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items: 21 December recipes
items: 7 sherry cocktails
items: Best cocktail bars in London
items: Best Christmas foodie hampers to buy 2025
items: Cosy winter feasting recipes
items: Irish spice-rubbed loin of venison in pancetta with whiskey sauce
items: It’s a man’s world – and it’s bad for our health
items: 7 of the worst things I've eaten in the name of health in 2025
items: Best London wine bars
items: 20 London hotel bars to visit
items: Soy butter and mushroom pappardelle
items: Gut-friendly Christmas recipes
items: 10 cocktails for a Christmas drinks party
items: 66 Christmas baking recipes
items: 46 Christmas side dish recipes
items: 22 trifle recipes
items: 24 healthy bean recipes
items: 30 November recipes
items: Best listening bars in London
items: Recipes that support your mental health
items: Best restaurants in Soho: where to eat and drink
items: 20 best tequilas to try 2025
items: Digestion and exercise: the 7 common mistakes you might be making
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21 December recipes
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date: 2025-12-13T00:00:19.000Z
creator: Nadine Brown
subject: Guides
subject: Apple
subject: Cauliflower
subject: Savoy cabbage
subject: Sweet potato
description: Make the most of December’s very best ingredients, from moist sweet potatoes to crisp, crunchy apples and mild Savoy cabbage
encoded: Want to know what’s good and in season in December? Looking for December recipe ideas? Use moist sweet potatoes, crisp, crunchy apples and mild Savoy cabbage from your local greengrocer to make these seasonal dishes and bakes. We’ve included plenty of tips for how to shop for particular varieties, prepping guides and useful ideas for using leftovers. Explore our sweet potato recipes, apple recipes and cabbage recipes for fresh ways to make the most of December’s seasonal produce. Sweet potatoes The sweet potatoes you’ll typically find in supermarkets are orange-fleshed, moist and sweet. Not as widely known is the white sweet potato, also called boniato. Available in Caribbean and Asian supermarkets, it's also known as kumara or Caribbean sweet potato. It has creamy white insides, is drier and less sweet than its orange cousin. Sweet potato muffins Get ahead and bake a batch of sweet potato muffins for lunch in the week – they keep well in the fridge. They also make for a great speedy breakfast or brunch. Discover more sweet potato recipes here. Cauliflower Related to broccoli, a cauliflower’s head (the curd) is actually made up of hundreds of undeveloped flower buds. That collection of buds should be pure white when buying, and held within crisp green leaves, which can also be steamed and eaten, too. Cauliflower ragu Enjoy this great alternative to a meat ragu. Made using cauliflower, it’s cheaper and sneaks in an extra one of your 5-a-day, while the anchovy adds a deep, rich flavour. Find more cauliflower recipes here. Apples British apples are at their best during the later seasons. Go for fruit that’s not bruised and wrinkly, and don’t be fooled by shiny skin – quite a few apples are waxed purely for aesthetic reasons. Invisible apple cake This French cake is so called because the thinly sliced apples meld together in the batter to make the body of the cake and almost disappear. Gingerbread apple butter Spread this gingerbread apple butter on crumpets, stir into …

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7 sherry cocktails
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date: 2025-12-12T12:04:32.000Z
creator: Hannah Guinness
subject: Drink
subject: Guides
description: Discover why cream sherry makes such a versatile cocktail ingredient and the best recipes to try, including ideas for fino and manzanilla sherry
encoded: Read our guide to the best sherry cocktails, then explore the best sherries to drink this Christmas, the best ports to buy and our collection of 64 Christmas cocktails. What is cream sherry? Cream sherry is a style of sweet sherry that's usually made by blending a dry wine, like oloroso, with sweet wines like pedro ximénez. It was once hugely popular (especially Harveys Bristol Cream, which in its early 1970s heyday sold a million cases a year in the UK) but this has waned thanks to the mass production of sickly-sweet, low-quality sherries and, more recently, the changing tastes of drinkers as they seek out dry styles like fino and manzanilla. This is rather a shame because a good cream sherry from a quality producer is a lovely thing: sweet but not cloying and full of the beautiful festive flavours of dried fruit, caramel and nuts that make it a perfect match for desserts and cheeseboards (try it with blue cheese). While it’s delicious sipped neat (always drink it chilled – on the rocks with an orange slice is particularly good), the complexity of flavours in a good cream sherry make it a surprisingly versatile cocktail ingredient. Plus it lasts for ages in the fridge once opened – for weeks and even up to months. Sherry cocktail recipes Cream sherry cocktails Sherry flip Velvety and nutty, this sherry flip makes an excellent alternative to eggnog during the festive season. Sherry highball Inspired by the sherry colada at New York bar Sip & Guzzle, this drink mixes cream sherry with pineapple soda for a fresh, tropical, highly gluggable highball. Sherry whisky sour A Christmassy spin on a classic whisky cocktail, the cream sherry adds extra festive flavours to the drink. Manzanilla sherry cocktails Seabreeze cocktail You'll need cranberry vodka, two types of sherry and grapefruit juice for this zesty, tart cocktail, from Manzi's seafood restaurant in Soho. Olive martini Add a touch of sophistication to your next martini with guindilla pepper brine and manzanilla sh…

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Best cocktail bars in London
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date: 2025-12-12T09:00:24.000Z
creator: Hannah Guinness
subject: Bar reviews
subject: Drink
subject: Guides
description: From slinky, speakeasy-style dens to cutting-edge mixology, London's cocktail bars are world-class. Here's a taste of what to expect
encoded: Looking for the best cocktail bars in London? As olive’s drinks writer, I've spent the past eight years scouring the capital’s bar scene to keep up with the latest trends, openings and hot spots. London’s bar scene is one of the best in the world (including four of the World’s 50 Best Bars; see the full list here), buzzing with cutting-edge mixology, top-tier bartender talent and, most importantly, really delicious cocktails. Here’s my pick of the best at the moment – from a Latin American-inspired basement bar in Notting Hill to a Dalston agaveria and award-winning cocktail lounge in Soho. There's plenty to keep your Friday nights and weekends busy; make sure you check back for more as I'll be updating this guide with the best new cocktail bar openings. For more like this, check out the World's 50 Best Bars, the best London hotel bars to visit, the best listening bars in London and the best London pubs for food lovers. Also check out our London food guides, including the best restaurants in Fitzrovia, best restaurants in Shoreditch, best restaurants in Marylebone and best restaurants in Notting Hill. Best London cocktail bars The Black Duke, Vauxhall The Vauxhall roundabout was an unlikely dining destination until Jackson and Frank Boxer launched their much-praised Brunswick House in the surrounds of a Grade II listed Georgian mansion in 2010, and thanks to a restoration of the building’s 18th-century cellars they’ve now launched The Black Duke, making two good reasons why you need to visit. Inside, dripping candles add flickering cosiness to the carefully revived space, which includes 300-year-old fireplaces and chimneys restored to working order. Exposed brickwork, vintage tables and leather seating complete a pared-back yet inviting setting. The drinks list is pleasingly short and to the point – start with a one-sip negroni before moving on to crowd-pleasing cocktails with a twist; alpine herbal liqueur génépi adds herbal complexity to the house martini, while a…

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Best Christmas foodie hampers to buy 2025
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date: 2025-12-11T15:05:41.000Z
creator: Janine Ratcliffe
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
subject: Products
description: Whether you want to stock your cupboards with treats or need a gift for the foodie in your life, these are the most indulgent hampers to buy
encoded: Looking for the best Christmas hamper to treat a lucky loved one? Whether you're looking for the ultimate cheese box, a wicker basket full of sweet and savoury treats, we've gathered the best Christmas foodie hampers to buy this year, whether as a treat for yourself or friends and family. Looking for more gifting inspiration? If you've got someone specific to buy for try our specially tailored gift guides for beer enthusiasts, coffee lovers and gin fans. If you fancy making your own gifts this year, we've gathered our best edible gift recipes for delicious homemade presents. Read on for our picks of the best gourmet food hampers for Christmas. Best Christmas foodie hampers to buy at a glance Best unique produce hamper: The Flavours of Oldstead Hamper, £190 Best luxury Christmas hamper: Daylesford Organic 12 Days of Christmas Hamper, £130 Best luxury artisan hamper: The Osip Christmas hamper, £165 Best Spanish hamper: Brindisa Indulgence Hamper, £165 Best Christmas breakfast hamper: Ginger Pig Butcher’s Champagne Breakfast Box, £78 Best afternoon tea hamper: British Hamper Company afternoon tea gift basket, £63.97 Best hamper for cider lovers: DukesHill Whisky Cask Cider Savoury Hamper, £85 Best Cornish hamper: The Fruit Scone Cream Tea Hamper, £23.95 Best hamper for keen gardeners: Petersham Nurseries Gardening Hamper, £95 Best for Chinese cooking: Poon’s Heritage Hamper, £70 Best Christmas cheese hamper: Paxton & Whitfield 12 Days of Christmas Cheese Hamper, £85 Best Christmas foodie hampers to buy 2025 The Flavours of Oldstead Food Hamper Available from Made in Oldstead (£190) Best unique produce hamper A unique hamper with handmade products featuring seasonal ingredients grown and foraged by Tommy Banks and his team in North Yorkshire, this will keep someone going with delicious treats throughout the festive season. As well as a tomato leaf and lemon verbena candle, there are a selection of seasonal British cheeses like Young Buck, jars of spruce tip honey and re…

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Cosy winter feasting recipes
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creator: Janine Ratcliffe
subject: Collection
subject: Guides
subject: Recipes
description: Warm up the season with comforting, wintry dishes that bring big flavour to the table, perfect for slow evenings, good company and a touch of fireside calm
encoded: As the days draw in and the cold settles, the kitchen becomes a place to linger. This is the moment for generous flavours, slow-cooked comfort and dishes that invite people to gather. Whether you’re craving something rich and bubbling from the oven or a bowl that brings instant warmth, these recipes lean into the pleasure of winter cooking – relaxed, rustic and made for sharing. Light the candles, pour a glass of something good and settle in. Looking for more cosy cooking inspiration? Try our comfort food recipes, hearty pasta recipes and traybake dinner recipes for further inspiration. Cosy winter feasting recipes Ham hock, spinach and cheeseboard lasagne Turn your leftover festive cheese and ham into a lush, crowd-pleasing lasagne. Mix and match whatever you have in the fridge: grated cheddar, gruyère or any firm cheese; softer cheeses can be crumbled into the sauce. The ricotta provides a smooth, creamy base for the cooked ham, creating easy layers with plenty of flavour. Bring it to the table bubbling hot and serve with a crisp green salad for balance. Slow roast rotisserie-style chicken with chicken fat potatoes This uses a classic three-turn method in which the chicken is cooked first on either side, then on its back. This helps redistribute the juices and keeps the flesh extra moist. Soy butter and mushroom pappardelle Meaty mushrooms and mouth-warming sichuan peppercorns make this a lovely bowl of comfort. Using pappardelle or tagliatelle as a substitute for flat noodles works well and gives you that essential slippery mouthfeel. Chocolate truffle cake This flourless cake is rich, indulgent and perfect for after dinner. The cake puffs up then falls after baking, creating a delicious fudgy texture. We’ve given it a seasonal makeover, piling it high with chestnut cream, borrowed from the classic Alpine dessert.

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Irish spice-rubbed loin of venison in pancetta with whiskey sauce
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date: 2025-12-10T10:17:16.000Z
creator: Cherie Denham
subject: Guides
description: The sharpness of the whiskey cuts through the cream in the sauce, and the mushrooms add depth of flavour. I love this served with mashed carrots and swede
encoded: Try our Irish spice-rubbed loin of venison in pancetta with whiskey sauce, then check out our venison stew, venison curry, venison pie, venison steaks, venison burgers and more venison recipes. In this recipe the venison loin is gently rolled in herbs and spices before being wrapped in pancetta, and browned before being roasted. The sharpness of the whiskey cuts through the cream in the sauce, and the mushrooms add depth of flavour. The sauce can be made in advance and swirled around in the pan after the venison has been cooked. I love this served with mashed carrots and swede. Cook, preserver, baker and author Cherie Denham says: "To truly understand Irish food you need to cook in simplicity, shaped by the land and sea, and passed down through generations. It’s not about fancy techniques or elaborate dishes, it’s about honest, comforting, down-to-earth food made with care and shared with others. "I was brought up on a farm, nestled in County Tyrone in rural N Ireland. My Mummy, Aunties and Grannies cooked with what they had to hand: potatoes pulled from the garden, wild berries gathered from the hedgerows, soda bread fresh from the oven and homemade butter. The press was stocked with homemade jellies and jams made from crab apples and rosehips, damsons, blackberries and strawberries. "The flavours are clean and comforting, and the ingredients aren’t trendy, they’re traditional. Creamy dairy from grass-fed cows, tender lamb, wild Atlantic seafood and earthy root veg. I often went to the local market with mummy on a Wednesday after school if we ran out of vegetables. She’d buy a huge sack of potatoes, a bag of carrots and a few swedes or turnips, as they were called, still all with mud on them. Apples and rhubarb were very popular, and used predominantly to make tarts. Bramley apples have a Protected Geographical Indication in County Armagh, which is affectionately known as The Orchard County. "To cook here is to respect the seasons and surroundings – it’s warming th…

