Brits have admitted they will miss the chaos of a large family get together and the last-minute Christmas shopping dash this year – despite previously finding them annoying. The study of 2,000 adults found that as they gear up for a more socially distanced Christmas than usual, they are also longing for the days of taking the mickey …

Nearly half of Brits will use more shortcuts to make Christmas dinner than they did last year – because they won’t be hosting extended family. A study of 2,000 adults found popular hacks include prepping veg the day before and using pre-made sauces. Other popular hacks include using frozen roast potatoes, instant gravy and buying a turkey crown …

A seven-year-old boy is set to be a star in the culinary world – after seeing the stuffing-flavour KETCHUP he designed go on sale ahead of Christmas. Berty came up with the idea of a tomato ketchup flavoured with onions, sage and parsley to give the taste of a festive stuffing. It also has a sprinkling of breadcrumbs …

  Nearly four in 10 Brits who have turned vegetarian or vegan have done so for a partner, a poll has found. Research of 2,000 adults who have opted for a meat-free diet found 18 per cent made the switch to keep their other half happy. And 19 per cent wanted to support them in their quest for a …

Just one in five workers use their lunch break to actually eat lunch every day – with others using the time to catch up on personal errands and browse social media instead. A study of 2,000 UK professionals found 79 per cent will tuck into their food as they work, so they can use their ‘lunch break’ to …

Millions of Brits who NEVER checked their favourite takeaway’s hygiene rating – as long as the food was good – are now more vigilant about cleanliness. A study of 2,000 adults found eight in 10 were previously happy to take their chances, often buying a takeaway without looking into how clean the shop was. Instead, three quarters admitted …

Household food waste levels have plummeted in more than a quarter of UK homes, according to a study. Researchers who polled 2,000 adults found a rise in batch cooking and donating to food banks has led to 27 per cent of households throwing away less uneaten food. Freezing unused fruit, vegetables and other food items, buying ingredients which …

Barbecues have boomed during lockdown with more than half of Brits cooking a meal on their grill outside – and a tenth even braving the rain. A study of 2,000 adults found 26 per cent have also experienced a ‘socially distanced’ gathering in the garden with friends or family since March. Of those who have hosted or attended …

Growing your own vegetables, learning to cook or bake and moving to the countryside are among the ‘new normal’ bucket list items. A study of 2,000 adults found six in 10 now yearn for ‘The Good Life’ with their ambitions for the future changing in the wake of the pandemic. Having spent more time in their own garden …

Houmous, falafel – and even sushi – have become modern-day picnic staples, alongside the traditional sandwiches, sausage rolls and scotch eggs. A study of 2,000 adults and insight from a food historian have revealed how the humble picnic has evolved over the last 100 years – from traditional cuts of meat and candied fruit to crisps and quinoa …