Lovely Christmas: Christmas Traditions, Food, Entertainment and Crafts

You'll discover everything you need for a truly magical Christmas celebration, from expert advice on festive food and entertaining to creative crafts, party planning, and cherished traditions from around the world. Lovely Christmas is here to help.

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Turkey Vs Goose: A Quick Guide

Turkey is leaner and milder, goose is fattier and gamier, here's what matters when picking your Christmas bird.

Christmas Dinner: Ideas for Starters

Easy Christmas starters that won't tie you to the kitchen all morning, from classic prawn cocktail to other quick seafood ideas.

Going Away for Christmas

Help you plan a Christmas getaway that actually works for your family instead of stressing everyone out.

The Perfect Christmas Dinner

Christmas dinners look different around the world, but the real challenge is pulling off a stress-free feast for your whole family without losing your mind.

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How to Choose Christmas Cheeses

Pick the right mix of mild, creamy and strong cheeses for your Christmas board without overwhelming your guests.

Get Ahead: What to Make in November Ready for Christmas

Make your Christmas cake, pudding, and turkey order now in November so you're ready weeks before the big day.

How to Make a Christmas Cracker

Make your own Christmas crackers with personalised gifts and themed ideas instead of buying expensive shop-bought versions.

Christmas Chutneys

Make your own Christmas chutneys at home with simple recipes that beat any shop-bought version and work as thoughtful gifts.

Hot Buttered Rum and Spiced Orange

Make hot buttered rum and spiced coffee cocktails instead of the usual mulled wine this Christmas.

Great Cook's Gadgets for Christmas Gifts

Eight practical kitchen gadgets that make great Christmas gifts for the home cook.

Make Your Own Christmas Hamper

Put together a personalised Christmas hamper using a container that suits them and fill it with gifts they'll actually enjoy.

Which Turkey to Order?

Learn how to choose a turkey that's actually flavorful instead of dry and bland this Christmas.

The History of Christmas Pudding

How Christmas pudding evolved from a medieval meat dish into the sweet festive dessert we serve today.

Timings for the Turkey

Work out your turkey cooking times with our step-by-step guide and prep tips to get Christmas dinner right.

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