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Crisp packet book uncovers UK's lost design history

A new book archives Britain's most garish crisp packets from 1970-2000, revealing a lost world of hand-drawn art, bizarre flavours, and potent childhood nostalgia. Discover the story behind the collection.

Fuchsia Dunlop: Britain's Unlikely Sichuan Food Hero

Explore how Fuchsia Dunlop, the British food writer, mastered Sichuan cuisine and became a culinary authority, influencing both Western and Chinese food culture. Discover her remarkable journey.

London Named World's Best Food City in 2026

London has been named the world's best food destination in Tripadvisor's 2026 Traveller's Choice Awards, beating Dubai and Rome. Discover why the capital's diverse culinary scene won global acclaim.

London's Bizarre Soup Topping Trend Goes Viral

Londoners are topping soup with cornflakes, 'flaming' hot crisps & chocolate in a new food craze. Crosse & Blackwell reveals data & creates new recipes. #NationalSoupMonth

Fast Food Nation: 25 Years On, Dangers Persist

A quarter-century after Eric Schlosser's exposé, the industrial food system's profits and risks, from bird flu to health crises, have only intensified. Read the urgent update.

Full list of junk foods banned from TV ads before 9pm

A major UK junk food advertising ban is now in force, targeting HFSS products high in fat, salt, and sugar. Discover the full list of restricted foods and the government's childhood obesity strategy.

UK junk food advert ban comes into full effect

A major ban on TV and online ads for unhealthy food and drinks is now law in the UK. The government says it will prevent 20,000 cases of childhood obesity. Find out which products are affected.

UK junk food advert ban comes into full force

A landmark TV and online ban on advertising unhealthy food and drinks is now in effect. The government says it will prevent 20,000 childhood obesity cases. Read the full details.

Is a £20 Harrods Too Good To Go Bag Worth It?

A TikTok foodie tested a £20 'Too Good To Go' surprise bag from luxury store Harrods. Discover what he found inside and his brutally honest verdict on whether it's a bargain.

January is for comfort food, not reinvention

Forget New Year's diets. This January, embrace nostalgic comfort food like fish finger sandwiches and barley soup as a radical act of self-care and a way to slow down time.

Meera Sodha's Vegan Pumpkin Cheese Fondue Recipe

Celebrate the season with Meera Sodha's innovative vegan pumpkin cheese fondue recipe. This creamy, plant-based centrepiece is perfect for festive gatherings. Discover how to make it.

How to Safely Reheat Your Christmas Leftovers

A food hygiene expert reveals the safest methods for reheating Christmas turkey, vegetables, and more to avoid food poisoning this Boxing Day. Follow these essential tips.

Quiz: 17 Tricky Questions on London's History

Think you know London? Put your knowledge of the capital's monuments, famous faces, and hidden history to the test with our 17-question quiz. Perfect for history buffs and curious Londoners alike.

Climate crisis drives up UK Christmas food prices

Extreme weather and fragile supply chains are pushing up the cost of festive staples like cranberries and wheat, raising fears over future UK food security and stability. Discover the climate link to your Christmas shop.

History of Christmas Dinner: Medieval to Modern

Explore the surprising history of the UK's Christmas dinner, from medieval 'umble' pies to Victorian turkey. Discover global festive feasts and why we eat what we do on 25 December.

UK bans junk food TV ads before 9pm watershed

The UK government has announced a watershed ban on TV ads for HFSS foods before 9pm. Discover how this new policy aims to tackle childhood obesity and its impact on the food industry.

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