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It’s a man’s world – and it’s bad for our health
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date: 2025-12-09T10:53:13.000Z
creator: Rosalind Ryan
subject: Guides
subject: Premium wellbeing
description: From drug tests to getting a diagnosis, here’s how women have it harder than men when it comes to our health. But when can being a woman actually work in your favour?
encoded: Other articles you might find interesting include our exploration of whether we're going backwards on body confidence, why we don't need to worry about testosterone in our diet, and 7 ways your diet can ease hormone symptoms. If you’ve not seen the viral video ‘Female Body’ by Canadian musical comic Farideh, go and watch it right now. It’s a hilarious, honest and heartbreaking look at how women are often dismissed by their doctors – and an absolute banger. Farideh says she was inspired to write it after struggling to get a diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) for 10 years. “I was told I was making it up or I’d just put on a lot of weight because I was fat,” she says. But an incident with her husband in their local A&E made her even more determined to write the song. “He was struggling to lift up his hand or walk up the stairs, which was really weird, so I thought we should take him to the ER,” she says. “But I started to prepare for that trip like he was a woman – I was saying ‘They’re probably not going to believe you’ and ‘You’re going to have to assert yourself’ but the complete opposite happened. “He walked into that ER, and it was like he was Beyoncé! The nurses rushed over to help him. The doctors were like ‘We’re going to run this test, and we’re going to run that test’. No one thought he was making it up. No one thought he was being silly. No one told him he was just anxious because he was a busy dad. And it made me realise no woman on earth would get the same treatment.” The heart of the matter Luckily, Farideh’s husband was fine, and she ended up creating an anthem for all unheard women across the globe. And that’s a lot of women; even though it’s 2025 we are still getting the short end of the stick when it comes to our health. The publication of <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Invisible-Women-Exposing-World-Designed/dp/1784706280/ref=sr_1_1?crid=GVN5VKCEHMKM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rnVE971KQg8HvK2K3u_oRywHM9SxpMMVf35SM9FYrddQGwrWEQbLrEwkBQHdV9DVzPonCh…

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7 of the worst things I've eaten in the name of health in 2025
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date: 2025-12-09T10:52:15.000Z
creator: Vicky Chandler
subject: Guides
subject: Wellbeing
subject: Premium wellbeing
description: Healthy food certainly doesn’t need to taste worse. So why were the main trends of the year so revolting? Plus, a nutritionist reveals whether they’re even that good for you…
encoded: If you’re looking for healthy and tasty dishes, check out Olive’s collection of budget healthy recipes, high-fibre meals or recipes to help you pack in 30 plant foods. As a food writer, I’ve tested my fair share of weird and wonderful things. But in 2025 I spent most of the year trying to eat better, or – more accurately – trying things the internet claimed were healthy. All in the name of journalism, of course. For me, it was the year of high-protein cakes, neat vinegar, frogspawn-texture breakfasts and olive oil shots at 7 am for “longevity”. A phrase so bleak it made me immediately rush to Pret for a chocolate croissant. Below is my honest audit of the worst things I ate (and drank) in the name of health, plus expert insights from registered nutritionist Zara Hiridjee on whether any of them were actually worth it. 1. Cacao water Up first, cacao water, marketed as “hydration plus antioxidants” and pushed as this sunny, tropical drink that boosts mood, brightens skin and somehow energises you. I’m a sucker for a good sports drink, and was excited at the prospect of a tropical, zingy lemonade. In reality? Nothing of the sort. It’s slightly sweet, a tiny bit acidic, not offensive, just a bit bland. I didn’t get the mood-boosting magic, and my palate wasn’t exactly thanking me for the experience. It hasn’t fully landed in the UK yet, but it’s huge in the US, so I’m sure it’ll be on our shelves soon. At nearly £4 a bottle, though, I’m not convinced. With the explosion of electrolyte powders and hydration tablets, there are far better, and cheaper, ways to quench a thirst. Personally, a pinch of Cornish sea salt in water does more for me than any “supercharged” cacao infusion. Not glamorous, makes me cringe slightly, but absolutely effective. What the nutritionist says: “Cacao water is one of those products that sounds innovative but, nutritionally speaking, doesn’t offer much. People assume that because cacao is rich in antioxidants, cacao water carries similar benefit…

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Best London wine bars
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date: 2025-12-08T15:44:17.000Z
creator: Hannah Guinness
subject: Bar reviews
subject: Guides
subject: London
subject: Restaurants
subject: Drink
description: Some of the capital's best spots for a glass (or two) of wine, from cult natural wine bars to laidback neighbourhood joints
encoded: Looking for the best London wine bars? I've spent the past eight years writing about London's drinks scene for olive, and one of the things I'm most excited about is the explosion in new-wave wine bars across the capital. From trendy natural wine spots in Shoreditch to Gallic boltholes in Covent Garden and vermuterias in King's Cross, there's something to cater for every taste. So whether you're in the mood for a glass of funky orange wine, a fizzy pét nat or a big, bold Italian red, we've got you covered. Make sure you keep coming back here for updates, as I'll be refreshing this guide with the latest openings and discoveries. Next discover the best new restaurants in London, best dining experiences in London and best food and drink festivals to visit. Also discover some of our London food guides, including the best restaurants in Covent Garden, best restaurants in Kings Cross and best restaurants in Shoreditch. If you're partial to a cocktail served with stellar sound systems, discover our favourite listening bars in London. Best wine bars in London Bar Levan, Peckham Peckham's answer to the Parisian wine bar comes in the form of Bar Levan, where bottles line deep red walls, candles flicker alongside vintage Ricard vessels and co-owner Mark curates the list of regularly rotating European natural wines chalked up on the board. Staff wind through the handful of tables to make recommendations - a chilled, crunchy Austrian red perhaps as a progression from a rosé on a warm summer's evening, a honeyed Georgian orange (find out where to eat and drink in Tbilisi here) with nutty finish to warm up on a colder night or a fresh, salty, appley Bavarian pinot blanc to accompany the succinct food menu. Smoked sausage embedded into a slice of brown butter brioche is a rich uplift on a hotdog. Beautiful orange peaches with creamy burrata and glistening crispy sage sit alongside Vesuvio tomatoes as fantastic vehicles for warm, crusty baguettes delivered at 2am each morning. An ec…

