Food and Drink

Haier's dishwasher range is renowned for being smart and incredibly capable - so we put that to the test

Haier I-Pro Shine Series 6: Living with a seriously clever dishwasher

Tempting Christmas gift collections from Cartwright & Butler and Prestige Hampers, packed with festive treats, sweet indulgences and savoury favourites.

Luxury Christmas hampers packed with festive surprises

The new look McDonald’s in Aspects Leisure Park

McDonald’s in Aspects Leisure Park reopens with new look

Joe Pattinson and his wife, Layla Wang

Mala Dragon celebrates national recognition one year after opening

The new Morphy Richards Zino is a true bean-to-cup filter coffee machine - and probably one of the best in the business

Morphy Richards Zino review: fresh filter coffee without the fuss

The pumpkins are in store now - and the most you'll pay is 59p

Sainsbury’s cuts Halloween pumpkins to 50p each with Nectar deal

Sainsbury’s Nectar shoppers can save up to 25% on Halloween treats. Stock image.

Sainsbury’s shoppers can save up to 25% on Halloween treats

King Kebab, in Tavistock Street, was given a zero rating following a food hygiene inspection on August 13

Food hygiene inspectors tell Indian takeaway "urgent improvement" needed

Pictures courtesy of BTG Eddisons, Bedford

For sale: Popular Kempston pub goes on the market for £435k

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

I’m making a Halloween boo basket this year and Sainsbury’s has everything I need

How to make a Halloween boo basket with treats and gifts
Sainsbury’s has everything you need to create the perfect Halloween.
Natalie Dixon

The pumpkins are in store now - and the most you'll pay is 59p

Sainsbury's will sell you a pumpkin for 50p this year - here's how

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

Get your order in now for Christmas turkeys - and save some money if you have a Nectar carda

Sainsbury's Christmas food orders are live and turkey starts at £7.20

Sainsbury's has everything from Halloween treats and party food to decorations and baking kits for spooky season - and there's up to 25% off with Nectar. Stock image.

Sainsbury's Halloween offers worth knowing about with up to 25% off

Ready for a mince pie? 'Tis the season to complain about Christmas arriving early

Half-price mince pies make an early Christmas taste test tempting

We've listed the top 10 highest-rated items in the Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range - and there are definitely some surprises

These are the 10 items Sainsbury's poshest shoppers love the most

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range has everything needed for a cosy three-course vegetarian dinner, with 25% off for Nectar customers. Stock photo.

My indulgent three-course Sainsbury’s vegetarian dinner

Sainsbury’s shoppers can save 25% on a huge range of food this week

Sainsbury’s has 25% off Taste the Difference food

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range has everything needed for a cosy three-course vegetarian dinner, with 25% off for Nectar customers. Stock photo.

My three-course vegetarian meal from Sainsbury's with 25% off deal

Sainsbury's is offering 25% off when Nectar customers buy three selected Taste the Difference wines, including sparkling wine and champagne. Stock image.

The Sainsbury's wine deal to know before Christmas

Bedford Rugby Club has launched a £100k fundraiser to save its Scrum Bar

Bedford Rugby Club’s £100k SOS fundraiser to save historic Scrum Bar

Shoppers signing up for a Nectar card can get a 25% discount on over 500 products at Sainsbury’s

Get £100 of top Sainsbury's staples for £75 in inflation-busting deal

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range is currently 25% off for Nectar customers, with several freezer-friendly options that could help shoppers get ahead on Christmas food, including this Mini Pies & Vol Au Vent Sharing Selection.

The Sainsbury's deal that could make Christmas food cheaper

Sainsbury’s Nectar customers can save 25% on selected Taste the Difference wines when they buy any three or more bottles in the offer.

