TOP of the SHOPS

Mernie Gilmore finds out what’s hot to shop this week

DRINK

The Wimbledon tennis tournament starts next week, so get into the spirit of things with this limitededition Sipsmith Strawberry Smash Gin, £28.50, which is made from the same strawberries that are served up at the championship. Perfect for summer cocktails, you can find it in Tesco.

EAT

Kingsmill has just launched a pancake that contains 30 per cent less sugar than the original recipe. Reduced Sugar Pancakes, 90p, are delicious served with fruit and yogurt for a tasty weekend breakfast, or make an easy afternoon snack. Each pancake contains 3.4g sugar and they are available in Asda.

BEAUTY

With summer holidays just around the corner, it’s time to stock up on suncream. And you’ll be hard pressed to find better value than at Aldi. There are 23 different products available in the Lacura Sun collection, from SPF15 to 50. There’s a specific range for children too. Prices start at just £1.29 for these handbag-sized minis.

CHARITY

Burts has teamed up with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution to launch a new flavour of crisps, raising money for the vital service at the same time. Burts Prawn Cocktail, £15.49 for a box of 20 bags, are perfect for picnics and for every bag sold, 5p goes to our lifeboats. Visit burtscrisps.com to buy.

HOME

High street favourite M&Co has some gorgeous new summer homeware in store. Picking up on the statement florals trend, look out for pretty bed linen, from £9.99, and a range of cheerful cushions. We love this whimsical floral bunny cushion, £18.