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Make your old man feel like Daddy Cool this Father’s Day by serving up a summer feast. We’ve got more flavour-packed dishes than he could possibly hope for. 

Shh… My show’s on

Your new weekly must-watch show has arrived. Don’t miss Let’s Cook, our YouTube video series. Led by Waitrose’s expert in-house cooks, these how-to videos will give you the confidence to become a more creative, intuitive cook. First up is Beef smash tacos – Charmaine Katz’s take on the trend.

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Make Baked Spanish-style rice with cod & prawns

DINNER TONIGHT 

Mi casa es tu casa

Embrace midweek entertaining with baked Spanish-style rice with cod and prawns. A speedy spin on paella, this high-flavour dish brings easy sunshine to your table on a school night.

Make Baked Spanish-style rice with cod & prawns

Shop The Botanist Islay Dry Gin Premium Scottish Gin

SIP OF THE WEEK 

A day to cause a stir

If you’re looking for 007 this Friday, check the bar. Why? It’s national Martini Day of course! Shake (or stir) using The Botanist gin, a silky smooth, Scottish-distilled number that is fit for all martini styles. 

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SHOPPING

Things we're buying this week

SHOPPING

Things we're buying this week

Food Editor Alison Oakervee shares her weekly must-basket items.

No.1 Speciality Strawberries

No.1 Speciality Strawberries 

“These sweet, juicy and aromatic berries are a weekly staple over the summer months, to be eaten on their own with a dollop of Greek-style yogurt or scattered over a pavlova at the weekend.” 

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Belazu Gran Reserva Sherry Vinegar

Belazu Gran Reserva Sherry Vinegar 

“I always have a bottle to hand ready to whisk into olive oil to dress a green salad, drizzle over roast veg or tomato dishes, splash into marinades or just deglaze a pan as the base for a sauce.”

Shop Belazu Sherry Vinegar

Hip Pop Sparkling Tropical Peach Drink Cans

Hip Pop Sparkling Tropical Peach Drink Cans 

“For days when I’m looking for a long glass of something cold that isn’t alcohol, this is my go-to thirst quencher. It’s lightly sparkling with live cultures, a hint of peach juice and apple cider vinegar.”

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No.1 Odysea Greek Sheep’s Milk Feta PDO

No.1 Odysea Greek Sheep’s Milk Feta PDO 

“Crumble this salty, tangy, authentically-made cheese over a watermelon and black olive salad or use it to accompany tomatoes, when its saline flavour will bring out their natural sweetness.”

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IN MY BASKET

Gunpowder Spice Blend is Chetna Makan's favourite all-rounder

The food writer, author and YouTuber loves this spice blend for its versatility – try it in her Gunpowder beany rolls recipe.

Gunpowder Spice Blend is Chetna Makan’s favourite all-rounder

“Gunpowder is an aromatic, fiery spice blend from the south of India, where every household has their own recipe for it. What I love about gunpowder is the versatility of it, it has texture, a slight heat and so much aroma, which makes it a great all-rounder spice blend. I always have a little pot of this in my kitchen.”

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