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I tested coleslaw & potato salads… 98p winner's perfect for BBQs with chunky spuds, creamy mayo & crunchy extra element
Scroll down to find out which supermarket tubs really deliver on taste, texture and value TASTIEST BITS ON THE SIDE I tested coleslaw & potato salads… 98p winner's perfect for BBQs with chunky spuds, creamy mayo & crunchy extra element WITH Britain basking under sunny skies, eating al fresco is one way to make the most of the warm weather. So it's not surprising that sales of barbecue-friendly ingredients are soaring. Advertisement 13 Laura Stott samples supermarket coleslaws and potato salads as Brits snap them up for BBQ season Credit: Damien McFadden Retailers have reported an increase in demand for popular cold sides, coleslaw and potato salad, which are perfect for scoffing outdoors alongside your griddled goodies. Laura Stott tried and rated a selection of supermarket versions. POTS OF COLESLAW Marks & Spencer 13 Flavourwise, this is as close as you'll get to tasting homemade Credit: Damien McFadden TRADITIONAL COLESLAW, 300G, £1.30: THE usual cabbage, carrots and onions in a fresh and tasty mayo coating, plus a nice mustard tang, this will pair perfectly with your grilled meats. The veggies are shredded quite finely and there is a lot of the dressing, so M&S's coleslaw is not quite as crunchy as some of the others. Advertisement But flavourwise, it's as close as you'll get to tasting homemade. 4/5 Asda 13 Big cabbage chunks and bland flavour make this coleslaw a disappointing buy Credit: Damien McFadden COLESLAW, 300g, £1.32: A GOOD value tub of coleslaw from Asda, but tastewise, sadly, this missed the mark. Advertisement Despite containing double cream and milk as well as egg mayonnaise, the flavour was bland and also rather sweet. It lacked any vinegar sharpness and the veggies seemed to consist of mostly very thick slices of cabbage and big chunks of onion with not much carrot, which wasn't very appetising to look at. 1/5 Morrisons 13 Tangy and rustic, this coleslaw's sharp kick pairs perfectly with hearty BBQ sides such as corn on the cob or a baked potato Credit: Damien McFadden Advertisement CRUNCHY COLESLAW, 300g, £1.25: THIS pot of shredded onion, cabbage and onion definitely has a rustic and homemade feel and look to it, and I think if you put it in a serving bowl you could pass it off as one you made yourself – if you wanted to. The 2C method which stops flies plaguing your home and ruining your BBQ Quite a sharp vinegar tang to Morrisons' coleslaw, so it's a little more acidic than some of the others. Be nice piled up next to a corn on the cob or atop a jacket spud. 3/5 Advertisement Tesco 13 Tesco's offering was like a liquid cold coleslaw soup with thin pieces of cabbage and carrot swimming in a sea of mayonnaise Credit: Damien McFadden COLESLAW, 300g, £1.25: I WASN'T that keen on the appearance of this slaw with its veggie ingredients sliced so finely they looked like they had been shredded. The result of this was like a liquid cold coleslaw soup with thin pieces of cabbage and carrot swimming in a sea of mayonnaise. Rather unpleasant and the mayo coating having a pinky-yellow hue didn't help appearances either. Advertisement 2/5 Aldi 13 Creamy, tangy and mustardy, this finely sliced coleslaw packs flavour without being too overpowering Credit: Damien McFadden SPECIALLY SELECTED CREAMY COLESLAW, 300g £1.29: A GOOD price for a ready-made coleslaw from Aldi's posher range of picky bits. This side is made with free-range egg mayo and has a nice tang of vinegar and a strong punch of mustard without the flavours becoming too overpowering. Advertisement Another pot where the veggies are sliced very finely and here in a uniform way so it looks shop bought. 5/5 Co-op 13 Nice balance of vinegar, mustard and mayo, and another tub that could pass for homemade - just a pity it's not cheaper Credit: Damien McFadden CLASSIC COLESLAW, 300g, £1.65: THIS is the priciest of the bunch, so it doesn't offer you the best barbecue bargain but the taste and quality is good. Advertisement A fairly basic recipe with the usual mix of ingredients and quite a chunky texture so it's ideal with more rugged mains like meat cuts. Nice balance of vinegar, mustard and mayo, and another tub that could pass for homemade. Pity it's not cheaper, though. 