Mince pies are a Christmas staple - love them or loathe them, they're everywhere at this time of year.
Christmas is just around the corner and supermarkets are pulling out all the stops when it comes to festive products, with sweet treats and savoury snacks aplenty. Mince pies in particular are dominating the shelves, with many supermarkets hoping their fruit filled pastries will be the ones chosen and handed out at all the inevitable festive soirees.
The trusty mince pie is a beloved and traditional recipe, suggesting that no matter where you shop, they should all taste the same - but this is very rarely the case.
