For some years now, there has been a perception that nutritious eating is tasteless, bland and sometimes off-putting. We all know that a salad is better for us than a hamburger, but we're going to a burger because it has more taste – or so the theory goes. But there is no reason for this to be the case. Any meal could make more exciting, with the introduction of a little spice.

People will also be quick to find out that while a grilled chicken breast may contain less calories from a fried chicken outlet than a family bowl, it does not taste as well. And while this is an question of opinion, the fact of the matter is that opinions matter.