3/5 POTATO SALADS Marks & Spencer 13 A lovely luxury side, but not cheap Credit: Damien McFadden Advertisement CHARLOTTE NEW POTATO SALAD, 300g, £2.50: THE white-fleshed Charlotte potatoes are creamy and waxy and really do have a delicious flavour. I enjoyed that the tasty skins had been left on to scoff, too. Quite a light dressing with sour cream, mayo, mustard and spring onions but nicely balanced so the spuds don't get drowned out when you eat it. A lovely luxury side, but not cheap. Advertisement 4/5 Asda 13 Creamy, well-balanced and packed with spring onions — a tasty bargain potato salad Credit: Damien McFadden POTATO SALAD, 300g, 98p: THIS cold potato salad looked tasty in the tub and didn't fall down on flavour when I tried it either. Really nice spuds, not too chunky or too mushy and a good creamy consistency to the mayo sauce. Advertisement There's lots of spring onions to add interest and while the coating is on the gloopy side, it suits the homemade feel of this recipe. Amazing value for money too. 5/5 Morrisons 13 All the ingredients are present and correct but it's rather bland to eat and left a nasty aftertaste in my mouth Credit: Damien McFadden POTATO SALAD, 300g, £1.25: THIS cold potato and mayo combo also contains pieces of spring onion, which is a really nice idea instead of chives for a lovely sweet tang with all the creamy sauce. Advertisement However, overall, I found this spud mix a little bit disappointing. All the ingredients are present and correct but it's rather bland to eat and left a nasty aftertaste in my mouth. There are better alternatives for this price. 2/5 Advertisement Tesco 13 The only downside I can find is that you can't reseal the container Credit: Damien McFadden POTATO SALAD, 300g, £1.25 (£1 Clubcard price): YOU certainly get plenty of potato for your pound, the coating is creamy and tangy, and it all tastes good. Adding chives is a nice touch and exactly what I would do if I were making my own from scratch – and I also liked the citrus tang from the lemon. The only downside I can find is that you can't reseal the container. Advertisement 4/5 Aldi 13 It's definitely a nice and filling salad for any barbecue buffet – and the cheapest! Credit: Damien McFadden DELI POTATO SALAD, 300g, 89p: MADE with sour cream and lemon juice you get plenty of tatties in a thick and very rich sauce, which is tempered nicely with enough acidity. The cold potatoes are chopped in a mixture of sizes but one or two of mine felt rather firm. Advertisement It's definitely a nice and filling salad for any barbecue buffet – and the cheapest! 4/5 Lidl 13 There are very large chunks of potatoes in this so it's almost like having a proper side of spuds Credit: Damien McFadden MEADOW FRESH POTATO SALAD WITH YOGHURT, 1kg, £2.95: A WHOPPER of a container from Lidl, which is perfect for a larger gathering and offers brilliant value for money. Advertisement It's also made with a yoghurt coating, which is a little bit different. There are very large chunks of potatoes in this so it's almost like having a proper side of spuds. Contains chives and a hint of chilli. 3/5
Fashion United
a day ago
- Business
- Fashion United
UK government introduces new trade measures for developing countries
The UK government has introduced new measures that intend to simplify imports from developing countries. The changes come under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme and, according to a press release, aim to 'lower prices on everyday goods while supporting growth in some of the world's poorest nations'. The measures particularly address imports from countries like Nigeria, Sri Lanka and the Philippines, for which rules of origin have been simplified, allowing goods from such regions to enter the UK tariff-free. Updates also reaffirm the zero tariff policy already in place for countries such as Bangladesh and Cambodia, covering products like garments and electronics. Such changes intend to allow UK consumers to have greater access to "competitively priced imports'. For businesses, meanwhile, the government hopes to encourage the building of resilient supply chains, investments in emerging markets and opportunities in fast-growing economies. UK ministers briefed British business leaders and global ambassadors on the updates at a reception in London on July 10. The updates have been welcomed by executives at notable UK retailers and fashion trade organisations. Both the director of sourcing at Marks & Spencer, Monique Leeuwenburgh, and Primark's interim CEO, Eoin Tonge, backed the changes, expressing support for a scheme that will help each company to maintain relationships with their existing supplier network, they both noted in respective statements. Commenting on the news, the CEO of the UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT), Adam Mansell, said: 'UKFT welcomes these additional changes to the Rules of Origin under the DCTS, which will bring real benefits to the fashion industry in the UK and in DCTS countries. The new rules demonstrate a genuine commitment from the government to modernise trade policy to support global economic growth. At a time of such uncertainty in international trade, these reforms are especially welcome.'
