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Emily

Emily Lambe

Food Editor

From discovering new products in the Foodhall to sharing seasonal recipe ideas and informative guides, Emily believes in exploring new food inspiration every day.

7.14.2025

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.

Greek salad

7.11.2025

Best salad dressing ideas

Liven up your lunchtime with one of our vibrant salad dressing ideas. See how to make classic creamy Caesar, a light Greek dressing, and more. Plus, discover the best dressings to pick up from the Foodhall with our round-up of top picks.

Marmite pizza and mac and cheese bites

7.9.2025

Best Marmite products to try

Bold and savoury, Marmite® is a welcome addition to snacks, mains, and, well – just about anything. Discover our pick of exclusive Marmite products landing in our Foodhall and find new Marmite recipes to try at home.

6.30.2025

Eat like a footballer

Eat like a Lioness or a Cymru History Maker this summer with our wholesome snacks and healthy recipes. Discover our high-protein picks and good-for-your-gut finds from the Foodhall to fuel your match day.

Strawberries and cream tiramisu

6.25.2025

Best strawberries and cream recipes

Celebrate fresh summer flavours with a bowl of plump, juicy strawberries and silky smooth cream. Find more ways to enjoy this classic combo with our recipe ideas from tropical drinks to no-bake desserts. Plus, must-try strawberries-and-cream combos to try in the Foodhall.

Stracciatella salad

6.25.2025

Best Italian Cheese

Celebrate the joys of Mediterranean ingredients with our guide to the best Italian cheese. From sweet and nutty parmesan to rich and creamy mascarpone, learn more about Italian cheese and get inspired with our easy recipes.

Frozen limoncello margarita

6.24.2025

Pride recipe ideas

Celebrate all things Pride this summer with a party menu sure to please a crowd. We’ve partnered with John Gregory-Smith to bring you all the food and drinks you’ll need to fuel your Pride Month festivities, from sharing drinks to grazing platters.

Bottle of Rockferne sparkling wine

6.20.2025

Best English wines

Discover where English wines are made and the best bottles to try, from crisp whites to fragrant reds and bubbly sparkling.

Baked eggs with beans

6.16.2025

Budget-friendly egg recipes

Keep a pack of eggs on hand for these budget-friendly recipe ideas. Whip up a filling breakfast, a wholesome dinner, or a fun, sweet treat. Plus, discover all of the types of eggs to keep in your kitchen and their benefits.

Hugo spritz

6.14.2025

Best spritz ideas

Cool down with a refreshing cocktail this summer, thanks to our exciting spritz recipes. Discover the ingredients you’ll need to craft your own or pop into the Foodhall to try one of our brand-new spritz tinnies.

6.10.2025

What is limoncello?

Take a sip of sunshine with a glass of bright and citrussy limoncello. Discover our favourite ways to drink this Italian liqueur and where to pick up the best bottle.

Mango cheesecake

6.4.2025

Best summer desserts

Keep your summer sweet with our epic must-try puddings. Whether you want a showstopping dessert to end your summer barbecue or an irresistible cheesecake, tiramisu, and ice cream from our Foodhall, we've got you covered.

Potato salad

6.4.2025

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.

6.2.2025

British peony season

Snag a picture-perfect peony bouquet and learn more about our trusted M&S Select Farmers and how to care for peonies – these beautiful blooms deserve the best.

5.26.2025

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.

5.15.2025

How to make the best matcha latte

Jump on the matcha trend with our top tips for making the perfect iced latte, or pick up a tasty treat in our M&S Café.

4.30.2025

Summer baking ideas

Embrace the sweet flavours of summer with our easy summer baking and dessert ideas. From fluffy cakes to moreish cookies and no-bake treats for when it's too hot to turn the oven on, these recipes celebrate glorious summer fruit, ice cream and more.

a tray of rice and vegetables

4.29.2025

Gluten-free food ideas

From breakfast to dinner, tuck into one of our easy gluten-free recipes, or grab a quick, on-the-go snack from our trusted Made Without range.

Stack of shortbread squares and slice of chocolate cake

4.23.2025

VE Day food ideas

Mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day in delicious style with foodie ideas and recipes inspired by our archives. Plus, discover more about our heritage and incredible colleagues.

Basket of King Cherries

4.15.2025

When are cherries in season

Make the most of the glorious summer sun with British cherry season. Discover our big and juicy King cherries and learn when cherries are in season.

Burgers on wooden board

4.14.2025

How to make homemade burgers

See how to get a perfectly succulent burger with all the toppings with these top tips – from unique topping ideas to beef, chicken and vegan recipe inspiration.

Close up of strawberries

4.3.2025

When are strawberries in season?

Take a bite out of summer with our juicy Red Diamond strawberries. Learn when strawberries are at their peak and how to use them with our easy recipe ideas.

Cleaning products on black background

4.3.2025

Spring cleaning tips here

Freshen up your kitchen with our top tips and tricks for a sparkling finish, plus our best cleaning products that are just as fragrant as they are functional.

3.26.2025

How to use mushroom powders

Take a look at our brand new reishi and lion’s mane powders from our YAY! Mushrooms range. Be inspired to try the mushrooms trend and see how to use them in everything from smoothies and hot chocolate to soups and stews.

