Xanthe Clay

Colin the Caterpillar is a jewel in Marks & Spencer’s crown. He’s 36 now, meaning children who celebrated their birthdays with Colin may well be serving it up to their own children: M&S sells more than a million a year. The other supermarkets have followed with their own copy-caterpillar cakes too: every one of the big multiples (you may recall M&S even took Aldi to court in 2021 over its “trademark-infringing” Cuthbert, which ended in a settlement) – including, as of June 19, Lidl, which has la

Most of the punnets on shelves at the moment are British – but not all of these sweet berries are equal in flavour, texture or value

Afternoon tea is now associated with tourist traps, but I’m reclaiming this British tradition as a way to slow down

Some tasted savoury and luxurious. Others were metallic, mushy and best left on the shelf. We put tins and jars to the test

Ranch dressing is having a moment. The all-American dressing is flying off the shelves, no doubt thanks to the World Cup . According to a BBC

Thanks to the World Cup, this all-American condiment is flying off supermarket shelves – but which bottle deserves a place on your table?

Be prepared, says the Boy Scout motto, and the phrase has taken on a new significance.

Felt the heat this summer? So have your fruit and veg . This year's hot weather is ripening our crops faster than usual, while limited rainfall means everything from apples to onions may be smaller.

Even if supply chains hold up, knowing these fruit and veg swaps will make you a more versatile cook

Gary Neville, you're wrong. The former footballer turned pundit has released a video slamming all green vegetables, but he really puts the boot in