Fashion United
a day ago
- Business
- Fashion United
Marks & Spencer enters Australia through David Jones partnership
British retailer Marks & Spencer has debuted in Australia via a new partnership with local department store David Jones. The exclusive deal will initially see Marks & Spencer's core lingerie and sleepwear range, including T-shirt bras, lace styles, shapewear and thermals, introduced to David Jones stores and its online website from July 14. The retailer's apparel selection will become available later this year. The news was confirmed to Inside Retail, to which Marks & Spencer's MD of international, Mark Lemming, said: 'Last year, we reset our priorities for international, with a focus on offering the magic of M&S to customers across the world. 'We're taking starting steps in Australia; it's a market which has always shared long-standing and strong links with the UK and where brand recognition is high.' To underline its commitment to international markets, Marks & Spencer beefed up the leadership team for this division in February, appointing a new MD for its Indian business, a dedicated commercial director and an international partnerships director. Alongside uplifting its presence in India and Ireland, the company also expanded into Romania back in March for the first time, where it has a primary focus on groceries. FashionUnited has contacted Marks & Spencer for more information.
Fashion United
a day ago
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- Fashion United
Marks & Spencer warns of store closures as Chancellor eyes property tax increases
British retail giant Marks & Spencer has said that it could be forced to close a number of its stores if UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves increases tax on large properties. The department store chain is said to be leading a wider group of retailers, including Tesco, Primark and Asda, in opposing Reeves' plan to increase property tax in her next Autumn Budget. In evidence submitted to the Communities and Local Government secretary and seen by the Telegraph, Marks & Spencer said that if higher bills were to be imposed, 111 of its stores could be impacted and ultimately forced to close. In a statement, the retailer commented: 'Given larger retailers are often anchor tenants on the high street, taxing them to support smaller stores is a false economy – if larger shops close, smaller shops suffer. 'The proposed reforms could therefore accelerate the decline of the high street by encouraging retailers to close larger high street stores.' As it stands, the UK government's business rates reform, which is due to come into effect in April 2026, targets larger stores valued over 500,000 pounds, while smaller properties would have their rates reduced. Sources for the Telegraph said that while the Treasury had not yet decided on the new rates, any surcharge on large properties would be set at the maximum. A Treasury spokesman told the media outlet: 'We are a pro-business government that is creating a fairer business rates system to protect the high street, support investment, and level the playing field. 'To deliver our manifesto pledge and provide certainty and support to the high street we intend to introduce permanently lower tax rates for retail, hospitality, and leisure properties from next year. 'Unlike the current relief for these properties, there will be no cash cap on the new lower tax rates, supporting some of Britain's most loved high street chains to continue to create jobs and grow the economy.' FashionUnited has contacted Marks & Spencer with a request for more information.
Yahoo
a day ago
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Trendy Danish fashion brand coming to York this month
A Danish fashion brand is to open at the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York later this month. ONLY, founded in 1995, is noted for an authentic, raw, and real approach to fashion, with a comprehensive range of styles that empower women to express their individuality, and a focus on denim at its core. Paul Tyler, Centre Manager, McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York. 'ONLY's dedication to quality, style, and empowering women through fashion perfectly aligns with our vision to offer our guests an exceptional selection of premium brands. RECOMMENDED READING: City of York members set to consider outlet parking plan McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York stages Great Summer Social 'Their arrival will undoubtedly be a significant draw for our fashion-conscious visitors seeking stylish and accessible womenswear.' The new ONLY store, located near Marks & Spencer and Castore, will span approximately 3000 sq ft, featuring denim jeans, stylish dresses, versatile knitwear, and on-trend accessories. The opening day on July 31 will feature a Drop to Win Game at 11am, 12pm and 1pm, for a chance to win prizes from ONLY. Furthermore, the first 25 customers who spend £30 in the store will receive a complimentary ONLY bag filled with gifts. McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York says in the coming months it will also welcome on board a new food operator, Chopstix. Rituals and Sweaty Betty are also upsizing their outlet stores to offer a broader and diverse range of products. For more information visit:
