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Are you always searching for new culinary content? Whether you’re an adventurous chef looking to broaden your gastronomical horizons or simply in need of some money-saving recipes, food and drink magazines are great resources.
However, with so many foodie titles out there, it can be tricky to know which ones are best. With this in mind, we’ve teamed up with Readly to bring you 12 food and drink magazines to inject new flavours into your kitchen.
Readly is a digital newspaper and magazine subscription service. For a monthly payment, you can read over 7,500 titles, including Vogue, Men’s Health, and all the magazines listed below. Plus, right now, you can try your first two months of Readly for free.
1. Air Fryer Cookbook
Over a third of UK households now own an air fryer – and it’s easy to see why. Not only are they cheaper to run than typical ovens, but they’re also quicker and allow you to fry food with little to no oil. Overall, they can make mealtimes healthier and fuss-free, without sacrificing taste and texture.
However, whether you’re a new convert or you’ve owned one for years, you might be wondering how to unlock the full potential of this handy kitchen gizmo – and that’s where Air Fryer Cookbook magazine comes in.
Launched last year, Air Fryer Cookbook delivers 75 delicious recipes with every issue.
From breakfasts and delicious dinners to succulent snacks and delectable desserts, this magazine proves you can make anything in an air fryer. Along the way, you’ll also find a range of other helpful articles – such as cooking tips and advice on the best air fryer models.
2. Being Vegan
Whether it’s for ethical, health, or environmental reasons, more and more people are adopting vegan diets. But stepping into the world of plant-based eating can feel overwhelming. For example, you might find yourself asking questions like: ‘How do I make sure I get enough protein?’ or ‘What are the best meat substitutes?’
Described as “the ultimate guide for anyone who is embracing this way of life”, Being Vegan is packed with tips, tricks, and plenty of recipes – not just for plant-based newbies, but veteran vegans too.
So, if you’re interested in eating with the seasons, making your own vegan cheese, whipping up hassle-free mid-week meals, or anything else vegan-related, you’re sure to find inspiration here.
3. Decanter
If your interests lie out of the kitchen and towards the wine cellar, Decanter is a must-read.
Often described as ‘the wine bible’, Decanter features content for all wine lovers – from those scouring supermarket shelves for good value bottles to aficionados seeking the world’s best.
It’s not just recommendations you’ll find in Decanter. As well as the latest news from the wine world, you’ll encounter wine-centric travel guides, columns from top tasters, information on up-and-coming regions, and much more. So why not grab a glass and start reading?
4. delicious.
While some magazines are great for adventurous foodies wanting to explore specific interests (from barbecuing to menopause meals), some are tailored to those fascinated by food in all its forms.
In delicious., you’ll find everything from restaurant and kitchenware recommendations to cookbook reviews and food-related travel guides. There are even puzzles and competitions at the back. But the true stars of the show are the scrumptious recipes.
Illustrated with beautiful photography, delicious. recipes offer something for everyone.
In one of their newest issues, you’ll uncover picnic staples, seaweed dishes, spicy margarita ice lollies, and a summer-inspired trifle from celebrated chef Paul Ainsworth, just to name a few. All in all, delicious. is a satisfying solution for your culinary curiosity.
5. Easy Cook
No matter how much we love cooking, sometimes, we just want to create something quick, easy, and delicious – whether we’re tight on time or tired after a long day. So, when you’re craving convenience but don’t want to forgo flavour, why not look to Easy Cook magazine from BBC Good Food?
Each issue, which focuses on seasonal ingredients, contains over 100 recipes with minimal ingredients and short cooking times. Easy Cook also incorporates plenty of store cupboard staples, meaning you can whip up moreish meals at a moment’s notice.
Plus, because they often use cheap ingredients and don’t rely on expensive kitchen equipment, Easy Cook recipes can help you save money too. They’re perfect for those who love cooking – as well as those who don’t.
6. Kitchen Garden
If you’re into growing your own produce, you’ll probably want to check out Kitchen Garden. It’s jam-packed with advice to help you turn seeds into scrumptious meals.
Kitchen Garden’s experienced writers serve up in-depth guidance on how to plant, look after, and harvest your fruit, veggies, and herbs. Plus, you’ll find delicious recipes to make sure that all your hard work in the garden pays off at the dinner table.
Tailored to the seasons, Kitchen Garden’s content is always timely and caters to all green-fingered growers. So, whether you have a large garden or allotment, or you’re working with a smaller space, such as a balcony or patio, you’re sure to find plenty of helpful tips and tricks.
7. Good Food
Since it was established in 1989, Good Food has become a go-to for amateur chefs looking for culinary inspiration – so much so that it’s Britain’s best-selling food magazine.
