A quiet bite in: Charlie Bigham launches £29.95 ready meals for home diners

Supermarket supplier says new pricier range is still cheaper than bill for a night out at a restaurant

British consumers are looking to treat themselves with an alternative to dining out despite a squeeze on household finances, according to the food entrepreneur Charlie Bigham who is launching luxurious ready meals costing up to 29.95.

The supermarket supplier is selling a new five-option range, which includes a venison bourguignon made with wild-caught venison from the Scottish Highlands, in an attempt to snare consumers saving on the cost of a night out.