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20 London hotel bars to visit
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date: 2025-12-08T15:13:20.000Z
creator: Hannah Guinness
subject: Drink
subject: Guides
description: Discover our favourite London hotel bars, from contemporary drinking dens to venues that exude old-school glamour
encoded: Looking for the best London hotel bars? I've been olive's drinks writer for the past eight years, and trust me when I say that London has some of the best hotel bars in the world. With cutting-edge mixology, iconic cocktails and opulent environments, many have become destinations in their own right. And with that in mind, I've curated a list of the best ones to visit right now, from sleek Mayfair outfits to funky Shoreditch drinking dens. You'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to seeking out a classy drink or two. Don't forget to check this guide for updates, as I'll be refreshing it with new openings and must-visit favourites. Now, find out the best dining experiences in London, best restaurants in London with a view and the best food and drink festivals to visit. We also have our round-up of the best London pubs for food lovers. If you like your cocktail served with stellar sound systems, discover our favourite listening bars in London. The best London hotel bars to visit Vesper Bar at The Dorchester, Mayfair The vesper martini first appeared in James Bond’s debut, Ian Fleming’s Casino Royale, a potent mix of gin, vodka and Lillet Blanc. The drink – and Fleming’s frequent patronage of the hotel – provided inspiration for when The Dorchester revamped its own longstanding bar into a destination venue. Vesper Bar is a thirties-inspired golden, glimmering confection, with polished wood and shimmering surfaces, plump blue armchairs, racing green bar stools and a beautiful 1930s palladium leaf ceiling. It’s plush, luxe and comfortable, with seamless service. The latest menu, Eterna, explores the golden ratio, a mathematical ratio seen throughout nature and art, and expressed in the menu through different flavour profiles – from savoury to herbaceous, floral and smoky. The Venus Observed, with coconut pisco, Seatrus gin, Italicus, tomato and caperberry, is a savoury delight, while Thunderball’s combination of Enemigo blanco tequila, pineapple and sage sauvignon blanc …

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Soy butter and mushroom pappardelle
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creator: Janine Ratcliffe
subject: Entertain
subject: Family
subject: Guides
subject: Recipes
subject: Vegetarian
description: Meaty mushrooms and mouth-warming sichuan peppercorns make this a lovely bowl of comfort
encoded: Try our soy butter and mushroom pappardelle, then discover mushroom pasta, mushroom gnocchi and mushroom ravioli. Using pappardelle or even tagliatelle as a substitute for flat noodles works really well and gives you that essential slippery mouth feel. Soy butter and mushroom pappardelle recipe

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Gut-friendly Christmas recipes
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date: 2025-12-04T15:20:11.000Z
creator: Isabella Keeling - Deputy health editor
subject: Guides
subject: gut health
subject: Nourish
description: Support your gut through the indulgent festive season with our nourishing recipes, all picked for their use of gut-healthy ingredients such as miso, sauerkraut, oats and sourdough
encoded: Our digestive system really takes a hit at Christmas. With all the alcohol and rich food, it's no wonder so many of us suffer from indigestion during the festive period. This year, why not go for gut-supportive ingredients like miso, sauerkraut, oats and yogurt? These contain beneficial bacteria and probiotics, helping your gut and digestive system to function. To help you and your gut feel better this Christmas, we've picked 18 festive recipes which include gut-supportive ingredients. Enjoy sourdough bread sauce, homemade nut roast, red cabbage kimchi and more. Have a look at all our joyfully delicious Christmas recipes, as well as recipes for kicking off celebrations on Christmas Eve. Next find out how to eat 30 plants a week. Gut-friendly Christmas recipes Brussels sprout sauerkraut Made from fermented cabbage, sauerkraut is easy to digest and is a good source of probiotics. Try making your own while putting seasonal brussels sprouts to use by shredding the veg and mixing with zingy ginger, caraway seeds and peppercorns, then fermenting over a few days for a spiced kraut. Kimchi eggs Kimchi is a great way to keep friendly gut bacteria in check. These punchy fried eggs make a brilliant breakfast to enjoy during the Twixmas period, served on top of toasted rye bread. Healthy turkey stir-fry Sauerkraut adds a delicious tang to this simple turkey stir-fry, balanced with earthy broccoli and mushrooms and zingy fresh ginger. Its coated in a sweet and salty sauce that gives this supper an added kick. Kimchi Time and patience is what you need to make kimchi, a Korean staple of fermented vegetables. This makes a perfectly soothing weekend project and a great way to use up any leftover vegetables hanging about in your fridge. Sticky miso roast sprouts There are so many ways to make the most of sprouts while they're in season –here, they're slicked with miso and zingy lime and roasted until golden and caramelised. Fermented foods, including miso, are thought to help a range…

