You’ll love this new Tony’s Chocolonely launch – plus 7 more best foodie buys for May
May brings with it longer evenings, early summer gatherings making the most of two long bank holiday weekends and plenty of excuses to enjoy something a little special. This month the Good Food team has been busy taste-testing another batch of the best new releases and gourmet discoveries that we think are worth buying.
From exciting new launches by Tony’s Chocolonely and Kettle Chips to a delicately floral gin perfect for warm-weather sipping, plus quick-fix dumplings and a scoop-worthy new ice cream in a trending flavour, these are the products we’ve been enjoying most. Whether you’re stocking up for a bank holiday get-together, looking for easy midweek wins or simply in the mood for a treat, consider this your guide to what’s worth buying this May.
Good Food recommends for May
Tony’s Chocolonely Filled Gooey Caramel Sea Salt
For a sweet treat
If like us you’re already a fan of the original chunky Tony’s Chocolonely chocolate bars, then you’ll also be a fan of its new filled bars. There are three flavours to choose from (including a plain ganache and hazelnut praline) but this new twist on the famous caramel sea salt is our favourite. There’s a gooey caramel centre, crunchy caramel pieces and a decent hit of salt to cut through all the decadent richness.
Available from:
Waitrose (£2.50)
Rio Mare Tuna Fillets
For the storecupboard
With dense pink fillets packed in olive oil, this MSC-certified Italian tuna has a pure, savoury flavour. Choose regular for a niçoise or spiked with lemon or chilli for an extra flavour kick.
Available from:
Ocado (£7.40, 3 x 65g cans)
Aqua Libra Blood Orange & Mango Sparkling Water
For an elevated soft drink
We’re always on the hunt for new soft drinks to try and these sugar-free sparkling waters are a great option when you don’t want something too sweet. The blood orange and mango flavour is our favourite: it’s refreshing, tart and tropical.
Available from:
Waitrose (£3.80, 4 x 330ml cans)
Kettle Tortillas Sea Salt & Black Pepper
Fans of Kettle Chips classic black pepper crisps can now get their fiery pepper fix in tortilla form, with this new tortilla chips range. There’s maximum crunch from the seedy tortilla, perfect for scooping up dips or adding extra flavour to nachos all summer long. Cheddar & red onion and sweet chilli variations are also available.
Available from:
Waitrose (£2.65)
Cultjar Giardiniera
For pickle addicts
This Italian relish of pickled vegetables in vinegar and oil packs a serious punch – it’s tangy and fiery from chillies. Add to sandwiches, salads or even pizza toppings for an instant lift.
Available from:
Cult Jar (£9.50, 375g)
Haagen-Dazs Tiramisu Ice Cream
For tiramisu fans
Tiramisu has been having a renaissance and this tastes impressively like the classic pud, with a mascarpone base swirled with coffee and sponge pieces.
Available from:
Morrisons (£5.95, 420ml)
Love Sum Hoisin Duck Dumplings
For easy dinners
Co-founded by MasterChef finalist Sandy Tang, Love Sum have a range of dumpling flavours and styles to choose from. The hoisin duck is our favourite – rich and savoury. Steam for a light meal or pan-fry until the sides are crispy and golden.
Available from:
Sainsbury’s (£4.95, 200g)
Trü Frü – Nature’s Strawberries, White & Dark Chocolate
For a sweet treat
We can’t stop snacking on these. Frozen strawberries are coated in layers of creamy white and dark chocolate for a moreish sweet treat.
Available from:
Tesco (£6.10, 200g)
English Heritage Blackberry & Rosehip Gin
For fruity gin cocktails
Inspired by the gardens of Audley End House in Essex, this aromatic gin makes the most of English garden botanicals: sloes, nettles and elderflower give the hedgerow essence alongside juicy blackberries.
Available from:
English Heritage (£40, 70cl)
