Xanthe Clay

Britain squares up against Australia in the battle of the sandwich bars, but own-label imitations win out

A British-made gouda has been created to enjoy with – and in – a black americano or espresso. I put it to the test

One supermarket staple beats the rest with its nicely defined layers and chunky, meaty sauce

‘The overcooked flavour of school ratatouille’ is how our taster described the filling of one supermarket’s offering

Plenty of supermarket gelatos are now stuffed with emulsifiers – but, as our tester found, the most natural really do taste the best

The secret to a winning berry? A delicate, juicy bite and a perfumed aroma, according to our expert

Can any readymade options even hope to compete with the real Mexican deal? Our expert tries 16 varieties to find out

Smaller, multi-purpose cookers can bake, roast, grill, toast, steam and air fry – but how do they fare when you’re feeding a crowd?

From oranges in red net bags to noisy packaging, these are the psychological hacks that brands use to maximise their sales

Barbecue fan Xanthe Clay tested the best charcoal BBQs for grilling in the garden this summer. Sunny days forecast? Read this first