Summer Ideas
A beginner's guide to rosé wine
27/04/2026
Bank holiday food ideas
Whether you’re planning a barbecue, some picky bits with friends or a family picnic, we’ve got some bank holiday food and drink ideas to inspire you.
Plan your long weekend
01/05/2026
Best summertime drinks
Warm, sun-drenched days call for ice-cold drinks, and we’ve got every taste and moment covered – from iconic cocktail cans to refreshing Mexican-inspired lagers.
Summer drink ideas
30/04/2026
How to make a Margarita
Sour, salty and sweet, a Margarita is one of the world’s best-loved cocktails for good reason. Find out how to make a Margarita using three key ingredients with our step-by-step guide, then shake things up with our favourite Margarita recipes, whether you’re going spicy, tropical, fruity or frozen.
Margarita cocktail recipes
29/04/2026
How to use frozen fruit
We’ve rounded up our favourite ways to use frozen fruit, whether you’re looking to add a burst of fruity flavour to cocktail hour, make a dazzling dessert, or switch up your breakfast.
Frozen fruit uses
30/04/2026
Best spritz ideas
Cool down with a refreshing cocktail this summer, thanks to our exciting spritz recipes. Discover the ingredients you’ll need to craft your own or pop into the Foodhall to try one of our brand-new spritz tinnies.
Mix it up
07/04/2026
The best barbecue food
Fire up the grill with our pick of must-try barbecue food in store this summer. Plus, be inspired with our pro chef's tips on how to barbecue and sizzling recipe ideas.
Barbecue food guide
16/04/2026
How to barbecue vegetables
Fire up the grill with our handy hints for perfecting barbecue vegges. From corn on the cob to griddled courgettes, this is how to make the most of your BBQ this summer.
Veggie barbecue guide
22/04/2026
Best summer desserts
Keep your summer sweet with our must-try puddings. Whether you’re after a showstopping homemade dessert to round off a barbecue or a ready-made treat to tuck into your picnic basket, we’ve got every craving covered.
Take a slice
22/04/2026
Summer food trends 2026
Do you know your fricy from your new-stalgia? Read our expert guide to the food trends you need to know about this summer, and try the trends yourself with our Foodhall picks and recipe ideas.
9 summer food trends
21/04/2026
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
17/04/2026
The best picky bits
From post-work park picnics to picky teas in front of the telly and epic grazing spreads, M&S is the home of iconic picky bits. Plan your ultimate spread with our edit of the best picky bits in the Foodhall.
Picky bits ideas
20/04/2026
Types of tomatoes
M&S is the home of the best tomatoes in Britain. Discover our exclusive Isle of Wight varieties, and put them to delicious use in our easy recipe ideas.
Best tomatoes
16/04/2026
Best chip and dip combos
Level-up your snack game this summer with our must-try selection of epic dips, from fully loaded showstoppers to homemade family favourites.
Best dips guide
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.
Click to find inspiration
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
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
08/04/2026
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
13/04/2026
12 store cupboard flavour-boosters
Want an easy way to elevate your midweek meals? Discover our senior food editor's top go-to Foodhall flavour-boosters ingredients to add to your pantry, plus quick and easy recipe ideas for how to use them.
See the top 12
08/04/2026
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
09/04/2026
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.
Read the guide
09/04/2026
Summer baking ideas
Embrace the sweet flavours of summer with our easy summer baking and dessert ideas. These recipes celebrate glorious summer fruit, ice cream and more.
See the recipes
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.
See the recipes
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
08/04/2026
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.
See the recipes
07/04/2026
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
10/04/2026
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.
See the ideas
10/04/2026
Best salad dressing ideas
Liven up your lunchtime with one of our vibrant salad dressing ideas. See how to make classic creamy Caesar, a light Greek dressing, and more. Plus, discover the best dressings to pick up from the Foodhall with our round-up of top picks.
Shake it up
10/04/2026
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.
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