Good Food
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items: This smashed potato and feta platter is the ultimate spring entertaining recipe
items: Best vitamin D supplements 2026, tried and tested
items: The best probiotic supplements 2026 – tried and tested
items: BOSH's Henry Firth and Ian Theasby on changing the way we eat
items: 17 best bakeries in London
items: Wondering what to cook this Easter weekend? Try these 10 recipes our readers swear by
items: Experts have discovered the best time to drink coffee - and the healthiest way to do it
items: 30 kids' dinner ideas
items: Edd Kimber on the world of chocolate
items: 15 April dinners to refresh your recipe repertoire

This smashed potato and feta platter is the ultimate spring entertaining recipe
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date: 2026-04-08T15:13:51.000Z
creator: Emily Burg
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: News & Trends
subject: Asparagus
subject: Cucumber
subject: Radishes
subject: Salad
subject: Seasonal produce
subject: Seasonal salad
subject: Seasonal vegetables
subject: Spring
subject: Spring salad
subject: Spring vegetables
subject: Tomatoes
description: Try something new for lunch with these delicious salad recipes packed with seasonal produce. Enjoy apples, asparagus, cabbage, carrot, onion, potato, cauliflower and more
encoded: Say goodbye to the chilly weather and dark evenings, and hello to vibrancy and colour with sunshine and fresh green produce. No longer will you need to come in after a long day and take respite with a hearty meal, though we have the best recommendations for comfort foods when that's what you’re craving. Instead, you can enjoy a crisp, flavour-packed salad with the champions of the season: asparagus, cucumber, radish, purple sprouting broccoli, potato, parsley and more. Our deliciously crisp and tangy smashed potato, dill, feta and pickled red onion salad makes a standout choice for spring, best enjoyed al fresco on sunny days. We've also gathered the best classic salads and tasty twists to inspire you and show that salads need not be relegated to a side dish, but can hold their place as the star of the show. For more ideas, check out our healthy salad recipes, vegetarian salads and vegan salads. Plus, read our list of 10 salad dressings you can make in minutes. For more seasonal spring inspiration, check out our top 10 spring dinner ideas, the 10 most popular spring recipes on the site and our favourite low-calorie spring recipes. Celebrate the best of spring without breaking the bank with our budget spring recipes, and get all the nutrients you need with our healthy spring recipes and healthy vegetarian spring recipes. If you’d like to learn to forage for some of your seasonal produce, check out our helpful beginner guide to foraging. Wild garlic and nettles are popular produce to find in spring, so once you’ve gathered your haul check out our wild garlic recipes and nettle recipes for more inspiration. 25 vibrant spring salads 1. Smashed potato, dill, feta & pickled red onion salad This colourful salad sees baby potatoes roasted until golden and crisp, then tossed with tangy feta, fresh dill and pickled red onions. The combination of roast potatoes and fragrant herbs makes it a standout choice for spring gatherings. It’s simple to prepare and works well as a side …

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Best vitamin D supplements 2026, tried and tested
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date: 2026-04-08T14:39:52.000Z
creator: Emma Hartfield
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Review
subject: Supplements
subject: How to
subject: goodhealth
description: In the UK we’re advised to take vitamin D during the winter months, as we mainly source it from sunlight. Read our review to discover the different types of supplements you can take, and the best brands to choose
encoded: Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in keeping us healthy. It is well known for its part in maintaining strong bones and teeth by helping our bodies absorb calcium, but its benefits go much further. Vitamin D also contributes to a well-functioning immune system and supports mental wellbeing. In the UK, our main source of vitamin D comes from sunlight, as our skin produces it when exposed to UV rays. However, with our often overcast weather and shorter days during the autumn and winter months, it can be difficult for many people to get enough vitamin D from sunlight alone. While certain foods, such as oily fish, egg yolks and some fortified products, do provide small amounts of this important vitamin, it is widely recognised that supplementation is often necessary to maintain healthy levels throughout the year. Sponsored by Natures Zest Shine a light on your health with Natures Zest Vitamin D Known as the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is essential for bone strength, immunity and muscle function, yet many of us don't get enough. At Natures Zest, its premium formulas are designed for maximum effectiveness and are all backed by rigorous third-party testing for quality you can trust. <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=102967&awinaffid=489797&campaign=VITAMIN+D+BBC&clickref=NaturesZestXGFVitD010226&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.natureszestnutrition.com%2Fproducts%2Fnatures-zest-vitamin-d3-4000-iu-high-strength-d3-vitamin-for-calcium-absorption-immune-support-strengthen-bones-teeth-muscles-vegetarian-easy-to-swallow-150-gummies" target="blank" rel="sponsored noopener noreferrer">Vitamin D3 4000IU Gummies: tasty vegetarian gummies that deliver high-strength vitamin D3 to support bones, teeth and immunity from 21p per day. <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=102967&awinaffid=489797&campaign=VITAMIN+D+BBC&clickref=NaturesZestXGFVitD010226&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.natureszestnutrition.com%2Fproducts%2Fnatures-zest-vitamin-d3-4000-iu-100%2…

