It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, as rationing brought both misery and creativity to wartime Britain's kitchens.

Successful divisions at the dining table do happen – just look at breaking bread and splitting dessert. But that rule fails once you get to the bill.

The age-old Italian expression isn't a relic of Mediterranean past, it's as relevant today as ever, writes Serena Mariani.

Isn't it time we replaced cheap marketing ploys with forward-thinking methods that aim to curb, not create, waste?