From weekly shops to smart shortcuts, food writer Laura Goodman explores how rising costs and busy lives are reshaping our family meals

Recreate your favourite takeaway at home

Easy recipes to make ahead and freeze for hearty dinners in a flash

Need midweek meal inspiration? These recipes have a little something for everyone, and are ready in 60 minutes or less

Hosting a family do? Impress guests with twists on the classics, plus a pretty-in-pink pudding

■ Serves 2 ■ Prep 15 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 2 skin-on salmon fillets (about125g each)1 small red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped1 tbsp mirin1 tbsp soy sauce½ thumb-sized piece of ginger, peeled and g