Christmas Food
Traditional Christmas recipes and festive food ideas for your celebrations. From mince pies and puddings to party canapés and practical tips for feeding guests.
Boxing Day Chill Out Food
Relaxed Boxing Day recipes like turkey and ham carbonara that let you enjoy leftover entertaining without the stress.
Christmas Chutneys
Make your own Christmas chutneys at home with simple recipes that beat any shop-bought version and work as thoughtful gifts.
Christmas Drinks: Egg Nog
Egg nog has murky origins debated by historians, but what's clear is it's a rich, creamy Christmas drink made with eggs, milk, alcohol and warm spices.
Christmas Party Hangover Cures
Quick hangover fixes that actually work when you can't spend Christmas on the sofa recovering.
Festive Breakfasts and Brunches
Make Christmas breakfast special with easy dishes like ham and sweetcorn scramble that satisfy everyone without the morning rush.
Food for Unexpected Guests at Christmas
Keep your freezer stocked with easy snacks and ready meals so you can confidently welcome Christmas guests without stress.
Food to Freeze in Advance for Christmas
Prep Christmas dinner weeks ahead by freezing pastries, sauces, and sides so you can skip the stress and actually enjoy Christmas morning.
Gingerbread Men and Homemade Fudge
How gingerbread men and homemade fudge became timeless Christmas treats, from their surprising origins to why they're still made today.
How to Choose Christmas Cheeses
Pick the right mix of mild, creamy and strong cheeses for your Christmas board without overwhelming your guests.
How to Make Christmas Mince Pies
Mince pies are a Christmas must-have in England, with centuries of tradition and superstitions wrapped into every bite.
How to Make Mulled Wine
Mulled wine is just red wine heated with spices, and you can customise it however you like with this simple recipe.
How to Make the Perfect Christmas Pudding
Give your Christmas pudding six to eight weeks to mature and you'll have a rich, moist dessert that's truly worth the wait.
Ideas for Using Leftover Christmas Turkey
Turn your leftover Christmas turkey into burgers, stock, and other easy dinners instead of eating sandwiches for a week.
Interesting Christmas Dinner Additions
Add savory anchovy and Parmesan twists to your Christmas spread for a simple appetizer that impresses without replacing tradition.
Making Christmas Cookies
Why Christmas cookies matter so much, from their sugar-scarce origins to why homemade still beats store-bought.
Tasty Canapes for Christmas Guests
Make homemade canapés for Christmas guests with simple cucumber slices and tartlets that taste better than shop-bought.
Tasty Christmas Eve Suppers
Make Christmas Eve supper stress-free with impressive dishes like Boeuf Bourguignon that cook themselves while you enjoy the holiday.
The History of the Yule Log
Burning a Yule log at Christmas has roots in ancient Norse winter festivals and still carries symbolic meaning in European traditions today.
Traditional Nativity Celebration
The biblical account of Jesus's birth in Bethlehem and how Christians celebrate the nativity story during the Christmas season.
Traditional Shortbread at Christmas
How the smell of homemade shortbread brings back Christmas memories and why this Scottish treat became a holiday tradition worldwide.
Vegetarian Christmas Meals
Make vegetarian Christmas dinner that'll satisfy vegetarians and meat-eaters alike with these tasty meat-free recipes.
Which Turkey to Order?
A practical guide to choosing the right turkey for your Christmas dinner, from history to modern options.