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Save money by careful cooking.

This is the first blog from thebestofexeter's new resident wine expert, Nigel Cox. In the first part Nigel introduces himself and explains what you can expect from the blog.

More tips to help you spend less on food, but still enjoy your meals.

Cutting down your food bills can be easy by planning a few low cost meals and making the most of seasonal food and bargains

Sharing food is good for our well being as well as our taste buds and creates a relaxed, convivial atmosphere.

Baking your own bread is economical and healthy, but most of all it is fun and therapeutic and easier than you might think! If you have never tried it, do have a go - but beware - you to may become a bread-making evangelist!

Cooking meals from scratch is a great ways to save money in these cash strapped times.

In the last few months I have been pleasantly surprised at just how easy it is to make chutney, lemon curd, hummus - and mincemeat!