Florence Head
Assistant Copywriter
13/04/2026
Our minimal ingredient range
Dive into our range of everyday essentials, that are stripping it back to basics, made with minimal ingredients. See how to use these food staples with our clever recipe ideas.
Back to basics
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
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
Ready, set, picnic!
Pack up the hamper with all your favourite picky bits – we’re talking crowd-pleasing snacks, irresistible dips and next-level picnic recipes to impress your pals. Whether you’re heading to the park, the beach or your own back garden, we’ll show you how to set the scene and pick up everything you need in store.
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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
24/03/2026
What to put on porridge
Porridge is one of the easiest ways to start the day, and the real magic comes from the toppings you choose. From fresh fruit and crunchy nuts to indulgent drizzles and spiced flavours, there are endless ways to build a bowl that’s just right for you.
See the best toppings
03/03/2026
Ben Fogle tells our Plan A stories
We believe the very best quality begins long before it reaches our stores – it starts with the farmers and growers who carefully nurture every crop. Join Ben Fogle as he uncovers the stories behind our high-quality produce and the people who make it possible.
Find out more
27/02/2026
What to eat for St Patrick's Day
Celebrate all things Irish with our ultimate foodie guide to St Patrick's Day. From hearty family favourites and indulgent desserts to fresh, vibrant produce from Irish and Northern Irish Select Farms, find all the best St Patrick's Day food and recipes right here.
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19/02/2026
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.
Get inspired
11/02/2026
Easter puddings and desserts
Whether you're looking for a sweet treat pick-me-up or an indulgent Easter dessert to round off your dinner, we’ve got you covered. From fun puds that look too cute to eat, to our favourite Percy and Colin faces, and of course our traditional classics that hit the spot every time.
Best Easter desserts
11/02/2026
See what to do at Easter
Get the whole family involved in Easter fun this year with activities everyone will enjoy. Whether it’s hunting for eggs, decorating them, or baking delicious treats, there’s something for everyone. Let's get cracking!
Let's get cracking
05/02/2026
What to eat on Lunar New Year
This Lunar New Year, bring bold flavours and generous sharing dishes to your table. From wow-worthy recipes to convenient ready-made dishes, discover easy ways to create a feast everyone will gather around.
Click to celebrate
30/01/2026
Easter food guide
Get cracking for Easter with our ultimate guide. Plan your menu, stock up on the essentials, and hunt down the very best chocolate treats and hot cross buns. Hop to it!
Easter ideas
29/01/2026
What food to have for Mother's Day
Treat the mum in your life with our guide to Mother’s Day food. Plan the perfect day with thoughtful activity ideas, discover gifting inspiration from flowers to chocolates, and cook up a memorable meal with our easy dinner recipes.
Treat her
29/01/2026
Guide to Ramadan Food
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.
Get inspired
16/01/2026
How to celebrate Valentine's Day
Discover your go-to guide to celebrating Valentine’s Day at home — from thoughtful gift ideas to the iconic Dine In deal, plus fun date-night recipes to try.
Valentine's Day food ideas
02/01/2026
The best chocolate for Valentine's Day
Whether you're sharing with someone special or treating yourself, our chocolates are the perfect way to make this Valentine’s Day even sweeter. From soon-to-be-viral cheeky treats to luxurious truffles and our Loved Up Colin, we’ve got something for everyone.
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02/01/2026
See the best Easter eggs now
Celebrate Easter with our irresistible chocolate. We have something for everyone, from adorable characters to indulgent vegan treats and classic chocolate eggs. Let's make this Easter egg-straordinary.
Hop to it
02/01/2026
Discover our best health shots
Looking for easy ways to support your wellbeing? Our health shots deliver flavour-packed goodness in one simple sip. Explore our on-trend ingredient shots featuring collagen, botanicals, sea moss and lion’s mane below.
See the shots
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
22/12/2025
Plant-based food ideas
Plant based and totally delicious, discover our bestselling Plant Kitchen range in store. See our vegan foods ideas, from essential alternatives to new recipe ideas.
Find foodie tips
17/12/2025
What to eat on New Year's Eve
Whether you’re planning a big bash or a night in with the family, we’ve got everything you’ll need to celebrate in delicious style. Plan your perfect NYE night in with our foodie ideas, recipes and tips.
See our ideas
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.
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20/11/2025
What to eat on Boxing Day
Keep the flavours flowing into Boxing Day with food that makes the most of every festive moment. From clever ways to reinvent your leftovers to fresh favourites ready to enjoy straight from the fridge, explore our recipes or top up your Christmas Food to Order slot to get started.
See the guide
20/11/2025
Discover M&S Cocoa
At M&S, we are committed to sourcing our cocoa responsibly and to supporting cocoa producers and their communities. Discover our cocoa story to make your favourite M&S chocolate taste that little bit sweeter.
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06/11/2025
The best pigs in blankets
Exclusively at M&S, this Christmas we're the only national retailer to wrap all our pigs in blankets in a whole rasher of bacon – so they're guaranteed to stay snug! See where to pick up these bite-sized beauties and how to use them in our next-level festive recipes.
Pigs in blankets ideas
03/11/2025
Best frozen Christmas food
It’s never too early to get ahead with your Christmas food shopping, and our range of frozen festive food makes it easy and delicious. From big-day centrepieces to family favourite trimmings and wow-worthy desserts, be inspired by our top picks below.
Christmas freezer food
23/10/2025
What is Stir-up Sunday?
Get ready for Stir-up Sunday with our complete guide. From festive recipes and tips to our products in the Foodhall, discover everything you need to bring sugar, spice and all things nice to the season.
Let's get prepping
15/10/2025
Christmas sarnies, snacks and more
Enjoy festive flavour on the go with our lineup of epic Christmas sandwiches, rolls, wraps and snacks. Discover the range and learn more about our charity partnership with Shelter.
Tuck in
29/09/2025
Best Secret Santa gifts
Taking part in Secret Santa and not sure what to buy? From indulgent foodie treats and gorgeous tipples to thoughtful DIY gifts that double as fun festive activities, we’ve got inspiration that’s almost too good to give away. Scroll to see a few of our favourites.
Pick a pressie
Florence has over five years’ experience in travel writing and subediting, before she moved into food writing at M&S Food in 2024. Here she has spent her time creating inspiring editorial content across digital channels. Alongside her time writing, she worked in restaurants and food trucks for seven years, where she saw firsthand how food brings people together and developed a lasting love of great ingredients and meaningful conversations with customers. She brings that same curiosity and connection to her role at M&S, crafting features and brand stories that celebrate the very best of our Foodhalls and spark ideas for every occasion.
Florence is passionate about bringing to life the stories behind our products – shining a light on the farmers growing our juiciest Isle of Wight tomatoes and celebrating family-run fishing companies in Aberdeenshire. With a focus on accessibility, she makes food inspiration feel achievable for everyone, whether that’s exploring the world of wine, sharing gluten-free ideas or spotlighting the latest innovation landing in our Foodhalls. Through engaging, insight-led content, she shares quality ingredients and expert knowledge in stories that inform and inspire.
Florence's hobbies include cooking, hosting dinner parties, reading, and discovering new restaurants and pubs in the sunshine which she documents on her TikTok @flossdoesfood.