Good Food
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items: The best gifts to buy for foodies – food, drink, gadgets, homewares and more
items: Explore more of what you love
items: With thanks to the Good Health by Good Food goody bag suppliers...
items: 10 autumn lunch ideas
items: How to use up leftover sausages
items: Best oven thermometers
items: Good Food is on Substack
items: 20 hot cocktail recipes to keep you warm this winter
items: Top 15 on-the-go breakfast ideas
items: Planet Friendlier: Changing of the seasons

The best gifts to buy for foodies – food, drink, gadgets, homewares and more
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date: 2026-02-11T10:10:37.000Z
creator: Lucy Roxburgh
subject: Gift Guide
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subject: Review
subject: Christmas gift
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subject: valentine's day gift
description: The definitive guide to the best gifts for foodies, from home kits, gadgets and homeware, to edible and alcoholic presents
encoded: Looking for a food- or drink-inspired gift? Look no further. We've compiled some of the very best presents for the budding chefs, passionate foodies and kitchen gadget lovers in your life. For a dose of gift magic, why not treat others or yourself to homeware too, from kitchen accessories and cookware, to unique handmade tableware. These are the ultimate foodie gifts to give to someone special this year, whether you're looking for a Valentine's Day gift or any special occasion. From gourmet food gifts that tickle the tastebuds, to your favourite food lover's top tipple, there are plenty of gifts to choose from, so treat those you love or even yourself – why not brighten up your own kitchen cupboards? There are indulgent sweet treats, special bottles for a home bar, useful gadgets, gorgeous homeware ideas, and so much more. Browse the list for gift inspiration and then check out our guides for much more, including the best hampers, best wine gifts or best gifts for cocktail lovers. You can also check out coffee table books on our sister brand olive magazine. Jump to section: Best food gifts Best drink gifts Best gadgets and kit gifts Best home and kitchen gifts Best food gifts MELT orange slices dipped in dark chocolate Available from MELT (£22.99) This is the box of chocolates we would want to receive for Valentine's Day this year: juicy confit orange slices dipped in 70 per cent dark chocolate, scattered with cocoa nibs for a little finishing crunch. Available from: MELT (£22.99) Dishpatch delivery Available from Dishpatch (menus from £48) Why not give a foodie the gift of a restaurant-worthy meal in their own home? Dishpatch offer a range of meal kits from iconic chefs including Michel Roux, Rick Stein, Andi Oliver and Sabrina Ghayour. Whether you want a taste of Mexico with a taco party from El Pastor, the ultimate gourmet 'picky tea' with a meze delivery from Bubala or a three-course Cornish seafood feast from Rick Stein, there's a menu and cuisine for everyone …

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Explore more of what you love
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date: 2026-01-23T12:27:51.000Z
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description: Whether you’re looking for batch-cooking tips, showstopping dishes or quick midweek meals, our food magazines have got you covered
encoded: Already read one of our food magazines? Discover even more inspiration with our other trusted titles – all packed with expert recipes and techniques you can rely on. Do you want Good Food? Do you want Olive? Do you want Easy Cook? Do you want Good Food Collection? Do you want Good Food Home Cooking Series? Good Food Your ultimate source for culinary inspiration and expertise, Good Food magazine delivers delicious tried-and-tested recipes, practical advice and monthly guidance from the UK’s leading kitchen team. Subscribe here <a style="color: #fff;text-decoration: none;text-align: center;cursor: pointer;max-width: 130px;background-color: #be2a77;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;padding: 12px 20px;border-radius: 4px" href="https://magsdirect.co.uk/magazine-category/food-drink-magazines/good-food-magazines/good-food/?srsltid=AfmBOorasWSgU7RsdWEW9ZVh9y31996NeImGtBLg2c__ZpWtmHOfO7c6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow noskim">Buy the latest issue Olive Olive is a stylish food, travel and home magazine that invites you to explore, savour and share the very best in food and drink from around the world – including tasty seasonal recipes, the hottest restaurant openings and tempting travel itineraries. Subscribe here Buy the latest issue Easy Cook Loaded with quick, simple and stress-free recipes designed for everyday families, Easy Cook magazine takes the pressure out of mealtimes by showing you how to whip up effortless, affordable recipes in almost no time. Subscribe here Buy the latest issue Good Food Collection Perfect for home cooks and recipe collectors of all skill levels, the Good Food Collection offers an expertly curated selection of Good Food’s finest recipes, tailored to themes, seasons and special occasions. Buy the latest issue Good Food Home Cooking Series The Good Food Home Cooking Series magazine has six annual, seasonally themed editions, each packed with mouthwatering recipes to keep you inspired the whole year round – from everyday di…