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10 cocktails for a Christmas drinks party
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date: 2025-12-03T11:36:04.000Z
creator: Hannah Guinness
subject: Drink
subject: Guides
description: From Friendsmas and family gatherings to Christmas Day fizz and New Year's Eve cocktails – check out our guide to the best festive party drinks and which snacks to serve alongside
encoded: Our Christmas drinks party guide has everything you need for a next-level celebration, including twists on classic drinks (hello, Christmas spritz), sharing cocktails and plenty of festive fizz. Alongside this we've also got plenty of snack and canapé ideas for you to try. If you're short on time it's easy to give even simple drinks a festive makeover by using the right garnishes – we love using citrus wheels, whole spices such as cinnamon sticks and star anise and seasonal fruits like cranberries and pomegranates. For extra visual Christmassy appeal, try garnishing drinks with rosemary or mint dusted with icing sugar. For more festive cocktail inspiration explore our collection of 62 Christmas cocktails, 38 winter cocktails and our favourite Christmas mocktails, plus, check out the best Christmas canapé recipes. Best Christmas party cocktails Aperol spritz punch Punches are perfect for parties and this crowd-pleasing recipe uses all the components of a classic Aperol spritz plus other festive ingredients like cranberry, ginger and pomegranate. Serve alongside Italian-inspired nibbles like crostini, tarrallini and green olives. Christmas spiced negroni A negroni lends itself well to a festive makeover as all its component parts – gin, Campari and sweet vermouth – are bold enough to take extra flavourings. The homemade spiced gin in this recipe makes 500ml, so if you also scale up the Campari and sweet vermouth you can save on time and make up a big batch to serve at parties. Serve with our mozzarella sticks with spicy dipping sauce or chunks of good-quality parmesan. Paloma champagne cocktails It turns out herbaceous tequila, biscuity champagne and tart grapefruit are a match made in heaven in this easy fizzy aperitif – serve with our spicy jalapeño poppers or roasted chilli corn. Christmas mojito A summery mojito gets a Christmas makeover thanks to the addition of cranberry juice, which nicely complements the fragrant mint in the drink. The ingredients are easy to …

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66 Christmas baking recipes
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date: 2025-12-01T10:28:33.000Z
creator: Edd Kimber
subject: Baking and desserts
subject: Best ever
subject: Collection
subject: Guides
subject: Recipes
subject: Baking
subject: Ed Kimber
description: Impress guests over the festive season with our best Christmas baking ideas, from classic mince pies, stollen and Christmas fruit cake to decorated cookies
encoded: Looking for the best indulgent Christmas baking recipes? We've got everything from Christmas cookies to classic mince pies, Baileys chocolate tiffin to Christmas cupcakes, plus a crowd-pleasing white chocolate Christmas cake to treat yourself and loved ones during the festive season. We've also got plenty more indulgent Christmas pudding and dessert recipes to serve to your family and friends during the holidays. For quick and easy festive entertaining, check out our no-cook Christmas entertaining ideas, or for fun bakes which mash up festive flavours, check out our Christmas mash-up recipes. Get the big day off to a delicious start with our Christmas breakfast ideas and if you're looking for last-minute present ideas for the foodie in your life, our homemade edible Christmas gifts are sure to bring a smile to their face. Best Christmas baking ideas Bûche de Noël Serve this bûche de noël for a Christmas dessert showpiece. This festive log features layers of chocolate sponge, chantilly cream and chocolate buttercream. Cinnamon biscuits These crisp iced biscuits are flavoured with warming cinnamon and ginger spices. They are sure to fill your kitchen with enticing festive aromas. Buttermint madeleines Edd Kimber reimagines the nostalgic flavour of Murray Mints in these festive madeleines, made with browned butter and finished with a smooth white chocolate shell – perfect for afternoon tea. Classic mince pies It's just not Christmas without a mince pie. Making your own shortcrust pastry is easy, and investing in decent shop-bought mincemeat makes all the difference. Make-ahead Christmas cake Get ahead for Christmas by baking this classic festive fruit cake, covered in marzipan and fondant icing. With gentle spices, citrus flavours and ginger wine, this easy bake is full of flavour and sure to impress a crowd. Classic stollen This gently spiced, festive bake is bursting with dried fruit and marzipan. A great homemade gift or afternoon pick-me-up. Baileys cake A real sho…

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46 Christmas side dish recipes
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date: 2025-12-01T10:23:55.000Z
subject: Best ever
subject: Collection
subject: Guides
subject: Recipes
description: Try our favourite Christmas sides, from classic brussels sprouts to indulgent cauliflower cheese, roasted carrots and parsnips, we've got trimmings covered
encoded: Looking for the best Christmas side dishes? From brussels sprouts to red cabbage and roast parsnips, plus winter greens and indulgent gratin recipes, we've covered all bases. We also have plenty of Christmas trimmings ideas, from pigs in blankets to the perfect gravy. Once the sides are sorted, find out how to cook the perfect turkey with our expert guide. If you're going all-out vegetarian this Christmas, try our Christmas vegetarian recipes. Make sure you try our best roast potato recipes for perfectly crispy, golden-brown spuds. After, take a look at our festive entertaining ideas for more inspiration. Explore our christmas breakfast recipes packed with seasonal flavours to get the big day off to a great start. Need last-minute inspiration? For quick and easy festive entertaining, check out our no-cook Christmas entertaining ideas. Jump to: Brussels sprouts recipes Carrot recipes for Christmas Christmas Cabbage recipes Parsnip recipes for Christmas Christmas greens recipes Vegetable gratin recipes Christmas stuffing recipes Roasted root recipes Christmas roast potato recipes Easy Christmas side dish recipes Brussels sprouts recipes The Christmas side dish that everyone loves to hate. We've given some love to this versatile veg in our collection of brussels sprouts recipes. Air fryer Brussels sprouts All you need is an air fryer and a splash of olive oil to get the most out of brussels sprouts. Cacio e pepe sprouts Take your Christmas feast to the next level with these jazzed up salt and pepper sprouts tossed with pecorino cheese. Sticky miso roast sprouts Sprouts will be the favourite side dish this Christmas thanks to our sticky miso roast sprouts recipe. Marmalade-glazed sprouts with chestnuts Give Christmas sprouts an effortless twist with marmalade, chestnuts and thyme. Frying steamed sprouts in butter lends colour and a velvety shine to your veg. 'Nduja-fried sprouts Jazz up your sprouts this Christmas with punchy 'nduja. ’Nduja adds a touch of fiery spice i…