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The best probiotic supplements 2026 – tried and tested
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date: 2026-04-08T13:45:31.000Z
creator: Emma Hartfield
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Review
subject: Supplements
subject: How to
subject: best supplements
subject: do supplements work
subject: goodhealth
subject: gut bacteria
subject: gut health
subject: probiotics
description: Also known as ‘friendly’ gut bacteria, probiotics are recognised as live micro-organisms that may provide health benefits. Read our review to discover the best probiotic supplements to choose
encoded: Probiotics, often referred to as ‘friendly’ gut bacteria, are live micro-organisms that, when taken in sufficient amounts, may offer various health benefits. Supporting your gut health is vital for overall wellbeing, as maintaining a good balance and diversity of gut microbes can lead to proven digestive advantages, such as preventing or managing diarrhoea. The potential benefits of probiotics extend beyond digestion too, including supporting your immune system during times of stress. While diet plays a central role in fostering a healthy gut – think fibre-rich plant foods and fermented options like kimchi or kefir – there may be moments when a probiotic supplement could be a useful addition to your routine. JUMP TO REVIEWS If you're considering supplementation, we – with the help of an expert nutritionist – have tested a variety of probiotic products to determine the best for quality, effectiveness and value. Read on to discover the top probiotic supplements to support your gut health which includes one of our favourites for 2026, Natures Zest Biocultures Powder and the highly rated Smart Strains For Your Immune System. The potency of probiotics is measured in colony-forming units (CFU). Find out more about probiotics and what they do. Best probiotic supplements at a glance Best probiotic for gut health: Vitabright Advanced Bio-Cultures, £19.99 Best probiotics for when you're on antibiotics: Smart Strains For When You're on Antibiotics, £16.49 Best probiotics for immune support: Smart Strains For Your Immune System, £26.49 Best three-month supply of probiotics: Healthspan Pro20 Biotic, £48.99 Best vegan probiotics: Dr Vegan Gut Works, £28.99 Best high-strain diversity probiotics: Seed DS-01 Daily Synbiotic, £49.99 Best powdered probiotic: Natures Zest Biocultures Powder, £19.95 Best probiotics for diverse strains: Swallow Probiotic Live Cultures, £35 Best postbiotics: Ancient and Brave - True Biome,£36 Runner-up probiotic: ProVen Probiotics ShapeLine, £24.99 Best p…

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BOSH's Henry Firth and Ian Theasby on changing the way we eat
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creator: Samuel Goldsmith
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: food podcast
subject: Good Food Podcast
subject: plant based
subject: Podcast
subject: vegan diet
subject: vegan food
subject: Wholefoods
description: Plant-based pioneers and BOSH founders Henry Firth and Ian Theasby share their thoughts on wholefoods, supplements and the "v word"
encoded: The Good Food podcast BOSH creators Henry Firth and Ian Theasby sit down with Samuel Goldsmith to talk about making plant-based food exciting, accessible and genuinely delicious. From their new ready meal range and nutritional yeast seasonings to their latest cookbook More Plants, the duo shares practical tips on wholefood plant-based eating, the truth about supplements like creatine and omega-3s and why they've never been fans of the "v word". View oEmbed on the source website Bonus episode Listen to the bonus cook-along episode. View oEmbed on the source website Listen to more podcast episodes, including our Cook Smart podcast and Tom Kerridge podcast.

