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Denise Van Outen reveals the truth behind who really makes the supermarkets' own-brands, digs into the alternatives, and names big brands that also make the budget own-label option.
Top billed cast
Denise Van OutenSelf - Presenter
Kate HardcastleSelf- Harry WallopSelf
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