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22 trifle recipes
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date: 2025-12-01T09:50:26.000Z
subject: Baking and desserts
subject: Best ever
subject: Collection
subject: Guides
subject: Recipes
subject: Trifle
description: Check out our favourite trifle recipes for year-round easy entertaining – from a classic sherry to rich chocolate and even a Dubai chocolate trifle
encoded: Looking for the most impressive trifle recipe? We have plenty of twists on the classic trifle for an impressive summer dessert or a wintry festive showstopper. Our summer trifles use seasonal ingredients such as strawberries and peaches to festive showstoppers like sherry trifles, chocolate trifle and gingerbread flavour. Plus we have plenty of other sweet treats to choose from including our decadent chocolate recipes and indulgent cheesecake ideas. For more festive sweet treats, discover our Christmas desserts and Christmas baking recipes. Best trifle recipes Classic trifle Want a Christmas trifle recipe with a boozy twist? This indulgent sherry trifle uses Amaretti biscuits for a lovely texture and flavour. It's a perfect way to conclude your Christmas day meal. Baileys tiramisu trifle Our stunning Christmas trifle recipe with boozy Baileys, chocolate swiss roll and lightly whipped cream with espresso makes for an impressive centrepiece at your festive feast. Sherry trifle Want a classic family dessert recipe with a twist? Make our easy trifle recipe with boozy sherry. Dubai chocolate trifle Layer a chocolate Swiss roll, pour over amaretto and top with custard and pistachio cream to make a trifle inspired by the viral Dubai chocolate bar – it takes just 35 minutes. Raspberry trifle fridge cake All the flavours of trifle but in a layered no-bake cake. This is a great one to make ahead as it needs overnight setting. Lemon trifle Try this zesty spin on a classic for an impressive centrepiece at a feast. Vegan raspberry and lemon trifle Impress your guests with this classic layered dessert. The easy homemade custard uses vanilla-flavoured soya milk and gives a traditional flavour and colour to the custard. Mascarpone raspberry trifle terrine Impress your festive guests with our beautiful mascarpone trifle with juicy raspberries – it’s easy to slice and easy to make. It will keep for up to three days in the fridge, so you can make it ahead of Christmas day. Chocolate t…

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24 healthy bean recipes
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creator: Isabella Keeling - Deputy health editor
subject: Guides
subject: Health
subject: Recipes
description: Discover wholesome meal ideas using butter beans, green beans, black beans and more
encoded: Eating more beans has many benefits to your health. Beans are packed with fibre which supports good digestion and contributes to a healthy gut. They are also high in protein, so you can either replace the meat or fish with beans, like we do in our vegan chilli, or you can double up on protein, like we do in our baked cod with butter beans. Beans also count towards your 30 daily plant foods, so if you're keeping count you'll be impressed with our five-bean chilli and green bean and grain salad, both of which contribute multiple plant points. To see more of our delicious, hearty and filling bean ideas, check out our butter bean recipes, black bean recipes, borlotti bean recipes and broad bean recipes. Plus see all our high-fibre meals. Healthy butter bean recipes Healthy beans on toast Ditch the processed variety and make your own baked beans using tomatoes, spices and honey. They are truly delicious on wholegrain toast for lunch. Turmeric and ginger butter bean stew Nourish yourself with a big bowl of our butter bean and kale stew with a zingy ginger, turmeric and creamy coconut milk broth. Harissa, butter bean and red pepper orzo Tuck into a comforting bowl of butter bean orzo with the fresh, punchy flavours of harissa and red pepper. Baked cod and butter beans Cod is topped with a rosemary parmesan crust then baked in a rich tomato and butter bean sauce to make this seriously high-protein dish. Cheesy bean omelette wraps These cheesy bean omelette wraps make a quick, protein-packed lunch ready in just 20 minutes. Filled with spinach, giant baked beans and mature cheddar, they’re hearty, satisfying and freezer-friendly for up to a month – perfect for easy make-ahead lunches. Tuscan pork loin steaks For a speedy dinner that's low in calories and fat but high in protein, try this speedy supper with Mediterranean flavours. Healthy black bean recipes Healthy chicken and black bean stew Make a rich and warming chicken stew with black beans for extra protein. Top with sou…

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30 November recipes
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date: 2025-11-21T14:00:18.000Z
creator: Adam Bush
subject: Guides
subject: Celeriac
subject: Dates
subject: Duck
subject: Leeks
subject: November
description: Be inspired to make the most of November's best ingredients, from crunchy, nutty celeriac to sweet, chewy dates and rich, gamey duck
encoded: Want to know what’s in season in November? Looking for November recipe ideas? Use crunchy, nutty celeriac, rich and gamey duck, and sweet leeks from your local greengrocer to make these seasonal dishes and bakes. We’ve included plenty of tips for shopping for specific varieties, as well as prepping guides and recipes to showcase and make the most of the fruit or vegetable. After, check out our best October recipes, December recipes and January recipes and read our guide by nutritionist and chef Nicky Clinch explaining the power of eating seasonally and why it's better for all of us. Pork Pork was traditionally eaten in months ending in ‘r’ – in those months it is colder and, due to the lack of refrigeration, this stopped the meat from spoiling as quickly as in the hotter months. Pork belly with beans and pistou Pistou is a French sauce made simply with garlic, fresh basil and olive oil. It's perfect for spooning over this dish of slow-cooked pork with silky cannellini beans. Pumpkins Pumpkins are a type of winter squash with a sweet, delicate flavour and pleasing yellow-orange flesh when you cut through the hardy orange or green skin. They are incredibly versatile – steam and purée to fold into cake batters, sweet pies and breads, or roast in chunks and stir through risottos, salads, soups and sandwiches. You can eat the seeds, too – roast the washed and dried seeds in olive oil until crisp and toasted, and use as a topping for salads and soups. Pumpkin curry Make the most of pumpkin season with this easy, warming one-pot. Kale One of the most well-known and versatile cruciferous vegetables. It has flat or tightly curled leaves (called curly kale) around a thick stalk and comes in a few colours, including green and purple. Try to find whole-leaf kale so you can pull the leaf from the very tough stalk yourself. Pre-shredded kale comes with the stems still attached, which can be tough when eaten raw or after blanching. For a healthy snack, try roasting for 5-8 mins to…

