Bagels are a breakfast staple but I wanted to find the best and cheapest variety View 5 Images I tried bagels from Aldi, Asda and Lidl — best was cheaper than New York Bakery (Image: Nicola Roy)
Bagels are a real staple on many people's shopping lists — the perfect breakfast option for when you're tired of toast. From sesame seed to cinnamon and raisin, there are plenty of varieties available, all with their own unique taste.
They're just as delicious with smoked salmon and cream cheese as they are with plain butter. In my opinion, the perfect bagel is nice and chewy on the inside, with a satisfying crunch on the exterior after toasting. There's one brand name that probably comes to mind when you think about bagels: New York Bakery, with its recognisable packaging featuring