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Scottish Sun
06-07-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Foodie reveals the easy way you can get free Wagamama sides – and why you should never throw away their takeaway boxes
Plus, all the places where your kid can eat for free this summer FOOD FOR THOUGHT Foodie reveals the easy way you can get free Wagamama sides – and why you should never throw away their takeaway boxes Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WITH the costs skyrocketing, going out for dinner has become more expensive than ever, especially if you have a family. But as cash-strapped Brits are struggling to make ends meet, one savvy foodie has revealed how you can enjoy two sides at Wagamama for free. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 One savvy foodie revealed how you can score two free sides at Wagamama Credit: tiktok/@catchagemm 2 There's a reason you shouldn't throw out your takeaway boxes, he revealed Credit: tiktok/@catchagemm The beloved restaurant chain has become a firm favourite for many looking for delicious meals that are also hearty - and turns out, you can now upgrade your dishes with extra free sides. The Japanese-inspired chain, known for its legendary Chicken Katsu curry and ramen dishes, offers a huge variety of sides customers can choose from, such as edamame beans for that protein kick and prawn crackers. According to one money-smart foodie, only known as @catchagemm on TikTok, there's a simple way to save almost £5 for the edamame beans alone during your next visit. And if you love ordering a cheeky takeaway from the popular chain, you might not want to chuck those boxes away. Spilling the beans on the platform, the TikToker first urged foodies to download the Wagamama app on their mobile devices. ''Once you download the app and sign up a new account, you'll get a free voucher for either edamame or prawn crackers,'' he said in the video. ''You can redeem these with your main.'' The cheapest mains, according to their new menu, start from just £10 - and by adding the free side, you'll make them more filling. The savvy foodie went on to reveal another easy hack to bag a free side. ''If you have one of these Wagamama takeaway boxes, all you need to do is just bring it in. I'd heard brilliant things about Too Good to Go so spent £4.40 on an Asda bag - it was an epic fail, I can't eat it all ''The staff will let you know that you can actually trade this for a side. ''Then they will give you one of these vouchers.'' With this voucher, he said, bargain-hunting foodies can claim the free side on the same day or during their next visit to the beloved chain. ''You can trade it in for a free side as long as you buy a main. ''Combine both offers - the one on the app and the one for the free side - and then all you need to do is just buy the main and then you'll get two free sides.'' Where can kids eat for free this summer? THE summer holidays are here, but entertaining the kids need not cost a fortune. Here, we reveal where you can get free and cheap meals for your little ones during the 'endless' summer holidays. ASDA CAFE: Nip into an Asda cafe to feed the kids after the weekly shop. Under-16s get a hot or cold meal for £1 at any time of day. Little ones are covered, too. Kids under 18 months get a free Ella's baby food pouch with any purchase. BEEFEATER: This family-friendly pub chain makes mornings a breeze. Two kids under 16 eat for free with the purchase of an adult breakfast for £10.99. It's available from 6.30am to 10.30am midweek and 7am to 11am at weekends. BELLA ITALIA: Book a table and order an adult meal at the Italian eatery for kids aged two to 11 to get three courses and a drink for £1. Offer valid between 4pm and 6pm on Sundays to Wednesdays. On Thursdays, kids eat free all day when an adult meal is ordered from the a la carte menu. DUNELM: Make homeware shopping a fun day out. Dunelm's Pausa Cafes are offering free kids' meals for every £4 spent on their food or drink. Available all day, every day. BILL'S: Dine in at a Bill's restaurant to get up to two free kids' meals (normally £6.95 each) with an adult meal. Valid weekdays only until August 30. IKEA: Make it a food day at the Swedish home store. On every day except Fridays, enjoy a pit stop at their famous cafe from 11am to get a kids' pasta or mac and cheese dish for 95p. Other mini meals are available for £1.50. PIZZA EXPRESS: Kids up to age ten can get a free three-course Piccolo meal including dough balls, pizza or pasta and dessert with every adult meal purchased. The offer runs every day until August 11. TESCO: Pop to the supermarket cafe from Monday to Friday until August 30 for free kids' meals when an adult buys any item in the cafe. You must have a Clubcard to redeem the offer. THE RANGE: Kids under 16 get one free meal per adult main purchased at The Range cafes. Options include sandwiches, a cooked breakfast and fish and chips. All kids' meals come with a piece of fruit and a drink. Site closure However, if you live in Manchester, you won't be able to enjoy this epic offer - as its Spinningfields location has shut its doors after two decades of serving up fan-favourite dishes, we reported in February. The chain first opened the Spinningfields site in August 2005, making it the second Wagamama restaurant in the city. The venue, located in Spinningfields Square opposite Rosa's Thai, is now listed as permanently closed on the chain's website. A message told customers: 'We're now closed at this location. but don't worry, you can still get your favourites at the nearby St Peter's Square or Printworks restaurants.' A spokesperson for Wagamama confirmed the decision, stating: 'Given there are already two other wagamama restaurants in Manchester, guests are being directed to the two other sites to either wagamama Printworks or wagamama St Peters Square.' The spokesperson also hinted at potential future expansions, adding: 'We are always looking for suitable sites in and around the area.' Despite the closure, Wagamama continues to operate across more than 170 locations across the country, including Greater Manchester locations in the Trafford Centre, Didsbury, and Salford's MediaCity.
