Callum Black
Food and Drink Testing Manager
Callum is our Food and Drink Testing Manager and has been part of the world of professional catering for 10 years, from cheffing to food manufacturing. While working in manufacturing he specialised in bespoke product and menu development for several start-ups and well-known brands such as Wrap It Up! and HOP Vietnamese. He holds the WSET Level 2 in wine, a Level 3 in spirits and has a particular interest in agave spirits.
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Tried and tested by the Good Housekeeping Institute
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For a G&T that tastes as good as it looks
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14 best coffee pods for speedy, cost-saving espressos at home
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Ketchup at the ready!
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Tested by the Good Housekeeping Institute
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9 ASDA Easter eggs to add to basket on your next shop, ranked
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15 best red wines worth stocking up on for 2025
The Good Housekeeping Institute tried over 70 bottles to bring you the very best
Raise a glass this St. Patrick's Day: 12 of the best Irish whiskeys
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Frying pans at the ready...
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The GHI's ultimate guide to buying wedding wine
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