Crispy rice salad

3.22.2025

How to achieve a balanced diet

Learn more about the foods you should be eating to achieve a balanced diet, including healthy recipes ideas for every day.

Two loaves of sourdough bread

3.19.2025

What is sourdough?

Discover everything you need to know about sourdough, including where we source our top-quality ingredients and clever recipe ideas.

hot drinks range from tea, hot chocolate and coffee

3.13.2025

Inside our Fairtrade hot drinks

Take a look at the hot drinks we serve in the M&S Café and stock in the Foodhall. Discover where we source our top-quality ingredients and more.

A selection of Only... Ingredients cereals

3.12.2025

Our new minimal ingredient range

Dive into our brand-new range of everyday essentials, made with six or fewer ingredients. See how to use these pantry staples with our clever recipe ideas.

asparagus

3.8.2025

Your guide to British asparagus

Celebrate seasonal produce with glorious British asparagus. See when asparagus is in season and how to use this versatile veg.

Three celebration cakes against a black background

3.7.2025

Choose the perfect celebration cake

Whether you’re planning a birthday or anniversary, a graduation or a family get-together, special celebrations call for a special cake. Keep reading for our guide to finding the perfect sweet centrepiece for your next anniversary, birthday or big event, and discover our brand-new range of celebration cakes.

A selection of Mother's Day gifts

2.28.2025

What food to have for Mother's Day

Treat the Mum in your life with our guide to Mother’s Day food. Plan the day with our activity ideas, find gifting inspiration like flowers and chocolates, and try our easy dinner recipes for a memorable meal.

guide to italian wine

2.26.2025

Best Italian wines

Take a tour around Italy with the best Italian wines. We break down the highlights from each region and the top bottles you need to try.

A plate of mini Victoria sponge cakes with strawberries on top

2.25.2025

Make your own afternoon tea

Start baking with our afternoon tea ideas, from sublime sandwiches to decadent cakes and sweet treats. Plus, snag the essentials you’ll need to serve the best springtime spread.

2.19.2025

Best Welsh foods to try

Learn more about traditional Welsh cuisine with our pick of dishes and ingredients to try. Tuck into a comforting bowl of cawl or pair a cup of tea with a warm Welsh cake.

Chicken shawarma bowl with slices of lemon

2.17.2025

Ramadan food ideas

Discover new Ramadan food ideas for when it’s time to break your fast. Dig into a wholesome Iftar feast and find sharing dishes for Eid al-Fitr, including the best gifting essentials for friends and family.

2.14.2025

Parent and baby mornings at M&S Café

Connect with a community of new parents and treat yourself to a free slice of cake with our weekly event in the M&S Café. See the offer by signing up for our parent hood baby club.

Bao buns filled with hoisin pork and apple

2.10.2025

Bao bun filling ideas

Get creative with our clever bao bun filling ideas including veggie options and thrifty ways to use up leftovers. Try everything from tender pork belly to flaky fish.

A stack of pancakes

2.6.2025

Pancake Day 101

Discover all you need for a flipping delicious Pancake Day, from epic recipe ideas to cooking tips and the tastiest toppings from our Foodhall.

A pan of roux sauce being whisked

1.27.2025

How to make a roux

Learn the basics for making your own roux to use in an array of creamy sauces. See our top tips for nailing this essential culinary skill, including recipe ideas and expert advice.

A plate of haggis

1.17.2025

What to eat on Burns Night

Raise a dram to Burns Night with this complete guide to the Scottish celebration. Learn about where Burns Night originated and how to celebrate at home, including recipe ideas and our best whisky.

An air fryer with salmon fillets

1.13.2025

How to use an air fryer

Discover everything you need to know about air fryers, including how they work, our top cooking tips and clever recipes for speedy weeknight dinners.

Brain Balls

1.10.2025

Inside M&S is back for the new year

Get an exclusive look behind the scenes with ‘Inside M&S at New Year’ on Tuesday 14 January at 9PM on ITV. See how our innovative health products come to life with the help of our crafty developers

A high protein meal

12.27.2024

How to eat high protein foods

Learn why protein is vital to your daily diet, which foods are the best sources and how to eat more protein with our healthy recipes and delicious, nutritious High Protein range.

Bottles of colourful juice and can of coffee from the M&S Yay! Mushrooms range.

12.27.2024

Why you need to try the mushrooms food trend

We're bringing the latest food and wellness trend for mushrooms to our Foodhalls. Here's all you need to know, and why you need to try our innovative new YAY! Mushrooms range.

A buddha bowl with grains, vegetables and a tahini dressing.

12.27.2024

What to eat for gut health

Learn about the benefits of looking after your gut health, which foods to eat to support your microbiome and how to incorporate them into your diet. Plus, thrive on the inside with our top picks from our delicious, nutritious Good Gut range.

Charcuterie Christmas tree on table with plates of party food

12.18.2024

Inside M&S is back for the new year

Get an exclusive look behind the scenes with ‘Inside M&S’ on Tuesday 14th January at 9PM on ITV. See how our innovative health products come to life with the help of our crafty developers

A plate of Christmas dinner with roast potatoes and red cabbage

12.2.2024

How to cook the best Christmas dinner

Cater with confidence this Christmas and learn how to plan your menu, prep ahead and nail the perfect turkey with all the trimmings.