The Sun
06-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Foodie reveals the easy way you can get free Wagamama sides – and why you should never throw away their takeaway boxes
WITH the costs skyrocketing, going out for dinner has become more expensive than ever, especially if you have a family. But as cash-strapped Brits are struggling to make ends meet, one savvy foodie has revealed how you can enjoy two sides at Wagamama for free. 2 The beloved restaurant chain has become a firm favourite for many looking for delicious meals that are also hearty - and turns out, you can now upgrade your dishes with extra free sides. The Japanese-inspired chain, known for its legendary Chicken Katsu curry and ramen dishes, offers a huge variety of sides customers can choose from, such as edamame beans for that protein kick and prawn crackers. According to one money-smart foodie, only known as @ catchagemm on TikTok, there's a simple way to save almost £5 for the edamame beans alone during your next visit. And if you love ordering a cheeky takeaway from the popular chain, you might not want to chuck those boxes away. Spilling the beans on the platform, the TikToker first urged foodies to download the Wagamama app on their mobile devices. ''Once you download the app and sign up a new account, you'll get a free voucher for either edamame or prawn crackers,'' he said in the video. ''You can redeem these with your main.'' The cheapest mains, according to their new menu, start from just £10 - and by adding the free side, you'll make them more filling. The savvy foodie went on to reveal another easy hack to bag a free side. ''If you have one of these Wagamama takeaway boxes, all you need to do is just bring it in. I'd heard brilliant things about Too Good to Go so spent £4.40 on an Asda bag - it was an epic fail, I can't eat it all ''The staff will let you know that you can actually trade this for a side. ''Then they will give you one of these vouchers.'' With this voucher, he said, bargain-hunting foodies can claim the free side on the same day or during their next visit to the beloved chain. ''You can trade it in for a free side as long as you buy a main. ''Combine both offers - the one on the app and the one for the free side - and then all you need to do is just buy the main and then you'll get two free sides.'' Where can kids eat for free this summer? THE summer holidays are here, but entertaining the kids need not cost a fortune. Here, we reveal where you can get free and cheap meals for your little ones during the 'endless' summer holidays. ASDA CAFE: Nip into an Asda cafe to feed the kids after the weekly shop. Under-16s get a hot or cold meal for £1 at any time of day. Little ones are covered, too. Kids under 18 months get a free Ella's baby food pouch with any purchase. BEEFEATER: This family-friendly pub chain makes mornings a breeze. Two kids under 16 eat for free with the purchase of an adult breakfast for £10.99. It's available from 6.30am to 10.30am midweek and 7am to 11am at weekends. BELLA ITALIA: Book a table and order an adult meal at the Italian eatery for kids aged two to 11 to get three courses and a drink for £1. Offer valid between 4pm and 6pm on Sundays to Wednesdays. On Thursdays, kids eat free all day when an adult meal is ordered from the a la carte menu. DUNELM: Make homeware shopping a fun day out. Dunelm's Pausa Cafes are offering free kids' meals for every £4 spent on their food or drink. Available all day, every day. BILL'S: Dine in at a Bill's restaurant to get up to two free kids' meals (normally £6.95 each) with an adult meal. Valid weekdays only until August 30. IKEA: Make it a food day at the Swedish home store. On every day except Fridays, enjoy a pit stop at their famous cafe from 11am to get a kids' pasta or mac and cheese dish for 95p. Other mini meals are available for £1.50. PIZZA EXPRESS: Kids up to age ten can get a free three-course Piccolo meal including dough balls, pizza or pasta and dessert with every adult meal purchased. The offer runs every day until August 11. TESCO: Pop to the supermarket cafe from Monday to Friday until August 30 for free kids' meals when an adult buys any item in the cafe. You must have a Clubcard to redeem the offer. THE RANGE: Kids under 16 get one free meal per adult main purchased at The Range cafes. Options include sandwiches, a cooked breakfast and fish and chips. All kids' meals