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17 best bakeries in London
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date: 2026-04-07T10:07:05.000Z
creator: Helen Salter
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Travel
subject: UK Travel
subject: travel
description: Get behind the bakery boom with our hit list of the city's top bakeries, complete with focaccia sandwiches, laminated pastries and unrivalled cakes
encoded: Artisanal bakeries have been in the spotlight for a few years now, and this is nowhere more evident than in London. Since we emerged from the pandemic, bakeries have been reworked into trendy destinations, with pastry obsessives basing their weekends around new menu additions and collab events. One-hour-plus queues have since become the norm, with baked goods going viral and selling out faster than Glastonbury tickets. The Good Food team is nothing if not a bunch of crumb-covered bakery fanatics, so it only felt right to curate our favourites, ready for you to peruse and potentially add to your bakery bucket list. For more London restaurant inspiration, check out our guides to the best pancakes in London, best pasta restaurants in London, best food markets in London or the best burgers in London. 17 best bakeries to visit in London 1. Layla Bakery, W10 5PQ Layla is a dream for foodies. Watch the chefs rolling the dough behind the counter as you choose from a five-star line-up of freshly baked pastries. The menu is constantly evolving, boasting delicious seasonal flavours, artful viennoisserie and fabulous coffee. When we recently visited, we were blown away by the pistachio cream & dark chocolate pain suisse; a cross-laminated pastry flavoured with wild garlic, pine nuts, parmesan and homemade wild garlic oil; and an impossibly glossy miso caramel bun. The cardamom buns are also a must-try. It's situated at the tail end of Portobello Road; we suggest visiting on weekdays to beat the weekend queues. laylabakery.com 2. Maya's Bakehouse, SW2 2TJ This Tulse Hill bakery has been steadily accruing a following from Brixton denizens since its opening in 2023. It sells unfussy bakes done exceedingly well, with a menu stretching from sourdough made from carefully sourced flours to monthly seasonal speciality bread, pecan brownies and almond cookies. You can also expect lavish creations such as gochujang, spring onion & cheddar buns and chocolate frangipane & candied kumquat b…

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Wondering what to cook this Easter weekend? Try these 10 recipes our readers swear by
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date: 2026-04-02T13:30:03.000Z
creator: Emily Burg
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: News & Trends
description: Discover our 10 most-loved Easter recipes to make this weekend, from sweet hot cross buns to savoury lamb centrepieces
encoded: Still not sure what to cook for Easter this weekend? We've got you covered. From hearty mains to seasonal treats, we’ve rounded up 10 of the most popular Easter recipes loved by our Good Food audience for their traditional charm and festive appeal. Each of the recipes below have been visited thousands of times, with hundreds of star ratings and comments from the community. Don’t forget to register for a My Good Food account so you can save your favourite recipes to make at a later date – you can organise them into your own collections for easy access. For a memorable Easter Sunday lunch, discover our comprehensive guide to putting together the perfect plate. We’ve also rounded up our best vegetarian Easter ideas, ensuring your meat-free guests can fully enjoy the celebrations. Or try our vegan Easter ideas for your plant-based friends and family. Curious about why lamb is such a popular choice at Easter? Find out more about Easter food traditions. And, to keep little ones entertained, our top Easter crafts and fun Easter baking for kids will provide hours of creative fun. 10. Roast lamb studded with rosemary & garlic A classic Easter lunch centrepiece, roast lamb embodies the spirit of new life and the joys of spring. Traditionally paired with mint sauce, roasted vegetables and seasonal sides like tender asparagus or sweet peas, it’s a dish that celebrates the season’s bounty. Our roast lamb, studded with fragrant rosemary and garlic, makes the perfect centrepiece for your Easter feast. With fewer than 10 ingredients, it’s a beautifully simple yet flavour-packed dish. For even deeper flavour, try studding the lamb the night before – this allows the herbs time to infuse the meat overnight, ensuring every bite is succulent and aromatic. Discover more Easter lamb recipes. 9. Easter simnel cake Fruitcake is often synonymous with Christmas, but its springtime counterpart, the simnel cake, is steeped in tradition. Lighter and sweeter, our classic simnel cake is topped wit…

