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Foodhall Picks
09/04/2026
What to try at M&S Food this month
Every month, we share the standout stars landing in the M&S Foodhall, plus insider tips on how to serve them. Keep scrolling to see our Food Editor's top picks in store right now (warning: this will make you very hungry).
See the Foodhall faves
07/04/2026
Must-try cakes in the Foodhall
Discover the must-try cakes that have landed in our Foodhall. From lamingtons to blondies and brownies, these sweet treats are getting the nation talking.
See what's new
07/04/2026
Best types of cookies
From gooey Chunked N’ Loaded cookies to plant-based picks and bake-it-yourself brilliance, here’s your go-to guide from the home of cookies. Let the dunking begin…
Dive into cookies
07/04/2026
What to eat during exam season
With exam season in full swing, our nutrition experts are on hand to help with some top tips on the best study snacks to eat during exam season, from quick bites to balanced dishes to keep you fuelled while revising.
Study snacks
26/03/2026
What is hot sauce and how to use it
Give your family's favourite dishes a boost with our new range of Flamin’ Fruit Hawwwt Sauces — crafted to dial up the heat and flavour and tap into the trend for all things 'fricy'. Plus, read all about what hot sauce is, and how to use it, with our handy guide.
Hot sauce guide
17/03/2026
Top-rated M&S Food on Ocado
Want to know the M&S Food products customers are raving about? Check out the 10 top-rated food products on Ocado this month. Add all these to your basket immediately!
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What to try at M&S Food this month
What is hot sauce and how to use it
Find the best doughnuts to try
Top-rated M&S Food on Ocado
Cooking Tips
09/04/2026
How to cut a watermelon
Watermelon is one of summer’s most refreshing, healthy treats, but it’s not always the easiest to prep. We’ll show you how to cut it with ease, so you’re left with juicy morsels you can add to salads, smoothies and sangria.
Read the guide
08/04/2026
How to host a tapas night
From crisp croquetas and patatas bravas to tortilla, fiery garlic prawns and jamon, look to the flavours of Spain to create the ultimate tapas night feast at home. Discover our top tapas ideas, with sizzling Spanish recipes and picky bits to try from the Foodhall.
Tapas food ideas
08/04/2026
Grazing board ideas
Our grazing board ideas are guaranteed to create a crowd-pleasing spread. See how to make a grazing board, and be inspired with our easy ideas and top picks from the Foodhall.
Build your board
08/04/2026
How to make potato salad
Level up your next barbecue with a side of homemade potato salad. See how to make a quick and easy potato salad, plus our favourite ingredients to spice things up.
See the recipes
07/04/2026
Healthy summer dinner ideas
From bold and beautiful salads to fish dishes and veg-packed seasonal dishes which celebrate the season’s crop of stellar produce, read our pick of healthy summer meals to cook when the sun shines.
See the recipes
07/04/2026
The best barbecue food
Fire up the grill with our pick of must-try barbecue food in store this summer. Plus, be inspired with our pro chef's tips on how to barbecue and sizzling recipe ideas.
Barbecue food guide
Best fajita toppings
Pizza party top tips
Budget
10/04/2026
Budget summer holiday food
Looking for healthy school holiday food that won’t break the bank? We’ve got you. From easy recipes to make with kids to the best-value ingredients to feed the family, read our pick of budget-friendly summer holiday meal ideas. Plus, make planning your family’s meals a breeze with our expert tips and meal prep hacks.
See the ideas
30/03/2026
Wallet-friendly cheddar cheese ideas
Cheddar is an everyday staple that will lend a punchy flavour and golden, melty texture to all sorts of dishes. See our best budget-friendly recipe ideas and tips to put your cheddar to delicious use.
Ways to use cheddar
20/03/2026
The best way to make porridge
Learn how to make porridge the easy way so it’s creamy, dreamy and oh-so-comforting every time. Then get set to experiment. Read on to discover ways to make porridge, plus recipes and serving tips.
Guide to making porridge
13/03/2026
Budget-friendly ways to cook cabbage
Make cabbage magic with these budget-friendly and often surprising recipes. Say goodbye to boring boiled greens: this is how to cook cabbage and make the humble brassica remarkable.
Read more
17/02/2026
What to cook with baked beans
Nutritious, delicious, versatile, and pocket-friendly, baked beans are the unsung heroes of your kitchen cupboard. Explore the range and discover ways to make them shine with our expert tips.
Budget baked bean ideas
13/02/2026
Spaghetti dinner ideas
It may seem a simple ingredient, but our flavour-packed spaghetti ideas will take this humble, great-value Italian staple to top-tier status in a flash.
Get the recipes
Wallet-friendly cheddar cheese ideas
Health
08/04/2026
Make healthy lunchboxes
A balanced lunch can help kids stay focused and fuelled until dinner. Read our top tips and easy lunchbox ideas they're sure to love.
Kids' lunchbox ideas
07/04/2026
What is the Mediterranean diet?
Take a trip along the sunny shores of the Mediterranean, one meal at a time, with our guide to this light, fresh and healthy way of eating. Learn more about the benefits of the Mediterranean diet and find plenty of recipe inspiration for quick and easy dinners which pack in sunshine flavours.