come with a piece of fruit and a drink. Site closure However, if you live in Manchester, you won't be able to enjoy this epic offer - as its Spinningfields location has shut its doors after two decades of serving up fan-favourite dishes, we reported in February. The chain first opened the Spinningfields site in August 2005, making it the second Wagamama restaurant in the city. The venue, located in Spinningfields Square opposite Rosa's Thai, is now listed as permanently closed on the chain's website. A message told customers: 'We're now closed at this location. but don't worry, you can still get your favourites at the nearby St Peter's Square or Printworks restaurants.' A spokesperson for Wagamama confirmed the decision, stating: 'Given there are already two other wagamama restaurants in Manchester, guests are being directed to the two other sites to either wagamama Printworks or wagamama St Peters Square.' The spokesperson also hinted at potential future expansions, adding: 'We are always looking for suitable sites in and around the area.' Despite the closure, Wagamama continues to operate across more than 170 locations across the country, including Greater Manchester locations in the Trafford Centre, Didsbury, and Salford's MediaCity.
The Irish Sun
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Foodie reveals the easy way you can get free Wagamama sides – and why you should never throw away their takeaway boxes
WITH the costs skyrocketing, going out for dinner has become more expensive than ever, especially if you have a family. But as cash-strapped Brits are struggling to make ends meet, one Advertisement 2 One savvy foodie revealed how you can score two free sides at Wagamama Credit: tiktok/@catchagemm 2 There's a reason you shouldn't throw out your takeaway boxes, he revealed Credit: tiktok/@catchagemm The beloved restaurant chain has become a firm favourite for many looking for The Japanese-inspired chain, known for its legendary According to one money-smart foodie, only known as @ And if you love ordering a cheeky takeaway from the popular chain, you might not want to chuck those boxes away. Advertisement read more on food Spilling the beans on the platform, the TikToker first urged foodies to download the Wagamama app on their mobile devices. ''Once you download the app and sign up a new account, you'll get a free voucher for either edamame or prawn crackers,'' he said in ''You can redeem these with your main.'' The cheapest mains, according to their new menu, start from just £10 - and by adding the free side, you'll make them more filling. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous The savvy foodie went on to reveal another easy hack to bag a free side. ''If you have one of these Wagamama takeaway boxes, all you need to do is just bring it in. I'd heard brilliant things about Too Good to Go so spent £4.40 on an Asda bag - it was an epic fail, I can't eat it all ''The staff will let you know that you can actually trade this for a side. ''Then they will give you one of these vouchers.'' Advertisement With this voucher, he said, bargain-hunting foodies can claim the free side on the same day or during their next visit to the beloved chain. ''You can trade it in for a free side as long as you buy a main. ''Combine both offers - the one on the app and the one for the free side - and then all you need to do is just buy the main and then you'll get two free sides.'' Where can kids eat for free this summer? THE summer holidays are here, but entertaining the kids need not cost a fortune. Here, we reveal where you can get free and cheap meals for your little ones during the 'endless' summer holidays. ASDA CAFE: Nip into an Asda cafe to feed the kids after the weekly shop. Under-16s get a hot or cold meal for £1 at any time of day. Little ones are covered, too. Kids under 18 months get a free Ella's baby food pouch with any purchase. BEEFEATER: This family-friendly pub chain makes mornings a breeze. Two kids under 16 eat for free with the purchase of an adult breakfast for £10.99. It's available from 6.30am to 10.30am midweek and 7am to 11am at weekends. BELLA ITALIA: Book a table and order an adult meal at the Italian eatery for kids aged two to 11 to get three courses and a drink for £1. Offer valid between 4pm and 6pm on Sundays to Wednesdays. On Thursdays, kids eat free all day when an adult meal is ordered from the a la carte