeclared mustard and celery. Check your packets now and return for a full refund if affected.
All Bar One's Festive Menu with Mallow & Marsh Cocktails
All Bar One has launched a festive menu in Sheffield, featuring cocktails with Mallow & Marsh and Absolut Vodka, plus indulgent burgers. We review the new offerings.
Walsall Rooftop Food Court Stop Notice Withdrawn
Walsall Council has withdrawn a stop notice against the Rooftop Food Court after compliance. The venue, which opened without permission, hopes to reopen soon. Read the latest.
13-Year-Old's Foodraiser Delivers Massive Donation Haul
A 13-year-old's solo Christmas campaign for Feeding Families yielded an astonishing mountain of food donations, set to help hundreds. Discover how one young person sparked community action.
Aldi's Christmas food bank appeal: what to donate
Aldi urges UK shoppers to donate key items like tinned food and toiletries at in-store collection points this winter, as food bank demand is set to surge by 30%.
Best Times for Supermarket Reductions Revealed
An expert reveals the exact times to shop at Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Lidl and Morrisons for the biggest discounts on reduced items. Plan your Christmas shop and save.
Cambridge volunteer wins award for tackling food waste and hunger
Lindi Holmes, a Cambridge volunteer, wins FoodCycle's Regional Volunteer of the Year Award for helping turn over 20 tonnes of surplus food into thousands of free community meals. Discover how you can get involved.
Bargain Christmas trees at Home Bargains for £10.99
Shoppers are snapping up real Christmas trees for a bargain £10.99 at Home Bargains. Discover the best festive tree deals from Tesco and Morrisons too.
Sides launches Christmas dinner burger across UK
Sides, the burger chain founded by the Sidemen, has unveiled a festive 'Roast Chicken Dinner' burger meal. The limited-edition menu launches in December across all UK branches, including Merry Hill.
Morrisons' New Festive Pie Has Shoppers Desperate to Visit
Morrisons launches a new Chocolate & Orange Brownie Pie for Christmas, priced at £3.25. Shoppers call it 'unreal' as the supermarket also introduces Talking Tills to combat loneliness.
Food banks warn of winter crisis in West Midlands
Food banks across the West Midlands brace for a severe winter surge in demand, with over 61,000 parcels distributed last year. Donations struggle to keep pace as vulnerable groups face rising costs.
Aldi's £1.48 per person Christmas dinner deal
Aldi offers a complete Christmas dinner for eight people for just £1.48 per person. The budget-friendly festive feast includes turkey, trimmings, and gravy. Enter their Advent Giveaway for a chance to win your shop back.
Food banks at breaking point ahead of winter surge
Food banks across the West Midlands are preparing for a severe winter surge in demand, with a 27% rise in parcels since pre-pandemic levels. The Trussell Trust warns they are at breaking point and urgently need public donations.
Coca-Cola Christmas Truck 2025: Next Stop Announced
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Tour 2025 has announced its next steps. Find out where to see the festive lorry, get a free drink, and capture perfect holiday photos.
UK Christmas turkey shortage feared due to strike
A two-week strike at a key frozen food storage facility in Lincolnshire threatens to disrupt turkey supplies for Christmas. Find out how the pay dispute could impact your festive dinner.
West Midlands Christmas Markets in UK Top 20
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
Brindleyplace to host festive food and makers market
Birmingham's Brindleyplace hosts a festive market on Dec 18 with local vendors like Early Bird Bakery and the Salvation Army Band. Discover food, gifts, and festive cheer.
Aldi Urgent Recall: Christmas Chocolate Gonks Allergy Alert
Aldi urgently recalls Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks due to undeclared peanuts. Check batch code 4061463276865. Return product for full refund.
Smyths Toys Christmas warning over clear click & collect bags
Smyths Toys warns parents its click & collect uses clear bags, risking Christmas surprises. Plus, expert tips for the best 2025 festive food shop dates.
Aldi's Christmas giveaway offers £100 daily vouchers
Aldi is covering the cost of Christmas food shops for lucky customers. Enter the daily prize draw for a chance to win a voucher worth up to £100. Find out how to claim.
Waitrose's 33% Off Christmas Food Offer Ends Tuesday
Waitrose shoppers have until the end of Tuesday to save a third on selected festive food and drink, including panettone and stollen. Act now before the deal expires.
UK faces Christmas cheese shortage due to Greek farm virus
UK households could see festive feta supplies dwindle after a deadly sheep and goat virus outbreak in Greece decimates herds. Discover the impact on your Christmas table.
Bratwurst letdown at Birmingham Christmas market
A journalist's first taste of a Christmas market bratwurst in Birmingham left her disgusted. Discover why this festive favourite failed to impress and whether it's worth trying.
James Martin's gesture makes Good Food Show worthwhile
A VIP day at Birmingham's Good Food Show Winter became truly special thanks to a touching moment from TV chef James Martin. Discover what made the event unforgettable.
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