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I tested pre-mixed espresso martinis - the winner tastes freshly made
YOU can now get many cocktails perfectly mixed and measured in a can.These tins are easy to sling into a cool bag, festival backpack or hamper for sum
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The worst supermarket ‘fakeaways’ with up to 2,100 calories per portion
CHANCES are when you opt for your favourite supermarket 'fakeaway', you think you're making a healthy choice.But a new study this week found these mea
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I tasted supermarket Euro 2024-themed footy cakes - a £10 treat hit the spot
WE are all excited about Euro 2024 – and supermarkets want in on the action too.From football-themed rolls to crumpets and pizzas, many have brought
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I tested cheap paddling pools - the £35 winner has comfy seats
APADDLINGpoolis a must-have for the (hopefully warm) summer months.Not only do kids love a bit of water play, but it helps them cool
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I tested 10 cheap pop up tents -the winner went up in less than a minute
LOOKING for a tent you can put up at seconds, but don't want to pay the extortionate price tag on some top models? We've got you covered.The best pop
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I tested pudding versions of big name chocolate bars - winner was delicious
CHOCOHOLICS rejoice – Yorkie is the newest choccy pudding on the block, with a brand new creamy mousse now in stores.It is the latest in a long line
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10 best duvets 2024 UK; tried and tested for hot sleepers
AT this time of year a duvet at night is often just too much heat, at the same time it can be difficult to sleep soundly without a cover, which is why
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I’m a cleaning expert - TikTok Coke hack works but £1.50 buy will burn home down
TIKTOK is brimming with tips on how to clean everything from windows to ovens and shower heads.In fact, #cleantok content has had more than 114 BILLIO
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I tested pressure washers - watch the winner clean my patio better than Karcher
CLEANING a muddy patio with a brush and some elbow grease is hard graft.And if it's a job you loathe, you may want to consider investing in apre
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I tried supermarket BBQ sauces - the winner is half the price of posh brands
BARBECUEseason is firmly upon us and nosizzleris complete without the rightsauceto slather over burgers, sausages and ch
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I’m a shopping expert - the beauty loyalty schemes you’d be ‘mad’ to miss
SCANNING the shelves for your favourite beauty buy, a flash of colour catches your eye and you are hit by a sudden rush of excitement.You have spotted
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How living near to a busy road really can take YEARS off your life
THE constant rumble of traffic is what brings many cities to life.And as the summer months roll in, the hustle and bustle of your neighbourhood is lik
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I tried supermarket tomato ketchups - the 90p winner tastes as good as Heinz
WHETHER dolloping in a burger bun or dipping chips, there's no denying tomato ketchup is a kitchen cupboard staple.Heinz is probably the most recognis
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I’ve spent £2.5k on squishmallows for my daughter - our home is stuffed full
SOFT, spongy and sold in millions – Squishmallows are a trend to be reckoned with.Last year, more than £100million of the colourful creatures were
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I tested supermarket sausage rolls - the winner costs just 25p each
A LOVELY meaty filling, buttery, flaky pastry and a touch of seasoning - you really can't beat a sausage roll.They are the perfect treat for sunny pic
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I tested Sweet Chilli crisps - winner was a copy of Walkers and half the price
TRADITIONAL crisp flavours are being snubbed in favour of spicier varieties.Research for The Grocer magazine found salt & vinegar and cheese &
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I tested supermarket quiches - winner was £1.25 cheaper than M&S
A CLASSIC 1970s dish, quiche has topped a list of the nation’s favourite throwback foods.A survey of 2,000 adults by Care UK found half of us have e
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I tested pink gin - a supermarket version beats Gordon's and is £10 cheaper
FROM barely-there blushes to bubble-gum pink bottles, pink gin is all the rage for 2024.It's a fruity, often sweet and aromatic drink that should be e
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I tested dishwasher tablets - my winner is better and cheaper than than Fairy
A HOUSEHOLD staple for many of us, dishwasher tablets promise to take the hard work out of washing dirty dishes.Even some of the names - Platinum, Mag
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I thought my son, 10, was dying and now I want to warn others about the cause
Is your child an energy drink addict?As Labour considers a ban on energy drinks for children if they get into power, Fabulous investigates the harm th
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I tested bathroom cleaning sprays - a 75p version beat brands Cif and Method
BATHROOM cleaners help remove dirt and grime - but can a budget bottle keep your taps and tiles sparkling?Some sprays now cost as much as £4 which ad
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I tested cheddar cheese - a bargain version beats classic brand Cathedral City
GOOD news for cheese lovers - the price of cheddar is falling.Research has found a 1kg of cheddar cheese would have set you back £9.21 in 2023, but n
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Eight tricks to bag bargains at Next and more including label codes to spot
IF you hit the shops without a plan, you can easily end up spending far more than you intended.High street stores know exactly how to pique our intere
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I tested supermarket Dairylea Dunkers - the 'great value' winner beats the brand
THE cost of a child's packed lunch has soared by 26.1%, costing most parents around £20 a week - but you can save by ditching the classic brands.Ever
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I tested chocolate Easter bunnies…the best buy was £4 cheaper than leading brand
NO Easter egg hunt is complete without a chocolate bunny.And Lindt's gold foil-wrapped bunny complete with a red ribbon and bell around its neck has b