The recommended portion size for cheese has caused a huge amount of upset this week, because what TF is this?!
Bupa, a private healthcare company, shared a series of photos showing what the correct amount of cheese you should be eating is.
And contrary to what actually goes on in my kitchen, the recommended amount is a measly 30g.
Bupa says you should be eating only enough grated cheese that would fit in a matchbox. A matchbox!!
The healthcare provider also shared what looks like a ‘normal’ portion size, which is about enough to cover a jacket potato, and apparently way too much cheese.
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As a nation of cheese-lovers, the internet has responded swiftly and unhappily to the suggestion that they should cut their portions down so much.
Birria Bros tacosBunsik in ManchesterBupa has shared the recommended portion size for cheese (spoiler: it is not this)
One person wrote on X: “I don’t need this level of negativity in my life, Bupa.”
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Another commented: “The 2nd photo is the amount of cheese you eat whilst grating yourself the first portion size.”
Someone else wrote: “Image 1) Human serving of cheese. Image 2) Cheese tax to pay the cat or dog.”
Another comment reads: “Dear Bupa. Please don’t take this the wrong way, but – f-absolutely-off…”
And one person said: “My god, let’s us f**king LIVE.”
Bupa has shared a list of the recommended portion sizes for a range of food groups too, including pasta (two to three tablespoons), bread (one slice) and meat (the size of a deck of cards).
Lead Dietitian, Niamh Hennessy said: “A healthy, balanced diet means having the right types of food and drink. Eating too much or too little of any of the major food groups can be bad for your health. So, you need to make sure you’re getting the right amounts.”
Bupa wrote: “Can’t imagine a world without cheese? You’d be surprised to find out the recommended portion sizes! Brace yourself and swipe right. Portion sizes may vary depending on individual circumstances.”
Respectfully, Bupa – I will not be listening to you on this one.
11 Greater Manchester spots have been named among the UK’s Top 100 Curry Restaurants
Danny Jones
In another feather for Greater Manchester’s culinary cap, a total of 11 different Greater Manchester businesses have been named in this year’s list of the Top 100 Curry Restaurants in the UK.
Everyone knows how good the Asian food scene is here, so this comes as little surprise, really.
Nevertheless, we will absolutely be toasting these wins on behalf of all those by booking into at least one of the excellent foodie venues before the month is out – if they have any reservations left, that is.
Some of these names may not shock you, but we’re glad to see some really good up-and-coming independents or long-overlooked veterans finally getting their recognition. Here’s who made the cut across our ten boroughs, in no particular order (at least not ours, anyway).
The best places for a curry in Britain – Greater Manchester
1. Tyga – Manchester city centre
Formerly the site of Asha’s, which was already a much-loved Manc spot, the new chapter for the modern Indian restaurant on Peter St is a nice balance of authentic Rajasthani cuisine and more contemporary, elevated takes on Indo-Chinese dishes.
Another central spot located near the lively university area in and around Oxford Road Corridor, Peace Garden opened up back in 2022 and has gone on to become a hit with much more than just the students living nearby. Give it a try sometime soon.
The very grand spin-off of the original location in Levenshulme – now renamed as MyNawaab – the Royal Nawaab that has now been open for over a year inside the old Co-op pyramid next to the M60. They have also received a notable review from a highly renowned food journalist…
The third and final spot shouted out from within the city might make you double-take, aside from the seafood also do an incredible Japanese curry beef dish. Find out more about what they offer HERE.
Heading out into the borough of Bolton now, and arguably historic Lancashire depending on who you ask, Ayaan’s on Old Road has thousands of fantastic reviews ranging from four to five stars, and remains a renowned regional curry house. Here they are winning the best of the bunch last year:
A beautiful banquet hall and restaurant just on the outskirts of Cheetham and the Green Quarter, Al Maidah is a regular spot for big weddings or pretty much any special occasion, and it goes without saying that they do some incredible curries. They’ve come a long way over the past decade.
Finally heading over towards the direction of Curry Mile, we were expecting more places from the famous district to be named, to be honest, but we’ll definitely take Bardez, which also has a Didsbury restaurant. They do all-you-can-eat buffets, but from memory, chicken chettinad is the one…
Jadugar over in Alty hasn’t even been open for a year yet, but it’s already become the place to go out for a curry in the Trafford market town, with footballers and various other famous faces now making it one of their regular haunts. You can check out their menu online.
9. Purple Olive Ashton – Ashton-under-Lyne
Tameside natives will know this one well, but for those who may not be aware, the Purple Olive branch in Ashton is much more than part of a larger charger chain: this is the best of the bunch, quite literally – that’s why it made its way onto the list. So if you’re over Ashton way any time soon, why not pop in?
10. Spice Mafia – Urmston
Winging our way back to Trafford once again, this next bunch are no strangers to winning awards or picking up this accolade in particular, as cult favourite Spice Mafia has also been named once again. In fact, they earn their place on the list pretty much every year at this point:
Last but not least, ‘The Plaza‘; we confess we’ve only been there for one very messy night, but before it all went a bit fuzzy, we do remember we had some incredible scran, and you can see why so many people swear by it as increasingly not-so-quietly one of the best curry houses in Greater Manchester.
Before we wrap this up to takeaway, special shout-outs go to Ruchi Restaurant in the neighbouring Derbyshire town of Glossop, as well as another relatively nearby village venue, Sigiriya Grill in Knutsford.
Once again, these places have been hailed as not just some of the best curry houses in the region or even the North West, but in the ENTIRE country, according to the Asian Catering Federation (ACF) – a big honour, indeed.
Spotlighting venues that not only deliver top-notch food and drink with great service, but also serve as important community hubs, support the wider hospitality industry and maintain high standards, it’s no mean feat making your way into this round-up.
“We have made the difficult decision to move on from our All The Shapes. Some of you will already know about this, but we wanted to get it out there officially so that we can start to say our farewells good and proper over the next few weeks.
“It’s been 11 beautiful years at ATS but, for some personal reasons, we need to step away from hospitality and reset our lives. It is the right time for us.
“However, listen up! We are selling the place! Would anyone like to take it up? How about a group/couple of you? You’ll get a turnkey business with everything in place to get up and running. It’s a beautiful building, long term lease (all negotiable) with fair and committed landlords and, as you know, a prime Prestwich spot.
“Quite frankly we need to move with ease and speed so we are open to offers and conversations. Please get in contact via the DMs and we will be here to answer anything you need.
Daisy Jackson -
5th April 2024 