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With thanks to the Good Health by Good Food goody bag suppliers...
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date: 2025-10-20T16:21:08.000Z
creator: Good Food
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description: Find out which brilliant brands generously contributed products to the goody bags at the Good Health by Good Food launch event on 8 October
encoded: A huge thank you to the brilliant brands who generously contributed products to the goody bags at the Good Health by Good Food – How the UK Really Eats: Health, Habits and Hidden Opportunities breakfast event, held on 8 October at The Soho Hotel. Guests enjoyed an inspiring keynote from Sophie Gastman, followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion led by Good Food’s Cassie Best. The panel brought together a wealth of insight from Sophie Gastman (@sophiethenutritionist), Emma White (Nutracheck), Issie Keeling (Good Food), Lauren Leyva (@laurenleyva) and Lulu Grimes (Good Food) as they explored the evolving landscape of food habits and health in the UK. We’re incredibly grateful to all the companies who helped make the morning extra special with their generous goody bag contributions. Discover the fantastic brands who helped power the event below. With thanks to: Perfect Ted matcha (@perfecttedenergy) The Giving Tree (@givingtreesnack) Serious Pig (@seriouspigofficial) Unrooted (@unrooteddrinks) Biomel (@biomel.life) WHAT a DATE (@what.a.date) Taking the Pea (@takingthepea) TWG tea (@twgteaofficial) Agua de Madre (@aguademadre)

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10 autumn lunch ideas
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date: 2025-10-10T23:00:27.000Z
creator: Rachel Gunter
subject: Guide
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subject: autumn lunch ideas
subject: Autumn recipes
subject: Autumn soups
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subject: healthy work lunches
description: Warm up on cooler days with one of our flavoursome seasonal lunch recipes
encoded: As the days get shorter and colder, it's time to start enjoying those cosy dishes again, so we've rounded up our favourite autumn lunch ideas to that'll see you through to the winter. Whether you need a quick lunch on the go, or you're looking to take your time at the weekend, our recipes make the most out of the best autumn produce, like pumpkins for our spicy pumpkin soup or quince in our roast parsnip, quince & caramelised onion salad. If you enjoy your lunch warm, you should also check out our top hot lunches for more lunchtime inspiration, and for the kids, see our favourite school packed lunch ideas for more speedy and healthy recipes your kids will love. 10 autumn lunch ideas 1. Creamy mushroom soup We love an autumn soup recipe and this one is perfect for a warming lunch. This light yet filling creamy mushroom soup uses porcini and wild mushrooms for a beautifully rich taste. Grab some crusty white bread and enjoy a bowlful. 2. Spicy pumpkin soup Make the most of seasonal squash in the early autumn and try a spicy pumpkin soup, that's topped with toasted pumpkin seeds for a contrasting crunch. Have a look at some of our favourite pumpkin recipes for more autumnal ideas. 3. Roast squash with goat's cheese & puy lentils Roast butternut squash until caramelised then combine with crispy kale, soft goat's cheese and puy lentils for this hearty lunch that's impressive enough to serve to friends at the weekend. 4. Salsify crumpets Salsify, a lesser known root vegetable, is in season from October to February. Our salsify crumpets are complete with a poached egg and mustardy crème fraîche that would make for a filling weekend lunch. Have a look at our seasonal calendar to find out what other produce is perfect for this time of year. 5. Hearty pasta soup This filling soup is full of fibre and veg, plus it's low in fat, making it a great healthy autumn recipe. This hearty pasta recipe makes enough for four, so either enjoy as a warming family lunch at the weekend, or p…