Within each monthly issue is a treasure trove of delectable delights. For example, in one of their newest instalments, Good Food celebrates 2024’s summer of sport with tasty, energy-boosting dishes from Paralympians – such as wheelchair fencer Oliver Lam-Watson’s five-minute spaghetti aglio e olio with crispy bacon.
In the same issue, you’ll find stunning show-stoppers like sticky five-spice pork belly with ginger and plums; delectable drinks like a homemade peach iced tea; and many more.
Plus, nutrition experts dish out advice on how to eat more healthily and travel writers take readers on foodie trips around the world. What’s not to love?
8. National Geographic Traveller Food Magazine
For many of us, food is a big (if not essential) part of travel. Exploring different corners of the world wouldn’t be the same if we didn’t sample and savour local dishes. After all, through food, we can unlock deeper understandings of different cultures – and that’s why we enjoy National Geographic Traveller Food so much.
With each issue, this food-focused travel title takes readers on a gastronomic journey around the globe. In addition to introducing us to regional cuisine, National Geographic Traveller Food also gives us a glimpse into far-flung cultures, whether through oysters in Japanese izakayas or zesty lemon pasta on the Amalfi coast.
Other highlights include celebrity spotlights, where names ranging from Sean Paul to Hugh Dennis reveal some of their favourite dishes and food memories. Along the way, you’ll also discover plenty of recipes to satisfy your wanderlust from the comfort of your kitchen.
9. Olive
Like many other entries on this list, Olive is packed with tasty recipes, food-centric travel articles, wellness tips, restaurant recommendations, and plenty more fantastic content for foodies. However, its effortlessly stylish design is where it really shines.
Leafing through Olive’s chic pages, you might think you’ve picked up an art book by mistake. The captivating photography, which delightfully plays with textures and colours, would look at home in any gallery. And, of course, the mouthwatering presentation will make you want to head to the kitchen and try the recipes out for yourself.
Each issue also features a ‘hot list’, where Olive’s resident trends expert Gurdeep Loyal shares what’s turning heads in the food and drink world – from unique ingredients to off-the-beaten-track cocktail spots.
10. Sainsbury's Magazine
If your interests extend past the realm of food, it’s probably worth checking out Sainsbury’s Magazine. Essentially, it’s a lifestyle magazine with a food focus. Among its glossy pages, you’ll find articles on various subjects – from makeup recommendations to summer reading ideas – so there’s something for everyone.
However, recipes are Sainsbury’s Magazine’s main draw. As well as simple, tasty grub that you can put together in minutes, you’ll also find dazzling meals from top chefs – such as Raymond Blanc and Mary Berry.
In one of their latest, summer-inspired issues, highlights include a barbecuing master class, a gut health-boosting watermelon and green tea cooler, and a handful of unique ways to use the summeriest fruit of all: peaches. Plus, they aim to use ingredients available in their stores, so you know they won’t be difficult to find.
11. Craft Beer: 365 Best Beers in the World Magazine
If you prefer an ice-cold pint to a wine tipple, it’s worth checking out this yearly round-up of the best craft beers.
Over the past 10 years or so, craft beer culture has exploded in popularity. Although, between all the APAs and IPAs, hazy beers and sour beers, the choice on our shelves can be daunting. That’s why this annual guide is so handy! Craft Beer treats readers to a delightful brew for every day of the month, matching their choices to the seasons so each one hits the spot.
Alongside each suggestion, you’ll find well-written blurbs containing interesting stories and details about each beer – including what temperature they should be enjoyed at.
A true beer lover’s magazine, it’s packed with insights into brewing processes and beer history – perfect for sharing down the pub.
12. The Observer Food Monthly
For some, the ideal food magazine is packed to the brim with recipes like a well-stuffed turkey. But, if you’re like me, you might prefer some more long-form content, which you’ll find in The Observer Food Monthly.
In The Guardian’s monthly culinary offering, you’ll find everything from witty, food-centric interviews with celebrities to investigative features into unique aspects of the food industry – from lobster fishing in Cornwall to London fine dining. They’re all beautifully written, with each contributor evidently as passionate about prose as they are good food.
I particularly enjoy the philosophical musings on everything gastronomical. Jay Rayner’s recent argument for using measurements like ‘a handful’ and ‘a splash’ in recipes, instead of specific quantities, was particularly interesting. It gave me a new-found appreciation for the creative and intuitive sides of hustling over a hot pan.
Final thoughts…
As this list hopefully shows, exploring food and drink magazines is a great way to open up new culinary possibilities. Whether you’re into barbecuing or vegan cooking, craft beers or deluxe wines, these 12 titles are filled with engaging journalism, eye-popping photography, and inspiring recipes.
If you’d like to check out a couple (or all 12) of these food and drink magazines, why not sign up for Readly and get your first two months for free? You’ll also get access to over 7,500 more titles, so you can explore other interests too.
Have you read any of these magazines? Or would you like to suggest any other good ones? We’d love to hear from you in the comments below.