3 h. ago Boil mashed potatoes with one simple ingredient that makes them taste so much better

A cook has shared her simple trick to making 'perfect' mashed potatoes and it involves one common ingredient that will give the dish a much more delicious flavour instead of just boiling them in water.

Events

5 h. ago As we're banned from bringing meat and cheese home from EU... How to savour Britain's best deli delights

British holidaymakers hoping for a tasty supermarket haul this summer are in for a shock, due to a government ban on importing meat and dairy products from the EU.

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11 h. ago Inside Britain's fastest growing wine region: How Yorkshire is producing 120,000 bottles a year... but what do drinkers think?

EXCLUSIVE: Thanks to balmier British summers, Yorkshire has quietly transformed into the UK's fastest-growing wine region - but how does it actually taste?

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12 h. ago How to make aloo gobi – recipe | Felicity Cloake's Masterclass

Basic but beautiful, and very easy, it’s well worth adding this classic Indian vegetable curry to your regular repertoireDescribed by chef Vivek Singh as “the most common and basic vegetable curry you will find anywhere in India”, aloo gobi (the name means potato cauliflower in Hindi) makes a great vegetable side dish, but it’s also full-flavoured enough to pair with plain rice or flatbreads for a very satisfying (and incidentally vegan) main meal.Prep 20 min Cook 1 hr Serves 4 Continue reading...

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13 h. ago 'Perfect' ingredient to help weight loss by naturally suppressing your appetite

A new supplement is designed to help curb cravings by helping you feel fuller for longer - and there's a discount to be had on it at the moment

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13 h. ago The longevity nutrient: how dolphins helped scientists discover a secret ingredient to help us live longer

Dolphins, the US navy and pecorino: the strange tale of a longevity breakthrough, by Claudia Cockerell

Society

17 h. ago We may be ‘the healthiest generation ever’, but as I work out I wonder ... would I be happier at the pub? | Isabel Brooks

Gen Z’s exercise habit may have physical benefits, but I wish we weren’t too busy and poor to catch up over a pintA couple of years ago, I became obsessed with changing my body. Inspired by “gymfluencers” and an Instagram feed filled with workouts and progress journeys, I dug into gym culture, often spending two hours weightlifting in one day, nauseous from chocolate-flavoured shakes and consuming more than 100g of protein daily to bulk my gluteal muscles and build a “revenge booty”.Statistics suggest I am not alone. A recent industry report shows that gym memberships for gen Zers have risen quickly over the past few years, almost doubling since 2020. Moreover, 30% of this generation are regularly working out in fitness facilities, compared with 15-25% of the total adult population.Isabel Brooks is a freelance writer Continue reading...

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18 h. ago 'I drank the UK's darkest coffee – it tasted like the destruction of my hopes and dreams'

EXCLUSIVE: The Daily Star's resident 'oooo, this looks tasty and dangerous in equal measures' expert Adam Cailler tried one of the UK's darkest roasted coffees available... for fun

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19 h. ago Gardeners urged to test seeds with one natural ingredient to make them sprout

Got a packet of old seeds you're not sure are still viable? You can test them quickly using one very cheap household item - and you'll see the results within days

Events

20 h. ago Never buy basil again with infinite supply thanks to genius gardening hack

Basil is a versatile herb that imparts a fresh, sweet flavour to many a dish, ranging from Italian pasta sauces to Thai curries - and now you can have an infinite supply

Economics

21 h. ago Mumbai review: seeing the sights and sampling the unique tastes of a special Indian city

"Cricket is like a religion in Mumbai," said Ganesh, our informative and enthusiastic city tour guide. "But for me, I prefer soccer," he added, with gusto.

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21 h. ago I made roast potatoes with one extra ingredient and it was a game

Roast potatoes are a staple of any Sunday roast, but they can be hard to get right. This recipe uses a few unusual ingredients, but the end result is worth it

Events

23 h. ago Baby potatoes turn mega crispy in the air fryer if £1.83 ingredient is added

Making air-fried potatoes is so easy, and it only takes a couple of minutes - using a key ingredients, you can ensure they will turn out as delicious and as crispy as ever.

Economics

28 h. ago Massive explosion of ballistic missile fuel at Iranian port injures more than 700 and leaves at least five people dead

The blast happened at Shahid Rajaei port which is purportedly linked to a shipment of a chemical ingredient used to make missile propellant.

Events

31 h. ago The Lake District’s ‘best ice cream shop’ is in a tiny village where cars are banned

It went viral in 2024 for a rather unusual flavour

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31 h. ago Gen Z are turning to the taste of this quintessential British favourite

Younger generations are swapping trendy choice for more humble rival, new research finds

Politics

36 h. ago Customer in queue at Starbucks left floored by 'entitled' woman's request

A Starbucks fan ventured to their local branch to order their favourite drink only to be left with a sour taste in their mouth after another customer made a "wild" request

Economics

37 h. ago Sunday best: Thomasina Miers’ recipes for braised chicken with chickpeas and rosewater dried apricots

An aromatic Persian stew, followed by stewed dried apricots with pistachio cookiesSpring is here in all its glory, as the birds testify with their ebullient chitter-chat. But the weather is wilful and the air can turn chilly in a flash, and it’s this in-between time when soothing braises made with lighter ingredients are just what’s needed. I recently found a recipe for an Iranian chicken stew recipe that paired carrots and yoghurt, and its sunniness really appealed to me; I added cardamom for its evocative scent and chickpeas for body, and it was demolished by the troops. Pudding had to be simple, and both the biscuits and poached apricots can be made a few days ahead, so it is also blissfully easy. A lovely spring lunch for a lazy, sun-soaked day. Continue reading...

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40 h. ago 'I tried Edinburgh's trendiest sandwich shop and couldn't believe the portions'

The sandwiches were as tasty as they were massive.

Events

40 h. ago 'I tried viral M&S drink that tastes like dessert – there was just one let down'

The Iced Raspberry and White Chocolate Matcha Latte has been dubbed 'worth the hype' by customers who are encouraging others to give it a go - but is it really as good as it sounds?

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