Rip Off Britain: Food - Episode Guide

After one man reveals how eating one particular food resulted in him losing his job, Angela takes a drugs test to see what effect the same ingredient will have on her. Plus why decaffeinated products maycontain a little kick that you have paid extra to avoid, and one viewer is on a quest to discover to why so many products are shrinking in size.

One man finds out whether confusion at the supermarkets over how to bag raw meat may be putting people's health at risk, and the alarming results of a test into the cleanliness of restaurant highchairs are revealed. The team also has advice on whether to freeze or not to freeze and whether it's always a good idea when it comes to safety.

The team expose problems with the packaging around foods and investigate why so many people say one well-known product is just too difficult to open. They also look at the marketing tactics manufacturers and retailers use to entice people to buy - is one big name misleading customers by what it puts on the label?

And with some viewers worried about mixed messages over whether foods are safe to reheat, there is advice on what you can warm up with confidence.

The team reveal the unpleasant hygiene secrets of some supermarkets and stores. From dirty toilets to faulty fridges and even food being sold past its sell-by date, the team uncover evidence that not everywhere selling food is as clean as people would expect, and they accompany the inspectors trying to keep standards up to scratch. There is also a look at why dog owners are divided over whether to serve their pets raw meat.

The team investigate the new fad for protein-enhanced versions of familiar products to see if paying the extra has any benefit, and they take a closer look at the claims made for speciality teas - do the promises for how they can boost health really hold up? And as one couple dusts down the leftover booze in the back of their cupboard, they are on a mission to discover if it is safe to drink some of those long-forgotten tipples.

The team present a shocking expose into food fraud in curry houses. As officials reveal the extent of the problem nationwide, lab tests reveal surprising truths about meals that simply aren't as described. There is also a look at foods that appear to be a taste of affordable luxury but aren't actually all that they seem.

The team get to grips with some of the promotions, prices, and portions of the food we buy. From the supersized to the super small, they explore why some meals have fallen short of expectations - in particular revealing the surprising truth about how little filling is required inside pies. Plus a look at why big helpings prove you can have too much of a good thing - is the lack of smaller helpings good business sense, or are some establishments missing a trick?

The team explore viewers' concerns about supermarket deals and offers - do they always save as much money as it might appear? From the lunchtime meal deal to the best value if dining for one, they have tips for everyone wanting to avoid feeling short-changed. Plus a look at why, as many of the major supermarkets opt out of selling sweets at the till, some say the so called 'healthy alternatives' at the tills are no better and could even be worse for childrens' teeth.

The team unravel some of the costs involved in eating out and investigate whether the prices some restaurants charge for wine are fair. What is a reasonable profit to make on a bottle, and how can customers tell if what they're being charged is fair? Also, with continuing controversy over what happens to any tip you might leave waiting staff, there is a look at the surprising ways some establishments deal with the issue. Can a no-tipping policy ever work? And a former member of the royal household explains how to get the best value from a traditional afternoon tea.

This episode focuses on some serious concerns about going out for a meal. An alarming undercover report exposes the restaurants and takeaways breaking the law - and risking customers' health - by failing to give accurate information about the ingredients of their food.

Plus the team reveals how some restaurants are flouting the rules in another way too, turning away customers with assistance or guide dogs. One woman explains why she was not prepared to accept second-class treatment for her four-legged helper.

Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville investigate problems viewers have encountered at restaurants and ask why so many of the big-name chains are suddenly in crisis.

Also today, as a frustrated vegetarian reveals that a number of menu items listed as vegetarian are actually no such thing, the team explores how widespread such mislabelling really is, identifying the ingredients getting everyone confused and challenging a restaurant owner to put things right.

Plus the restaurant gift cards causing red faces all round when it was time to pay the bill.

Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville investigate situations where viewers feel they have been let down or misled with regard to some of the country's food and drink festivals. They hear why ticketholders to some festivals say they have been left with a bad taste in the mouth.

Plus the door-to-door pots and pans scam that left one keen cook hundreds of pounds out of pocket.

Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford, and Julia Somerville investigate more stories to do with food, discovering why it is feared up to 90 per cent of the fridges in our homes may not be working efficiently, or safely. They give advice on how to put things right.

Also today, after complaints teetotallers get a raw deal from pubs and bars, a test explores if drinkers can tell the difference between a beer with alcohol and one without.

Plus the new-style biscuits that could cost you more for less. How will they fare in a dunking test compared with more traditional treats?

As the food investigation series continues, Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville examine some of some of the latest fashions and fads to hit our plates and kitchens. They expose an unexpected downside to the nation's favourite fizz, as a dentist reveals the surprising effects
prosecco can have on teeth.

Also today, the team explores the rapid rise of the coffee machine increasingly finding a place in our homes. How does the taste compare with other, cheaper coffees?

Plus, after one viewer had an unexpected reaction to a sourdough loaf, baking experts explain why not all the trendy sourdough breads sold in supermarkets are necessarily the real deal.

Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville investigate look at problems faced by viewers when out shopping or at the supermarket. An exclusive undercover report reveals widespread mislabelling of fresh and frozen fish, and with customers of one big name up in arms over a change to their reward points, there is advice on how to make sure you are getting the most from supermarket loyalty schemes. There is also a look at how the latest self-checkout technology is set to transform supermarket shopping.

Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville investigate more stories to do with food. They look into whether products that claim to be sugar-free or have zero sugar are really as virtuous as people might think. There is an unorthodox test to see if the chocolate bars sold in pound stores are the bargain they appear to be, and the team explores why some viewers are paying twice as much for their butter as they did 18 months ago.

Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville reveal how some restaurants are flouting laws designed to keep people - and the environment - safe, including how some establishments are using fake hygiene ratings to trick customers through the door. And with many restaurants contributing to the problem of giant fatbergs clogging up the country's sewers, how everyone do their bit to stop this growing menace from occurring? Plus should a restaurant advertise itself as having disabled access if there is no accessible loo? A family reveals how, at a well-known chain, the lack of facilities meant they had no choice but to carry their disabled seven-year-old up the stairs to use the toilet.

Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville discover the truth about foods supposed to be healthy and the way that they are sold. With people being encouraged to ditch the plastic, the team explores why it can cost more to buy fruit and vegetables loose than if they are pre-packed. Plus is coconut water really as healthy as is usually claimed? Food blogger and campaigner Jack Monroe has tips on how to avoid waste, and there is news on the latest attempts to get food manufacturers and suppliers to help people eat less.

Angela Rippon, Gloria Hunniford and Julia Somerville look into convenience foods and deliveries. After the meteoric growth of online takeaway services, some of the most popular are put to the test. The team also explores the so-called 'dark kitchens' appearing in neighbourhoods across the country, after a group of neighbours says they are paying a high price for such innovations - and for other peoples' convenience. There is also a look at whether a time-saving new idea to put a freshly cooked dinner on the table every night is worth the cost, and the Women's Institute compare various ways of serving up mash potato.