January is the perfect time to discover the latest foodie gems to make your everyday meals (and the odd treat) feel a little more special. This month, the Good Food team have rounded up eight standout buys that impressed us for flavour, value and versatility. From a seriously comforting Waitrose pud to a new breakfast treat and an alcohol-free beer for those sticking to their Dry Jan resolutions, there’s plenty to try out this month. Consider this your shortcut to smarter, tastier shopping right now.
Good Food recommends January
Hundred House Single Origin Hot Chocolate
For cosy nights in
This sustainably produced hot chocolate is made with rare variety single origin cacao from Ecuador. Mix with water and milk for a rich and fruity cup, then top with plenty of whipped cream. It gets bonus points for the fun tin, too.
Available from:
Hundred House Coffee (£10.50/250g)
Selfridges (£12.99/250g)
Waitrose No.1 Treacle Torte
For a comforting pud
Two classic desserts combine in this torte: rich, sticky treacle sits on top of a thick, buttery, cheesecake-style biscuit base. Add a generous pour of cold cream to serve…
Available from:
Waitrose (£7.50)
Mei Mei Crispy Chilli Oil
For a little extra spice
We love discovering a new chilli oil – this jar from Mei Mei is made with avocado oil, and loaded with crunchy shallots and garlic for heat and texture.
Available from:
Mei Mei Goods (£11/100g)
Golden Hooves Vintage Cheddar
For cheese lovers
The farmer-owned First Milk co-op’s regeneratively farmed cheddar was recently crowned UK Supreme Champion at the Global Cheese Awards for the second time. It’s rich, deeply savoury and spikily mature.
Available from:
The Cheese Market (£4/200g)
Collider Mushroom & Botanical Beer
For a functional tipple
Infused with mushrooms to relax the body, this is a flavourful, naturally brewed, alcohol-free beer.
Available from:
Drink Collider (from £27 (12 x 330ml cans))
Rodeo Disco Cucumber Pickles
For pickle fans
The vibrant mix of coriander, pink peppercorns, nigella, dill and mustard seeds flavour thinly sliced cucumbers for delicate, aromatic pickles.
Available from:
Goat Rodeo Goods (£10/500ml)
Pip & Nut Caramel Almond Protein Bars
For an energy boost
Crispy, crunchy, gooey – these have it all, and are a great entry into the world of protein bars if you’re on a January health kick. The top layer of almond butter caramel is our favourite part.
Available from:
Amazon (£24.95/15 bars)
Jason’s Sourdough Crumpets
For weekend breakfast
January is undoubtedly crumpet season – it’s the comfort food breakfast that cold mornings need. Made with just four ingredients, these are perfectly springy and light, ready to be loaded with butter, jam or your favourite toppings.
Available from:
Tesco (£1.80)