Take a look
07/04/2026
Healthy summer dinner ideas
From bold and beautiful salads to fish dishes and veg-packed seasonal dishes which celebrate the season’s crop of stellar produce, read our pick of healthy summer meals to cook when the sun shines.
See the recipes
23/03/2026
Eat Well, Play Well: Grassroots Edition
We’re on a mission to improve access to healthy eating choices across the UK’s grassroots football community. Discover more about the campaign and how, along with ambassadors like Jill Scott and Ian Wright, we’re helping grassroots gaffers feed and fuel their club players with delicious, healthy food.
Discover the campaign
20/01/2026
Kids' healthy food ideas
We all know the importance of eating a healthy, balanced diet, and this is just as true for little ones as it is for adults. Be inspired with our healthy food ideas for kids and expert advice from our nutritionists.
See the ideas
20/01/2026
Best food for a cold
Discover delicious ways to support your immune system and help fight off those pesky winter bugs with this helpful guide to all things nourishing and comforting.
Best foods for cold
Eat Well, Play Well: Grassroots Edition
Café
20/11/2025
Let's have a Cup of Ambition
We all know our tea and coffee tastes great – but did you know it does good too? Since its launch, our Cup of Ambition programme has reached over 2,000 farmers across six countries, empowering producers within our house blend and Gold Tea supply chains and supporting their communities.
Read More
31/10/2025
Discover the M&S Café
Whether you're stopping for a quick coffee, a hearty brunch or an afternoon treat, our cafés are the perfect foodie pitstop. See our top picks available in the café now and browse the full menu online.
See the menu
05/08/2025
Kids Munch Menu
Little ones can enjoy a main, snack, and drink for just £4.50. Explore the Mission Munch menu to find everything from cheesy toasties to hidden veggie soups..
See the menu
07/07/2025
Introducing the Big Marks sandwich
Take a bite of our loaded Big Marks sandwich for those classic burger flavours on the go. Find an M&S Café near you and discover our fresh summer menu.
Take a bite
29/05/2025
Discover our M&S Café coffee
Pop into your M&S Café for your daily caffeine fix and discover how we do coffee differently – from always being Fairtrade to expertly crafted blends. Explore what makes every cup so special.
Take a sip
21/05/2025
M&S Café rewards
Discover all the rewards we offer in the M&S Café, from a free coffee on us to events for parents and little ones. Your next coffee just got sweeter.
Start saving
Discover the M&S Café
Best in Season
27/03/2026
What's in season in April
From first-in-season Jersey Royals to asparagus, Tom Kerridge shares his guide to the best British fruit and vegetables in season this April, plus plenty of seasonal recipe ideas that put it to delicious use.
April seasonal guide
01/03/2026
What's in season in March
Tom Kerridge shares his guide to the best fruit and vegetables in season this March, plus plenty of seasonal recipe ideas that put it to delicious use.
Read More
31/01/2026
What's in season in February
Read Tom Kerridge’s guide to the best winter produce landing in our Foodhalls in February, plus lots of seasonal recipe ideas that put it to delicious use.
Read More
30/12/2025
What's in season in January
Read Tom Kerridge’s guide to the best winter produce landing in our Foodhalls in January, plus lots of seasonal recipe ideas that put it to delicious use.
See what's in season
28/11/2025
What's in season in December
Discover Tom Kerridge’s guide to what’s in season in December, plus seasonal recipe ideas that put our pick-of-the-crop winter ingredients to delicious use.
Get the guide
31/10/2025
Best in season in November
Read Tom Kerridge’s guide to the best autumn produce landing in our Foodhalls in November, plus lots of seasonal recipe ideas that put it to delicious use.
Read the feature
What's in season in April
Wine and Drinks
10/04/2026
Why you need to try boxed and canned wine
Forget everything you thought you knew about wine in a can or pouch. They can offer excellent quality, value and convenience. Find out more about this growing wine trend and see the best boxed and canned wines to try.
Tell me more
31/12/2025
Best alcohol-free drinks
Whether you’re going alcohol-free or simply fancy a lighter sip, our alcohol-free drinks deliver all the flavour and fizz – with none of the alcohol. From crisp sparkling serves to beautifully balanced alternatives, see our pick of the best booze-free sips.
Sips without spirits
17/12/2025
The best Prosecco
Say cheers with the best Prosecco for every occasion, from special events to casual midweek drinks. Discover our favourite bottles to pick up from the Foodhall, plus new ways to serve Prosecco and what to pair with it.
Guide to Prosecco
23/10/2025
Best cocktails in a can
Perfectly portable and brilliantly boozy, our iconic tinnies are a must-have for any occasion. Whether fruity, spicy, alcohol-free or sweet is your thing, we’ve got the perfect canned cocktail or wine to match. Read on for our favourite serves — ideal for casual sips, parties, or simply unwinding in style.
Click for cocktails
04/08/2025
The ultimate guide to the best gin
Welcome to our guide to the best gins – your go-to list of standout bottles and how best to enjoy them.
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28/07/2025
Best wines to pair with barbecue food
Fire up the grill this summer and see what to pair with those barbecue classics like steak, burgers, sausages, and more. Our wine experts weigh in on the best wines to serve at your next al fresco feast.
Wine and barbecue pairings