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How to use up leftover sausages
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creator: Emily Burg
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subject: Frugal
subject: Leftovers
description: Read our tips on storing, freezing and defrosting sausages to avoid waste, and discover 35 recipes for making the most of any leftovers you have in the fridge.
encoded: Sausages are a staple of British cuisine. They lend themselves to almost every occasion, whether sizzling away on a barbecue in the sunshine or warming you on a cold winter’s day in a hearty pie or casserole. The UK consumes a staggering amount of sausage per year. In 2014 we reportedly consumed 181,853 tonnes of sausage. However, in 2018 the UK was responsible for 9.52 million tonnes of food waste! Follow our tips on safely storing, freezing and reheating sausages to prevent unnecessary waste. We have 35 fantastic recipes to inspire you to use your leftover bangers, too. How to store leftover sausages Chilled sausages should be kept in the fridge between 1-4C and should be eaten by the use-by date on the packaging. What temperature should sausages be cooked at? When cooking sausages, make sure the internal temperature reaches 70C and holds that temperature for at least 2 minutes. Once cooked, sausages should be cooled, then chilled between 1-4C, where they can be kept for up to two days (but not past the use-by date). To reheat, cook until the internal temp reaches 70C again. How to freeze and defrost sausages Raw sausages can be frozen for up to two months. They should be defrosted in the fridge and only cooked after they are thoroughly defrosted. Sausages that have been defrosted in the fridge can be kept for up to two days in the refrigerator before cooking. We recommend only defrosting the sausages you intend to use in each recipe to ensure minimal waste. 35 ways to use up leftover sausages Hot dogs Hot dogs are a great way to use up sausages. We recommend cooking your sausages on the barbecue in batches and leaving the remainders raw in the fridge to be used later. Spice up your everyday hot dog with our American inspirations, such as our Philly-style cheese dogs loaded with onions, green peppers and a ready-made cheese sauce. Or, our sloppy sausage chilli cheese dogs made with sausagemeat, beans and a spicy tomato sauce. You could also try our delicious hoisi…

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Best oven thermometers
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date: 2025-07-22T13:18:59.000Z
creator: Elaine Lemm
subject: Information
subject: Review
description: Make sure your oven is running accurately – we've tested the best oven thermometers to get the perfect temperature every time.
encoded: Modern ovens are very accurate but, over time, the calibration can start to fluctuate, up or down, caused by any number of reasons, not least age and constant use. Just 5 or 10 degrees out can wreak havoc on your cooking as much-loved, favourite dishes begin to go wrong, being under/overcooked, or browning too quickly. Rather than blaming the ingredients or, worse still, yourself, it may be good to check your thermostat is working correctly. To do this, you will need an oven thermometer. These, often small, stand-alone gadgets will help you check the oven's accuracy quickly and easily. Don't wait for things to go wrong, though. Many professional chefs, bakers and cooks for whom accuracy is paramount will use an oven thermometer right from the start with a new oven and check the oven's accuracy every six months or so. How to choose an oven thermometer An oven thermometer is a relatively cheap accessory to buy, many under £20 and most under £10, which is not a lot to pay for accuracy in your cooking. However, price is not always the best guide to what suits you. Size is important, as seeing the display with the oven door closed is essential, as opening will cause the temperature to drop. Oven thermometers come in different sizes, so choose one that works for your oven and for you to see easily. The display on the thermometer needs to be clear, uncomplicated and easy to read. It is handy if they have both Celsius and Fahrenheit, as recipes can sometimes come with either. Oven thermometers can either hang or stand from the oven rack, and some even do both, which is helpful. Hanging from the shelf ensures it does not interfere with your dishes coming in and out. Standing, they should be large enough to not slip between the bars. Testing oven thermometers This oven thermometer video is from our friends at America’s Test Kitchen. View Green Video on the source website How to use an oven thermometer The best place to put the thermometer is in the middle of the oven, where m…