menu. DUNELM: Make homeware shopping a fun day out. Dunelm's Pausa Cafes are offering free kids' meals for every £4 spent on their food or drink. Available all day, every day. BILL'S: Dine in at a Bill's restaurant to get up to two free kids' meals (normally £6.95 each) with an adult meal. Valid weekdays only until August 30. IKEA: Make it a food day at the Swedish home store. On every day except Fridays, enjoy a pit stop at their famous cafe from 11am to get a kids' pasta or mac and cheese dish for 95p. Other mini meals are available for £1.50. PIZZA EXPRESS: Kids up to age ten can get a free three-course Piccolo meal including dough balls, pizza or pasta and dessert with every adult meal purchased. The offer runs every day until August 11. TESCO: Pop to the supermarket cafe from Monday to Friday until August 30 for free kids' meals when an adult buys any item in the cafe. You must have a Clubcard to redeem the offer. THE RANGE: Kids under 16 get one free meal per adult main purchased at The Range cafes. Options include sandwiches, a cooked breakfast and fish and chips. All kids' meals come with a piece of fruit and a drink. Site closure However, if you live in Manchester, you won't be able to enjoy this epic offer - as its Spinningfields location has shut its doors after two decades of serving up fan-favourite dishes, we reported in February. Advertisement The chain first opened the Spinningfields site in August 2005, making it the second Wagamama restaurant in the city. The venue, located in Spinningfields Square opposite Rosa's Thai, is now listed as permanently closed on the chain's website. A message told customers: 'We're now closed at this location. but don't worry, you can still get your favourites at the nearby St Peter's Square or Printworks restaurants.' A spokesperson for Wagamama confirmed the decision, stating: 'Given there are already two other wagamama restaurants in Manchester, guests are being directed to the two other sites to either wagamama Printworks or wagamama St Peters Square.' Advertisement The spokesperson also hinted at potential future expansions, adding: 'We are always looking for suitable sites in and around the area.' Despite the closure, Wagamama continues to operate across more than 170 locations across the country, including Greater Manchester locations in the Trafford Centre, Didsbury, and Salford's MediaCity.
What's On
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
4 of the best cooking classes in Dubai to try this summer
You've watched the tutorials. You've saved the recipes. But when was the last time you actually cooked something new – properly, from scratch, with someone who knows what they're doing? Dubai has a solid line-up of cooking classes this summer that go beyond just chopping onions. Think real skills, relaxed setups, and chefs who make it all feel doable. If you're even slightly tempted to swap takeout for technique, these are the ones worth showing up for. Eataly Image: Eataly website Eataly is not only about shopping for Italian ingredients; it's also about learning how to use them. At La Scuola, their in-house cooking school at Dubai Mall, guests of all ages are invited to roll up their sleeves and get hands-on with Italian cooking. Classes dive into traditional techniques, regional recipes, and the stories behind the food, led by chefs and local culinary pros who know their stuff. Expect a fun, interactive session that brings real Italian food culture to life – right in the heart of the store. Location: Eataly, The Dubai Mall Times: Ongoing schedule, view upcoming class times here Cost: Hands-on Italian cooking classes with chefs and food experts, open to all ages. Kids cooking classes priced at Dhs85; adult cooking classes priced at Dhs299 Contact: (0)50 401 7577. @eatalyarabia Wagamama Known for its contemproary take on Asian-inspired dishes, Wagamama is now taking you behind the scenes. Their weekly cooking class is a relaxed, hands-on session where you'll learn how to recreate one of their signature plates – think katsu curry, firecracker chicken, or yaki soba. You'll cook, plate, enjoy your dish with a drink, and leave with a branded apron for good measure. Location: Available at Multiple locations; Motor City, Mirdif, Palm Jumeirah, Abu Dhabi Mall, Reem Mall, and Khalifa City Times: Every Wednesday, 6pm to 7pm Cost: For Dhs120, learn to cook a signature Wagamama dish, enjoy your