The proof is in the pudding
HELEN SKELTON AND SABRINA GRANT ARE ON A MISSION TO SHOW HOW YOU CAN HAVE A BEAUTIFUL BARGAIN CHRISTMAS
FROM an M&S mince pie shocker through to a wedge of cheese that kicks up a stink, there are some revelations here that might make you think twice when doing your Christmas shop.
In a year when everyone needs a festive pick-me-up, but when money is tighter than ever, this timely programme reveals the essential tips and tricks.
Presenters Helen Skelton and Sabrina Grant are on a mission to get a beautiful, bargain Christmas, speaking to supermarket insiders and retail experts.
It starts with a stern telling off from a turkey farmer, who thinks
55% of the nation are mad for wasting money on a turkey crown, when you could buy the whole bird for less.
Then the spotlight falls to mince pies, as a mince pie expert (yes, this is an actual job) reveals the difference between an “entry level” pie and a “premium” pie.
A family is given the terribly tough task of taste testing and ranking mince pies from all the main supermarkets and there is a tip on how to get hold of some lovely bubbles for a cut-down price, without forfeiting on taste.
There’s also a sweet insight into the supersizing of our favourite chocolates for Christmas. Basically, we’re putty in the retailers’ hands in the face of a giant Ferrero Rocher.
From prosecco to party food with bite, we’re told not to be blinded by a big brand.
In fact, news flash – some foods are all made in the same factory, just packaged into different boxes.
It’s beginning to look like a luxury, low-cost Christmas...