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Good Food is on Substack
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creator: Lulu Grimes
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description: Read more about Test. Taste. Repeat. – a brand-new Substack newsletter from the Good Food test kitchen team
encoded: Test. Taste. Repeat. is a brand-new newsletter from the Good Food test kitchen team, a behind-the-scenes look at what we geek over and debate when we’re developing recipes, making video and podcasts, and chatting about food. Each week, our managing editor, Lulu, chats with a different member of the cookery team to explore a recipe that we all think we’ve cracked. Subscribe now via Substack When it comes to recipes, we all like to think we’ve got the one. That go-to recipe that hits all the right notes, if we’re talking cookies then we’d be championing ‘chewy, chocolatey, crisp-edged, maybe even a little salty’. But here's the thing: no cookie lovers are the same – your best cookie might be someone else's “meh.” Every Tuesday we’ll investigate the ‘why’ and the ‘what’; taking the ingredients and method apart and pondering the science, texture and flavours. We’ll send you a recipe we all agree on (or we at least agree to agree on) – with five (or more) ways to tweak it, plus any other genius tips we think you’ll find useful. There’s room to experiment, and that’s where the fun lives. Test. Taste. Repeat. is free today – subscribe now, and you’ll get: An exclusive weekly recipe, with extensive recipe test notes, every Tuesday The entire archive of Test. Taste. Repeat. Access to our subscriber-only chat Subscribe now via Substack

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20 hot cocktail recipes to keep you warm this winter
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creator: Rachel Gunter
subject: Drinks
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description: Beat the chill with one of our favourite hot cocktail recipes – perfect for parties, serving with dinner or enjoying as an evening treat after a long day.
encoded: View Green Video on the source website When it's wet and cold outside and going out to your local pub or bar seems like a trek, try one of our hot winter cocktails to keep warm at home. If you're hosting a gathering, you can keep your guests going with something citrussy, like our spiced clementine mulled whisky, or use your slow cooker to make our slow-cooker mulled cider. For more drinks ideas that are perfect for the colder months, try some of our top winter cocktails. And for chocolate lovers, check out our top hot chocolate recipes to help satisfy your sweet tooth. Top 20 hot cocktail recipes 1. Mulled wine Our mulled wine is the perfect festive cocktail, as it can be made ahead of time before things get busy. To serve warm, heat on the hob (being careful not to let it boil) and serve in heatproof glasses. We also have a slow-cooker version that's just as delicious. 2. Hot toddy The combination of whisky, honey, lemon, cinnamon and cloves really packs a punch, which makes this hot toddy recipe perfect for winter. Not a whisky fan? Try our hot gin toddy for a warming alternative. 3. Slow-cooker mulled cider Get your slow cooker out and make this sweet and zesty slow-cooker mulled cider. Serve in a large heatproof bowl and let guests help themselves. We've also got a recipe for a festive mulled beer, made with golden ale, apple juice, brandy and warming spices. 4. Salted caramel & rum hot chocolate This grown-up hot choc is made with dulce de leche, a thick caramel. Our salted caramel & rum hot chocolate makes a wonderful after-dinner treat for adults. For more chocolate tipples, check out our best boozy hot chocolates for an indulgent drink. 5. Spiced clementine mulled whisky Make the most of this seasonal citrus fruit by stirring up a batch of our spiced clementine mulled whisky that's perfect for those winter nights when you've just come in from the cold. 6. Hot buttered rum Try rounding off dinner with some hot buttered rum. Sweet and gently spiced with cinna…

