40 m. ago Christmas dinner shock as turkey prices jump £15 and chocolates rocket 70%

FAMILIES hoping for a sweet Christmas are facing a bitter pill as the price of festive chocolates has skyrocketed by more than 70%. A shocking new report has revealed that while inflation is cooling elsewhere, the cost of festive treats and traditional turkey dinners is still gobbling up cash. Consumer champion Which? tracked the prices...

Economics

11 h. ago A top London chef's 7 secrets for cooking the perfect roast turkey this Christmas

The Christmas table is not complete without a golden, succulent roast turkey. Yet achieving that perfect bird - crispy skin, juicy meat and flavourful depth - can feel like an elusive holiday dream.

Society

12 h. ago How much hosting Christmas Day will add to your December energy bill

From extra heating to cooking the Christmas turkey, energy experts say hosting isn’t as costly as you think.

Science

12 h. ago The ultimate Christmas wine guide, by HELENA NICKLIN: What to pick for your turkey, pud and trimmings

If there's one thing guaranteed to lift the spirits at this time of year, it's the promise of a table laden with good food, great company and a glass of something delicious.

Politics

14 h. ago Seven chefs reveal if they use foil when cooking turkey at Christmas

Top chefs were asked whether tin foil should be used when cooking a turkey - and there was a common theme throughout the answers.

Politics

36 h. ago Should you cover Christmas turkey with foil? I asked chefs for the answer

There are important things to consider.

Politics

41 h. ago Move over ‘chicken wine’ Lidl launches ‘TURKEY wine’ and it’s the perfect pairing for Christmas Day

TANTALISE your tastebuds this Christmas with Lidl's new wine launch that's sure to ruffle some feathers. The budget-friendly supermarket has announced the launch of Turkey Wine - a limited-edition rosé designed to prove once and for all that pink deserves a seat at the Christmas table. With only 500 bottles available and priced at £6.49, this exclusive release...

Politics

58 h. ago How to cook the perfect roast potatoes this Christmas, according to science

To help you dazzle your guests this Christmas, scientists reveal how to cook the perfect roasties - and the common mistakes that many home chefs make.

Politics

4 d. ago Andy Murray reveals his surprising Christmas Day tradition – and it’s not turkey

SIR Andy Murray has revealed his very fishy Christmas Day tradition — he feasts on sushi instead of turkey. The tennis legend, 38, prefers his favourite recovery food from his playing days to the traditional roast bird with all the trimmings. The two-time Wimbledon champion said: “One of the traditions that I have for myself...

Politics

4 d. ago I ordered entire Christmas dinner on TikTok Shop – the turkey was delicious but it wasn’t as cheap as you’d expect

TUCKING into a succulent turkey it tasted as fresh as if I'd just picked it up from the local organic butcher. It had cooked beautifully, the flavour was delicious and the 1.5kg bird was plenty big enough to feed my family of five.  But I hadn't picked it up at the village butcher or even...

Politics

4 d. ago Avian flu and Christmas: The trouble with turkey and the best alternatives

When is free range not free range? Melanie McDonagh explains

Events

6 d. ago Glasgow Christmas shoppers to be given free rolls – here’s how to get your hands on one

FREE rolls are being dished out to Christmas shoppers in Glasgow later this week. McGhee’s Bakery has teamed up with foodie favourites Auld Hag to whip up the “ultimate” Christmas roll. The limited-edition Christmas Chipolata Roll includes a turkey square sausage, Ayrshire bacon and cranberry hot sauce, all stuffed in a crispy McGhee’s roll. Hundreds...

Politics

6 d. ago ‘Swap out the turkey’: 7 ways to save money on Christmas dinner, according to experts

From getting cashback on your shop to the cheapest time to buy vegetables, here are my top tips

Politics

6 d. ago Christmas dinner set to cost less this year in rare boost for shoppers

New research has revealed how much a standard Christmas dinner will cost British households

Economics

6 d. ago Make perfect roast potatoes that 'crisp beautifully' with cook's top tips

London-based registered nutritionist Erica Rodriguez has some top tips for achieving the 'perfect' roast potato this Christmas - and they could save you lots of time too

Politics

6 d. ago SHANE WATSON: Buying a real tree, wearing a green velvet wrap dress, poring over the Christmas Day TV listings... our style columnist reveals the 11 tell

Christmas never changes. There's always a flap about the turkey timing. There's always a present nobody wants. There's always a last-minute scramble because you forgot the crackers.

Culture

7 d. ago The true cost of your Christmas dinner revealed: Price of turkey and all the essential trimmings as food inflation soars

The average cost of Christmas dinner at a supermarket now stands at £32.46 with cranberry sauce and stuffing mix seeing the biggest increases over the past year.

Economics

7 d. ago Five chefs say 1 simple method makes roast potatoes crispier and fluffier

Professional chefs swear by the same roast potato cooking method to achieve perfect results with a crispy exterior and fluffy interior

Politics

8 d. ago Mary Berry's foolproof method for perfect turkey and stuffing on Christmas Day

Mary Berry foolproof method for perfect turkey

Politics

1 week ago Air fryer caramelised carrots are 'packed with natural sweetness' and cook in 20 minutes

Caramelised carrots are the perfect side to serve with a roast dinner, but cooking them in the oven can be time-consuming

Society