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Experts have discovered the best time to drink coffee - and the healthiest way to do it
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date: 2026-04-02T10:26:05.000Z
creator: Helen Salter
subject: Guide
subject: Health
subject: Nutrition
subject: How to
subject: Caffeine
subject: Coffee
subject: goodhealth
subject: how much caffeine
description: Is your morning coffee causing an afternoon caffeine crash? We investigate the best time to drink it, plus the healthiest types of coffee available – including the ones to avoid.
encoded: Coffee is a daily ritual for millions – in the UK alone, we consume approximately 98 million cups of coffee per day, while 16% of us visit coffee shops on a daily basis. But when is the ideal time to enjoy your caffeine boost? And how can you make it as healthy as possible? We asked a range of experts to explain the science, the practicalities and the healthiest approaches to consuming caffeine. What’s the best time of day to drink coffee? Many of us reach for our morning coffee almost as soon as we wake, but experts suggest holding off a little longer – until mid-to-late morning – for the most effective and healthiest energy boost. This is because your body’s natural cortisol levels are highest shortly after waking, meaning you’re already getting a natural alertness boost. Adding caffeine at this point can lead to overstimulation and jitteriness. Celeste Wong, coffee expert and barista, also advises giving yourself time to wake up before reaching for your first cup. She suggests waiting 30 to 90 minutes after waking, allowing hormones like cortisol and adenosine to regulate naturally and helping prevent an afternoon caffeine crash. Additionally, research from the University of Bath highlights that drinking coffee after breakfast, rather than before, is better for metabolic control and blood sugar stability. A protein-rich breakfast followed by coffee is considered an optimal routine for both energy and health. <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2026/03/GettyImages-2148986071-fc0cf88.jpg" width="7822" height="5215" alt="Close-up of a kitchen scene - A man pours a hot cup of coffee from a french press coffee maker. The mug is surrounded by egg cups containing hard boiled eggs. Sun shines through the window creating shadows on the kitchen counter. The steam is backlit." title="When is the best time of day for your caffeine boost – and the healthiest way to get it" /> How long do the effects of caffeine last? Caffeine is absorbed rapi…

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30 kids' dinner ideas
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date: 2026-04-01T15:38:10.000Z
creator: Helen Salter
subject: Family
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: Dinner
subject: Easy
subject: Easy dinner
subject: Kids
subject: Midweek
subject: Weeknight
description: Discover plenty of weeknight inspiration with our easy dinner ideas for kids, from chicken nuggets to simple traybakes
encoded: Looking for family-friendly dinner ideas? We’ve rounded up the best kids' dinners ideas that adults will also love, perfect for quick and budget-friendly weeknight meals. Picky eaters will love our classic dishes like chicken nuggets, mac and cheese and fish fingers. Or try introducing new flavours and textures with our easy curries, stir-fries and stews. Pack in their 5-a-day with our colourful, easy dinners, and for veg-dodgers, we've got some clever hidden veg meals. Meet Cassie Cassie Best is our Head of food and mum to Florence, nine, and Rupert, seven. Read on her advice on feeding fussy eaters with ease or check out more of Cassie's recipes. See our easy 7-day family meal plan to organise your dinners for the whole week, or get kids involved in the kitchen with our kids’ cooking recipes. Plus, let the little ones get stuck into our healthy snacks for kids and kids’ lunchbox recipes for portable packed treats. Add more recipes to your rotation with our easy weeknight family dinners and top dinners for when you don’t know what to cook. Tips from Cassie One of the best ways to encourage children to try new foods is to get them involved in cooking. Touching, smelling, and preparing food helps demystify new ingredients and makes them more willing to give them a try. Model positive eating habits and a willingness to try new foods yourself. Take the pressure off and aim to make mealtimes fun and relaxed. Whenever I introduce a new food to my kids, I make sure there’s also a familiar favourite on their plate. This helps reduce pressure and makes trying something new feel less daunting. New foods often take multiple exposures before they’re accepted, so don’t give up. My son recently polished off a plate of sweet potato fries after years of insisting he didn’t like them – sometimes it just takes a bit of persistence! Top kids’ dinner ideas 1. Chicken enchiladas Mildly spicy and satisfying, these easy enchiladas stuffed with refried beans, onion and red pepper will be …

