Summer Ideas
The best barbecue food
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
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.
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10/12/2025
Your guide to charcuterie
See how to assemble a charcuterie board and create an epic spread of meats, cheeses, and more. Discover top-quality charcuterie from the best producers in the Foodhall, plus find our pre-made platters for a quick bite.
Graze away
18/06/2025
No-cook dinner ideas
When the temperature outside rises, nobody wants to spend ages in the kitchen. Cue these easy ‘assembly-job' dinner ideas, made with moreish combinations of shortcut ingredients from our Foodhall – zero cooking required.
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30/04/2025
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.
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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
21/07/2025
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
04/06/2025
Discover rosé de Provence
Discover the vibrant theatre of Provence rosé – from crisp and zesty to soft and elegant – plus tips on what to look for and how to enjoy each glass at its best.
Raise your glass
04/06/2025
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.
Take a slice
04/06/2025
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.
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02/07/2025
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.
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24/03/2025
A beginner's guide to rosé wine
From pale pink Provence styles to fruity White Zinfandel to sparkling rosés, find out what the best rosé wine is for you with our beginner's guide.
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23/07/2025
The best Greek cuisine
Bring the flavours of Greece to your table with our guide to traditional Greek dishes. Take a dive into the Mediterranean and discover our Greek recipes and authentic dishes made easy with our top-quality ingredients and ready-to-eat products.
Greek, please
15/04/2025
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
10/02/2026
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
07/04/2026
How to grill, according to Tom Kerridge
Prepare to up your barbecue game with a little help from superstar chef, Tom Kerridge. Discover Tom's collaboration with M&S Collection for our exclusive new grill range, available in the Foodhall. Plus, level-up your barbecue feast with Tom's guide to grilling meat, barbecue menu ideas and more.
Tom Kerridge grilling guide
18/04/2025
The best types of crisps
No-one does crisps like M&S Food. We've got all your crunchy, moreish snacking cravings covered, so come on a virtual tour of the crisp aisle and see all the best types of crisps to try.
Crunch time
23/05/2025
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.
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08/07/2025
Cheeseboard ideas
From punchy cheddars to oozy brie, sweet chutneys to crisp crackers, we’ve got everything you need to build a board that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Just pick your favourites, pile them high, and let the grazing begin.
Cheese please
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
09/04/2025
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
04/07/2025
What to eat when it's hot
When the heatwave hits, keep your cool with laid-back dinners, refreshing summer salads and ice-cold treats. Read our pick of the best foods to eat in a heatwave and be inspired with our easy heatwave recipes and chilled-out picks from the Foodhall.
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