meal with a complimentary drink, and take home a Wagamama apron Contact: (04) 551 0192. @wagamamauae Culinary Boutique Images: Culinary Boutique website This stunning Jumeirah spot is equal parts café cool and culinary craft. Culinary Boutique's in-house school offers over 100 hands-on classes led by expert chefs, covering everything from pastry basics to elevated gourmet dishes. Whether you're in it for fun or brushing up for something more serious, the classes are tailored for all skill levels from ages 16 up. It's a stylish, cosy space to learn, cook, and maybe even level up your skills. Location: Culinary Boutique, Jumeirah 1 Times: Schedule varies, view upcoming class times here Cost: Cooking classes are priced at Dhs395, with 100+ chef-led classes across various cuisines and skill levels, ages 16 and up Contact: (0)4 345 0023. @culinaryboutique Mamalu Kitchen Built on the idea that cooking should be a shared skill at home, Mamalu Kitchen focuses on practical, family-first food. What started as a training space for house staff, has grown into a full schedule of adult classes open to all – including couples, parents, and beginners. From bread-making and bao to Spanish favourites like abrazo España, the sessions are hands-on, relaxed, and designed to make home cooking feel less like a chore and more like a lifestyle. Location: Mamalu Kitchen, Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah Times: Schedule varies , view upcoming class times here Offer: Adult cooking classes focused on family-style dishes, open to all skill levels. Kids cooking classes staring at Dhs200; adult cooking classes priced at Dhs250 Contact: (0)52 747 9512. @mamalukitchen
Edinburgh Reporter
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
New summer menus on offer at Fort Kinnaird
Fort Kinnaird's restaurants and cafés have launched a range of limited-edition menu items for shoppers to enjoy during the warmer days and lighter evenings. With new summer burger combinations and refreshing drinks, there is something to suit every taste. Liam Smith, centre director at Fort Kinnaird, said: 'The summer months are the perfect time to catch up with friends and family, and here at Fort Kinnaird we have plenty of great spots to eat and drink whatever the occasion – whether celebrating something special, enjoying the sunshine over lunch, or just grabbing a quick bite after hitting the shops.' Get stuck into new menu icons at Nando's The ever-popular Nando's has welcomed a range of fresh options just in time for summer, including The Big Cheese, a brand-new burger combining the ultimate summer flavours of grilled halloumi, red pepper and pineapple salsa, sliced avocado and Churrasco PERinaise. And there's a selection of new sides to try too, such as the Summer Grains which are drizzled with a creamy yoghurt dressing and Charred Corn topped with a garlicky sauce, fresh spring onions, and PERi-Salt. All this can be washed down with a refreshing Tropical Quencher and enjoyed alfresco at the restaurant's outdoor seating area. Create your own donburi bowl for the first time at Wagamama Filled with vibrant flavours, freshness, and feel-good food, Wagamama's summer menu includes the brand-new Donburi bowls which allow guests to customise their rice bowls and opt for lighter options like cauliflower rice which are perfect for the warmer weather. There's also a selection of cold and warm salads such as the Sweet Chilli Salad, a great choice for refuelling over lunchtime, and a range of new desserts and drinks like the Miso Caramel Banana Bread and spicy Saffron Picante. Quench your thirst at Starbucks The Starbucks summer menu is not to be missed, with a selection of brand-new options and returning favourites fit for the season. Highlights include the Iced Horchata Oat Milk Shaken Espresso, inspired by the traditional Latin American beverage, and the return of the Summer-Berry Refresher, a blend of raspberry, blueberry, and blackberry flavours shaken with ice. Meanwhile, the Strawberries & Cream Cake Pop, shaped like a strawberry and coated in pink chocolate, adds a sweet treat to the lineup. Visitors can make the most of the refreshing summer menu by catching up with friends over an iced beverage or taking a break from looking for the perfect holiday wardrobe and recharging with a coffee. For more information and to plan your trip to Fort Kinnaird, visit Like this: Like Related