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Edd Kimber on the world of chocolate
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date: 2026-04-01T08:52:51.000Z
creator: Samuel Goldsmith
subject: Guide
subject: How to
subject: food podcast
subject: Good Food Podcast
subject: Podcast
description: The very first Bake Off winner and author Edd Kimber dives into everything chocolate – from the history to ethics, economics and the perfect choc chip cookie
encoded: The Good Food podcast Baker and author Edd Kimber — the first-ever winner of The Great British Bake Off — joins us to talk about his latest book Chocolate Baking, which puts one of our favourite ingredients centre stage. Edd shares the fascinating history of chocolate, from Mayan drinking rituals to modern bean-to-bar innovation, and explains why chocolate doesn't always have to be the dominant flavour in a recipe. We also dig into the ethics and economics of chocolate pricing, Edd's obsession with tonka beans, his mum's apple crumble (and why the jammy middle layer is the best bit), and what makes a truly perfect chocolate chip cookie. Plus, Edd opens up about navigating life after reality TV, the challenges of being defined by a single moment, and the Nigella announcement. View oEmbed on the source website Bonus episode Listen to the bonus cook-along episode. View oEmbed on the source website Listen to more podcast episodes, including our Cook Smart podcast and Tom Kerridge podcast.

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15 April dinners to refresh your recipe repertoire
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date: 2026-03-31T14:48:58.000Z
creator: Helen Salter
subject: Guide
subject: News & Trends
subject: How to
subject: April
subject: Dinner recipes
subject: Spring
subject: spring dinner
description: Celebrate the best of spring with these vibrant April dinners, offering inspiration for every day of the week. These dishes showcase spring’s bounty – think asparagus, radishes, new potatoes and more
encoded: April is here, and it's time to shake up your dinner routine with a new host of recipes. These easy dishes make brilliant use of seasonal spring produce and come packed with fresh flavours, from crunchy radishes to peppery watercress and delicate asparagus. Whether you need a quick weeknight meal or an impressive centrepiece for a weekend gathering, these 15 dinner ideas will brighten up your repertoire. Discover more seasonal recipe ideas in our comprehensive collection of April recipes. We also have the very best spring dinner ideas, spring pasta recipes and spring salad recipes. 1. Crispy fried chicken bowl with spring onion & ginger oil Spring onions and ginger bring an aromatic lift to this crispy fried chicken bowl. It’s a fun, fresh-tasting dinner that takes about an hour to make and is best served with sticky rice and seasonal spring greens. The spring onion oil is an addictive condiment that adds extra depth and zing. See more spring greens recipes. 2. Lemon & dill rainbow trout with pickled potato salad & radish slaw Rainbow trout is the star here, roasted with lemon and dill and served with a herby potato salad and crunchy radish slaw. It's ready in just under an hour and makes a lovely alternative to a traditional roast. The radishes and new potatoes add a true taste of spring. Check out more trout recipes. 3. Sausage traybake This traybake is packed with artichokes, new potatoes, cherry tomatoes and spring onions, tossed with sausages and finished with a swirl of pesto. It’s a healthy, high-fibre meal that’s ready in under an hour, perfect for busy evenings when you want something hearty but simple. The seasonal vegetables bring colour and freshness to the table. Discover more traybake recipes. 4. Spring onion & ginger crispy chicken rice pot Inspired by Hainanese chicken rice, this one-pot dish features spring onions and ginger for a fragrant, comforting meal. With chicken thighs, basmati rice and a finishing drizzle of chilli oil, it’s a low-calorie o…

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