Food & Drink

1 December 2015

Cadbury unveil Christmas Grotto made entirely of chocolate as part of advent calendar campaign

Liverpool was the first stop on the Cadbury Advent Calendar trucks list this December, with a one-off Christmas Grotto made entirely from Cadbury chocolate being unveiled in the city for ...
1 December 2015

Caroline Oldham On A High After Award Win

Hello, So since last week we have had some very exciting news we won our first award for Biteappy! An award recognized in not only the UK but also in ...
1 December 2015

Why we should eat an apple a day

Everybody knows the famous saying "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." And research shows that this really could be the case. With evidence to show that apples can ...
28 November 2015

Stir Fried Brussels Sprouts With Lemon & Chilli

Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Serves: 2 Ingredients: 2tsp sesame oil 2 chicken breasts sliced into thin strips 4 shallots thinly sliced 250g Brussels sprouts shredded 1 clove garlic finely diced Half tsp chilli flakes Zest of ...
28 November 2015

Potato & Brussels Sprout Crush

Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 650g potatoes, chopped into quarters 6 rashers back bacon, finely diced 250g Brussels sprouts, shredded Oil for frying Ground black pepper Method: 1. Place the potatoes in a large ...
27 November 2015

Brussels Sprout & Cranberry Salad

Ingredients: 280g shaved Brussels sprouts 60g dried cranberries, cut into pieces 50g pancetta, diced 30g pecan nuts, chopped into small pieces 30g parmesan cheese shavings (you can use a vegetable ...
27 November 2015

Mediterranean Tomato Chutney and Cheese Sausage Rolls

Great to make with the kids, these sausage rolls take care of any leftover sausage meat from the Christmas stuffing and makes for a tasty snack or lunch Makes 8 ...
27 November 2015

Cheese, Spinach & Caramelised Chutney Quiche

Use up the post-Christmas cheeseboard by making this fresh-tasting quiche that will feed all the family. Branston Caramelised Onion Chutney goes with any of combination of cheeses - so get ...
26 November 2015

Yellow Bean Pork Stew

As winter is well and truly here, it's time to turn to comforting meals to snuggle up with on those cold nights. Wing Yip's Oriental Yellow Bean and Pork Stew is ...
26 November 2015

Turkey Meatballs

These homemade turkey meatballs are quick and easy to make and packed with taste. Turkey mince is combined with breadcrumbs, eggs and parmesan, rolled into meatballs and browned in a ...
26 November 2015

Bread Sauce

This is the perfect recipe for making use of day-old bread, and can be frozen if it is not needed right away. Serves: 10 Preparation Time: 15 min Cooking Time: ...
25 November 2015

Dr Dawn Harper tells us why we should eat bread this festive season

Dr Dawn Harper is supporting the We Heart Bread campaign, championing the importance of eating carbs over the festive season. We talked to her about bread- a carb that gets ...

25 November 2015

Nakd Festive Fudge

Raw chocolate fudge + Nakd Christmas Pud bars = The ultimate festive treat! These healthy fudge squares make great gifts but just let the recipient know they must be kept ...
25 November 2015

Roast Turkey Stuffed with Sweet Onion Stuffing and Gravy

Give your usual Christmas dinner a Haywards zing with our sweet onion stuffing and gravy Serves 8-10 Ready in 4 hours Ingredients: Method: ...
23 November 2015

Pork Fillets In Apple And Guinness

As the temperatures drop and the first cold snap of winter hits, we wanted to share our favourite GUINNESS recipes to bring some much-needed warmth to the dinner table. Serves ...
23 November 2015

Mulled Ale

Neil Rankin has partnered with AB InBev to create the perfect winter warmer drinks - mulled beer style.The two new hot hops recipes are a contemporary twist on a traditional ...
23 November 2015

Does food addiction really exist?

Actress Denise Welch claims she is a food addict. Is there really such a thing - and, if so, what does it mean for obesity treatment? Last week, actress Denise ...
23 November 2015

Caroline Oldham Whips Up Chicken Katsu Curry For Winter

Hello everyone, This week I have been in the Cotswold's. What a beautiful part of the country, I have always heard such wonderful things so was very exciting to be ...
21 November 2015

Families Are Bored Of The Same Midweek Meals

Over a third of mums in the survey said they don't try new dishes because they take much longer to prepare, with over a quarter believing that an ideal midweek ...
21 November 2015

Roasted Mesquite Vegetables With Halloumi

Vary the mix of vegetables according to personal preference and what you have available. Pumpkin or marrow could be used instead of the squash and fennel, baby turnips, new potatoes ...
21 November 2015

Hickory Glazed Chicken Wings With French Bean & Pine Nut Salad

When asparagus is in season, the French beans can be replaced with 8 asparagus spears. Cook these until just tender in boiling water, or brush lightly with olive oil and ...
20 November 2015

Leftover Chicken/Turkey Curry With Alex James

Cooked on the hob. Ingredients: Method: ...
20 November 2015

Mini Christmas Puds

Super speedy mini Christmas puddings you can pop in the oven to cook whilst you are eating the main course and they are ready to serve in just 40 minutes ...
20 November 2015

Tiny Fruity Cakes

Makes 12 cakes Preparation time 20 minutes Cooking time 45 minutes Ingredients Method ...