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Top 15 on-the-go breakfast ideas
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creator: Emily Burg
subject: Guide
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subject: Recipes
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description: Our breakfast ideas are quick and flavoursome, helping you start the day right. Try superfood scrambled eggs or make-ahead meals like overnight oats.
encoded: It’s hard to balance a healthy, nutritious diet alongside a full-time job and family life. After making packed lunches in the morning, the last thing you want to think about is whipping up an army’s worth of cooked breakfasts. Or maybe you’re only responsible for yourself, but those extra 20 minutes in bed seem far more worthwhile than a hot brekkie. From overnight oats, shakes and granola to savoury sandwiches and muffins, whether you're hurrying out of the house in a rush or want to get ahead with meal prep, we've got plenty of ideas to keep you going until lunchtime. For inspiration for breakfasts and brunches on treat-yourself mornings, take a look at our delicious breakfast and brunch recipes. We've gathered a collection of delicious make-ahead recipes that can be chucked onto a plate without hassle. Or, for those with a few minutes to spare, a selection of recipes that take 10 minutes or less to prepare. Quick grab-and-go breakfast ideas 1. Breakfast super-shake Loaded with natural sugar and fats, this is the shake to make if you've got a busy day ahead. Blitz banana and berries together with yogurt, seeds, honey and cinnamon the night before, pour into a bottle and grab it from the fridge the next morning. Simple! 2. Easy banana muffins These easy banana muffins use buttermilk to make them extra moist and pecans for those buttery healthy fats. Breakfast muffins make a great on-the-go breakfast as you can prepare them the night before, ready to eat in the morning. For something different, our delicious breakfast muffins are healthier than your average muffin, using mashed banana and apple sauce for natural sweetness plus blueberries and seeds for an extra nutritious hit. Look at our breakfast muffin recipes for more batches of delicious, fluffy muffins to give you an energy boost in the morning. 3. Breakfast bars Our breakfast bars are fruity, chewy flapjacks packed with delicious oats and cereal. Kids will love to help make them, and they’re perfect for lunch…

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Planet Friendlier: Changing of the seasons
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date: 2025-04-28T14:00:21.000Z
creator: Lulu Grimes
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subject: Sustainability
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description: Is climate change altering the calendar for harvesting fruit and veg? Here's food for thought, plus a few recipes to help reduce your impact on the environment
encoded: We say that eating seasonally is more ‘sustainable’ but what does that really mean? Seasonality is a much-used term when we talk about produce, and we assume that each season gives rise to certain foods appearing in shops without taking stock of how climate change might affect the usual pattern. Last year wasn’t like the year before, or the year before that – rainfalls varied, light levels fluctuated, it got hot and cold at inappropriate moments, and yet we expect what we eat, and when we can eat it, to remain the same. Climate change is blurring the edges of the seasons and extending our window to grow produce, estimated as a month longer than the 1960s according to the Royal Meteorological Society (technically the growing season starts when the temperature gets to five degrees Celsius or more for five consecutive days and ends when the temperature drops below five degrees or more for five consecutive days). Mild weather means the arrival of asparagus gets earlier each year, so there’s no waiting around for 23 April for the traditional start of the season. While that’s good news for asparagus growers and enthusiasts, extreme weather events such as flooding and drought are more common, and changes in temperature, light and rainfall can be detrimental to other crops. Across the last two years the UK had the wettest 18 months since records began, meaning flooded farms, waterlogged soil and, according to DEFRA, veg production was down 4.9 per cent and fruit 12 per cent. Last year was dismal for potatoes and DEFRA have estimated that the wheat harvest could be the second worst since records began. The first ever food security index was published by the government in 2024 to track the increasing threats to food supply. Our weather is no longer reliably ‘seasonal’, and we need to be more aware of what that might mean in relation to what we eat. Where crops are grown may also change as growing conditions become more favourable in some places. Vineyards have sprung up all o…

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