It’s been years since the UK economy was last in a recession, but throughout such financial uncertainty, many shifted their spending habits to be more careful with their cash. While the downturn has long been over, recent research shows that shoppers are spending like it never ended.

A meal out with the kids can be fun for the whole family. But with unhealthy options like chicken nuggets continuing to appear on most children’s menus, Bookatable has partnered with London restaurant Tredwell’s to create a kids' tasting menu that'll expand palates with grown up flavours.

Almost three quarters of children in the UK hate eating vegetables – no surprise to parents who find getting kids to eat broccoli a daily battle. Tesco is hoping to make it a little easier with the launch of 'Summer Sweet' – a cabbage specially developed for kids' taste buds.

For mums and dads, getting dinner on the table after an eight-hour day at the office is a complicated task. It’s even more difficult to ensure that they’re giving their children healthy and nutritious food that they will actually enjoy. So how are busy parents feeding their kids?