All these lists in the national papers of gifts for foodies are great, but if we’re honest who really needs a £50 apron or £250 knife? Sometimes it’s nice to think of things that are not only useful, practical gifts but also make you feel good about giving or receiving them. Sure, it’s a bit […]

So you’re settling in to student life now, no doubt becoming accustomed to Sainsbury’s discount shelf and piercing the film of the microwave meal. Could be worse right? But there’s nothing quite like a decent home cooked meal. Forget all the excuses, “I can’t be bothered”, “fresh produce is too expensive”, “I’ve not got time”, […]

Maddy Hubbard investigates those who use the term ‘bargain bin’ quite literally.

Fed up of counting sheep? Faye Waterhouse has the food and drink solution.

Ok so I know what you’re thinking – it’s only October and I’m recommending a Christmas themed event! We haven’t even had Halloween yet! But think about it. October means warmer weather, so you might actually want to be outdoors. And there’s something about Christmas food which is so indulgent and comforting that it can […]

With an abundance of gastronomic literature on offer, Maddy Hubbard takes us through the essentials. This week: Jeffrey Steingarten.

Apparently Jesus loves tacos. Maddy Hubbard visits Luck, Lust, Liquor and Burn to see if she does too

With restaurants banning customers from taking photos of their meals, we explore the irritating side to harmless food snaps

Frideswide O’Neill offers some frugal tips for your shopping, cooking and eating habits

Are you sitting comfortably? Let Ben Walker watalk you through the culinary hot-spots of charming Chorlton

Halloween brings you a fairy feast

This decadent French bake will soothe the soul

Beth Currall investigates the calorific truth behind fallowfields’ most love takeaways

Alexandra Williams talks to the former University of Manchester student and GBBO finalist.

Drool your way along the wonders of Burton Road with this guide to its sweetest eateries

Beth Currall gives us her view on the infamous baby food diet

Hanisha Sethi explores this new Oldham burger joint.