Sainsbury’s Nectar wine deal cuts expert-rated bottles by 25%

The special offer could save a lot of money on a food shop, but you must have a Nectar card

Sainsbury’s has announced huge cuts to 500 of its best products

This year's guide is out now

7 new Bedfordshire pubs included in this year's CAMRA Good Beer Guide

The Barry Callebaut team

Leading chocolate manufacturer moves to home of Magnum Ice Cream Company
Barry Callebaut, leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa solutions, has moved into Colworth Science Park – home to The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC)
Olga Norford

Both Le Raj & Minhaj, in Tavistock Street, and La Pinata, in St Cuthbert's Street, were given a one rating following hygiene inspections on July 28

Hygiene inspectors tell takeaway and restaurant "major improvement necessary"

The former Brewers Fayre in Kempston will reopen as The Fletton Brick on Tuesday, September 22, following an investment of £1.2 million by new owners JD Wetherspoon

New Wetherspoon pub in Kempston to open next week, creating 50 jobs

Waitrose in Goldington Road, Bedford (Google)

Bedford Waitrose recalls pitted black olives over food poisoning fears

Spices of Paradise

Harrold restaurant named as finalist in annual curry ‘Oscar’ awards

Gary and Simone Willis are the new publicans at The Albion in Ampthill, which will be opening under their management on September 11

Meet the couple with big shoes to fill as they take over Ampthill pub

Paddy & Scott's coffee bar at Wyboston Lakes

Wyboston Lakes bosses how their coffee sales support Kenyan schools and farmers

Aldi, in Church Lane, Bedford

Bedford's three Aldi stores to give staff Boxing Day off this Christmas

The Bedford Arms, Oakley

Pub in Oakley submits application to expand alcohol licence

Enjoy creamy, indulgent coffees with the Lavazza A Modo Mio Deséa machine without leaving the house.

Review: I tried this Lavazza coffee machine and loved the simplicity

Get crisp, stone-baked bases and deliciously melted toppings in minutes with the Firebloom EP01 Electric Pizza Oven.

I tried the indoor pizza oven that cooks pizza in just 90 seconds

Tesco in Cardington Road, Bedford (Google)

Bedford Tesco recalls contaminated salad over E.coli fears

The Ship in St Cuthbert's Street, Bedford

Bedford's Ship pub reopens following refurb

The event is being held at the White Horse in Newnham Road, Bedford

Join Bedford family’s annual Irish Music Night in aid of Willen Hospice

Indian restaurant turns things around after previous poor hygiene rating

Throughout August, any dropped ice creams at Wrest Park will be swiftly replaced (Picture: English Heritage)

Wrest Park promises to replace any dropped ice creams, no questions asked

Deshi Spice at the awards event

Deshi Spice picks up two more awards

Drinks company buys Crabbie’s alcoholic ginger beer brand
Brookfield Drinks Ltd has snapped up the Crabbie’s alcoholic ginger beer brand from Halewood Artisanal Spirits.
Clare Turner

The white Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie Evo coffee machine is reduced from £95 to £52 at Amazon

This compact Lavazza coffee machine is now £52

The former Brewers Fayre in Kempston will be renamed The Fletton Brick (Google Maps)

Wetherspoon reveals name of Kempston pub as it submits alcohol licence

Caffeine & Machine, in Ampthill Road, Houghton Conquest, has been put on the market for for £1.2m (Picture courtesy of Sidney Phillips)

Bedford pub for petrolheads on the market for £1.2m

Food hygiene inspectors tell takeaway "some improvement necessary"

Waitrose in Goldington Road, Bedford (Google)

Bedford Waitrose recalls food item after plastic and metal is found

Beth Snow says buying supermarket gift cards through cashback apps before paying for her shopping helps her save around £100 a year.

The easy trick which helps a shopper save £100 a year on groceries

9 Bedfordshire pubs are featured in The Telegraph's Best Pubs in the UK guide, 2026

The 9 Bedfordshire pubs featured in The Telegraph's Best Pubs in the UK guide

Sainsbury's three for £8 picky bits deal includes a wide selection of quick and easy family favourites. Stock image.

Sainsbury's £8 deal is helping families save on summer meals

Sainsbury's three for £8 picky bits promotion includes a wide range of quick and easy family favourites. Stock image.

Sainsbury's £8 deal could make summer holidays easier

Priory Marina Beefeater, Priory Marina, in Barkers Lane, Bedford (All pictures courtesy of Christie & Co)

For sale: Priory Marina Beefeater goes on the market for £275k

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