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Best listening bars in London
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date: 2025-11-21T12:01:20.000Z
creator: Emily Marten
subject: Bar reviews
subject: Drink
subject: Guides
subject: cocktail
subject: Drinks
subject: London area guides
description: The Japanese listening bar concept has landed in London. Expect hifi sound systems, stellar cocktails and moody surroundings for soaking up the music
encoded: Looking for the best hifi bars in London? If you're partial to a carefully curated cocktail or two, you may have noticed the term 'listening bar' appearing on the London cocktail bar scene in the last couple of years. Think: intimate, low lighting, stylish, mid-century décor and most importantly, high-fidelity sound systems. Inspired by Japanese "kissaten" culture, which emerged in the post-war era, the experience of sound is placed firmly centre stage. Although while the music may be a key focus, food and drinks menus are by no means an afterthought, with high-quality, seasonal ingredients, global-inspired flavours and rotating chef takeovers. As an east London resident myself, you might call me biased but my favourite spots also happen to inhabit this side of the capital. For a cute and cosy date night destination, Chiave is a no-brainer, where you can continue the night and throw shapes on the luxe downstairs dance floor complete with bespoke sound system (trust me, it's nothing like the sweaty basements you may have frequented in the past). If you're looking for a more substantial meal, I would never fail to recommend Mad Cats's east Asian-inspired menu packed with punchy, umami-rich flavour. And that pandan crème brûlée, wow. Of course, the whole of London is blessed with a wealth of stellar options, so whatever your taste, peruse my list below and find something to suit you. Next, discover the best cocktail bars in London, London hotel bars to visit and the best rooftop bars in London. For an off-the-beaten track new spot to visit, read about these neighbourhood gems according to London locals and find out where our drinks writer goes for summer drinking in London. Best London listening bars Chiave, Shoreditch Meaning ‘key’ in Italian, Chiave cuts a subtle exterior on Shoreditch’s Redchurch Street bar the large, polished brass-effect key on the door. Naturally lit during the day from the sash windows, stay until sundown for the bar to transform into a cosy dri…

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Recipes that support your mental health
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date: 2025-11-21T11:30:45.000Z
creator: Isabella Keeling - Deputy health editor
subject: Guides
subject: Wellbeing
description: Pack in the good fats, gut-friendly fibre and nutrients with these recipes, in order to support your brain and mental health
encoded: The food you eat can have a powerful effect on your mental health and how you feel day to day. There is a strong connection between your gut and your brain, often called the gut-brain axis, which means that nourishing your body with the right foods can help regulate mood, motivation and stress levels. Certain nutrients play a key role in supporting brain health – omega-3 fatty acids, for example, are essential for maintaining healthy brain cells and have been linked to lower rates of depression and anxiety. Choline, found in foods like eggs, is also important as it supports the production of neurotransmitters involved in memory and learning. If you want to boost your mental wellbeing, try to include more foods rich in these beneficial nutrients. Oily fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines are excellent sources of omega-3 fats, while walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds are great plant-based options. Eggs are not only packed with choline but also provide B vitamins, which help with energy production and brain function. Leafy greens, beans, lentils and fermented foods like yogurt and kimchi can all support a healthy gut and stable mood. Watch out for highly processed foods and refined sugars as they can lead to blood sugar spikes and crashes, contributing to mood swings and tiredness. Excessive caffeine and alcohol may also disrupt sleep and increase feelings of anxiety or low mood. Next, discover recipes that pack in the plants, recipes for a healthy gut and eat the rainbow with our healthy, colourful recipes. Recipes that support your mental health Kimchi eggs Start your day with these punchy fried eggs, served on toasted rye bread alongside tangy kimchi to support friendly gut bacteria. Masala mackerel Mackerel's oily flesh means it can withstand strong flavours such as chilli and citrus – both of which are used in this dish alongside ginger, tamarind, cumin and garam masala Energising breakfast bowl Avoid the sugar spikes and crashes by swapping your morning cere…

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Best restaurants in Soho: where to eat and drink
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date: 2025-11-21T10:14:10.000Z
subject: Guides
subject: London
subject: Restaurants
subject: London area guides
description: Discover our favourite places to eat in and drink in the buzzy central London neighbourhood, from Taiwanese fine dining to pasta joints and intimate cocktail bars
encoded: Looking for the best Soho restaurants? Check out our ideas for eating and drinking in Soho from Brewer Street to St Anne's Court, from Old Compton Street to Chinatown (find the full list of the best restaurants in Chinatown here). For more London food recommendations, check out our reviews of the best restaurants in Covent Garden, best restaurants in Kings Cross, best restaurants in Mayfair, best restaurants in Marylebone and best restaurants in Paddington. Best places to eat and drink in Soho Mamapen, Great Pulteney Street – London’s only Cambodian pops up in Soho This lively pop-up is currently the only place to eat Cambodian in London. Chef Kaneda Pen’s classic and contemporary cooking is inspired by his mother, his love of BBQ and his Scottish partner. So sour pineapple curry with roasted sweet potato and pickled mango; and Khmer BBQ chicken with shaoxing teriyaki glaze with tuk trey koh kong dipping sauce, sit alongside braised beef tattie mince noodles with cucumber, spring onion and chilli. Lunchtime specials for takeout keep local workers happy. Find it until the end of the year in one of Soho’s busiest pubs. http://sunand13cantons.co.uk/cambodian-food-london <img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/2/2024/08/London-Food-and-Drink-Photography-Mamapen-at-Sun-and-13-Cantons-London-2024-Nic-Crilly-Hargrave-102-copy-fa88d56.jpg" width="8256" height="5504" alt="London Food and Drink Photography - Mamapen at Sun and 13 Cantons London 2024 - Nic Crilly-Hargrave-102 copy" title="London Food and Drink Photography - Mamapen at Sun and 13 Cantons London 2024 - Nic Crilly-Hargrave-102 copy" /> The Palomar, Rupert Street — for vibrant sharing plates This small but mighty restaurant has carved its reputation as a Soho institution thanks to ten years of warm hospitality and top-notch cooking. Perch at the counter to get close to the lively action or take a seat at one of a handful of cosy tables in the back for a quieter evening. Head chef Dan Mur…

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20 best tequilas to try 2025
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date: 2025-11-21T00:00:13.000Z
creator: Hannah Guinness
subject: Drink
subject: Guides
subject: Reviews
description: We’ve found the best tequilas to buy, from silver varieties for cocktails to rich aged spirits perfect for sipping
encoded: Looking for the best tequila to buy? Want to try new varieties of the popular agave spirit? Check out our round up of the best tequilas brands to try this summer... For more drinks inspiration, check out our expert guides to the best mezcal to buy or best premium rum to try. Best tequilas at a glance Blanco tequilas Best tequila for easy drinking: Espolòn Blanco Tequila, £30.50 Best pink tequila: Código 1530 Rosa Blanco, £49.99 Best smooth blanco tequila: 1800 Blanco Tequila, £34.20 Best tequila for beginners: Cazcabel Honey Tequila, £32.18 Best silver tequila: Don Fulano Blanco Tequila, £45.50 Best flavoured tequila: Beeble Honey Tequila, £35 Best coffee tequila: Hacien Coffee Tequila Blanco, £37.50 Añejo tequila Best value añejo tequila: El Mayor Añejo Tequila, £41.75 Best tequila with a whisky twist: Storywood Tequila Speyside 14 Añejo, £56.95 Best tequila for sipping: VIVIR Tequila Añejo, £69 Best tequila for a Manhattan: Código 1530 Añejo, £112 Best herbaceous tequila: Tapatio Añejo Tequila, £32.89 Best añejo for special occasions: Komos Anejo Reserva, £184.62 Reposado tequila Best reposado tequila: Casa Noble Reposado, £65.90 Best delicate tequila: Mijenta Reposado Tequila, £60.49 Best blow out tequila: Komos Reposado Rosa Tequila, £139 Best mellow tequila: Herradura Reposado Tequila, £42.70 Best single-estate tequila: Ocho 8 Resposado Tequila, £29.50 Best reposado for sipping: Codigo 1530 Reposado Tequila, £51.75 Other tequilas Best charcoal-filtered tequila: Maestro DOBEL Diamante, £61.50 What is tequila? Tequila is a distilled spirit made from the cooked and fermented juice of blue agave. Most tequilas fall into three categories. Blanco tequila is unaged and bottled within two months, and is typically used in cocktails. It usually has strong agave and earthy flavours. Reposado tequilas have been aged in wooden casks for at least two months – which mellows the spirit and imparts oaky notes. Try them in cocktails like margaritas, or drink them neat. Añejo teq…

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Digestion and exercise: the 7 common mistakes you might be making
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date: 2025-11-20T17:21:15.000Z
creator: Lucy Gornall
subject: Guides
subject: Wellbeing
subject: Premium wellbeing
description: How do you balance fuelling against the risk of stomach cramps or the need for an emergency toilet stop on your run? Our personal trainer has the answers
encoded: For more wellbeing guides, check out our 10 ways to boost energy, 12 fitness habits to kickstart a reset, a fitness instructor's guide to why your wearable is a waste of money and our health expert guide to serotonin – what it is and how to boost it for your health. Feeling heavy or bloated during your workouts? Perhaps you’ve been caught short mid-run and it’s made you hyper-aware of what you’re eating before you exercise. Whatever exercise-related gut issues you’ve faced, they can seriously hinder performance and make working out feel hard. “Everyone’s gut reacts differently during exercise,” says Rob Hobson, a sports nutritionist with 15 years’ experience. “Some people can run for miles on a full stomach, while others feel queasy after just a banana. It depends on your body and, often, how anxious or relaxed you feel.” During exercise, your body sends more blood to your muscles and skin to help with movement and temperature control. “This means there’s less blood going to your digestive system, slowing down digestion and causing bloating or nausea,” Rob explains. You might also get a strong urge to race to the loo, as many runners have experienced. To help reduce the chances of digestive mishaps, avoid these common mistakes… MISTAKE #1: Eating too close to your workout If you’ve gone for a jog or folded into a Downward Dog immediately after eating, you’ll be familiar with the discomfort of indigestion. If you’ve just had a main meal, it’s best to wait two to three hours before exercising, especially for endurance sports such as running. “This allows time for digestion and glycogen (fuel) replenishment without discomfort,” says Rob. “Eat a meal that contains carbs, lean protein (such as chicken, tofu or fish) and minimal fat and fibre. Chicken with white rice and veg is a good shout.” If you only have one to two hours until you exercise, tuck into a lighter snack of carbs and a small amount of protein. A smoothie with banana and protein powder or yogurt with fruit…

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13 experts on why you’re always tired – and how to get your energy back
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date: 2025-11-20T17:20:27.000Z
creator: Vicky Chandler
subject: Guides
subject: Wellbeing
subject: Premium wellbeing
description: It’s a common refrain, but why are so many of us so tired? Thirteen health experts with different specialisms offer their solutions
encoded: For more wellbeing guides, read 11 ways to have a better night's sleep, sleep hygiene and how to improve it, 10 foods to improve your mood and 5 tips for a mindful evening routine. It’s the time of the year where everyone is running on 10% battery. We wake up tired, stay tired, and talk about being tired as if it’s a personality trait. The morning coffee doesn’t touch the sides, the afternoon slump hits harder than ever, and even a full night’s sleep doesn’t seem to fix it. It’s not just in our heads. A survey found that one in eight of us say they felt tired all the time. We’ve built lives that drain us in ways we barely notice, screens that keep us alert long after dark, work that seeps into our weekends and diets built for convenience, not nourishment. Add to that hormones, stress, poor sleep, and pressure to 'keep up', and it’s no wonder so many of us feel like we’re running on fumes. So, what’s actually going on, and how do we fix it? We asked a line-up of experts – from doctors and sleep experts to osteopaths and productivity specialists – to untangle what’s really behind our collective fatigue and how to combat it. Some say it’s our circadian rhythm, others our hormones, our blood sugar, our posture, or even our decision load. The truth? It’s probably a bit of all of them. The Sleep Expert Stephanie Romiszewski, leading sleep physiologist and author of Think Less, Sleep More One of the biggest misconceptions is that tiredness means you need more sleep, says Romiszewski, one of the most trusted voices in sleep health. “Often it means you need better timing of sleep, or to stop fighting normal human fluctuations in energy,” she explains. “We’ve created a culture where every dip in alertness is treated as a failure, when in fact your body’s natural rhythm works in waves.” And that consistency can waver, especially at the weekends, when your social calendar shifts. “Your brain’s timekeeper, the circadian rhythm, isn’t flexible just because your calendar is,” Romi…

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13 turnip recipes
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subject: Guides
subject: Recipes
description: Make the most of this winter root vegetable with our easy turnip recipes. Choose from elegant starters to simple side dishes and comforting bakes
encoded: Looking for some easy turnip recipes? Want the best vegetable side dishes? Celebrate this winter root vegetable with our easy turnip recipes. They make a great addition to a Sunday roast or a simple traybake. See our recipes below and for more inspiration, see our celeriac recipes, beetroot dishes and parsnip recipes.

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