65 m. ago 'I tried every supermarket party food range to see which is best for Christmas'

For many, the Christmas picky bits are even better than the main Christmas dinner - but which supermarket Christmas party foods are the best? That's what one woman wanted to figure out in her test

Society

2 h. ago I’m a microbiologist. How to avoid the common causes of food poisoning this Christmas

Food poisoning affects millions of people in the UK every year, and the risk rises during the Christmas period. Large family meals, raw poultry, packed fridges and buffet food all increase the chances of contamination.

Politics

2 h. ago Strictly's Karen Carney reveals the item she 'stole' from BBC show

The Strictly Come Dancing finalist made the confession on Wednesday's It Takes Two

Politics

3 h. ago Most commonly forgotten Christmas dinner item revealed as shoppers told to 'check list twice'

Those who take on the task of making Christmas Day dinner often forget to purchase key items for the meal, only remembering on Christmas morning when its too late

Politics

3 h. ago Exact dates you can snap up Christmas vegetables from 5p at all major supermarkets

Major supermarkets Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Asda are slashing the prices of a variety of vegetables once more this year just in time for your Christmas dinner

Politics

4 h. ago Chef says you can make Christmas dinner alternative in 30 minutes

The recipe has all the ingredients and flavours of a traditional roast with less time and effort

Politics

6 h. ago People spend £10 more on dog's Christmas dinner than their own

More than a quarter of dogs are set to be served a full Christmas dinner including turkey leftovers

Economics

10 h. ago Aldi urges shoppers 'check twice' as most forgotten Christmas dinner items named

A quarter of those who cook Christmas dinner have forgotten a key item before, with many only realising on Christmas morning

Politics

10 h. ago Aldi urges UK shoppers to 'check twice' to prevent Christmas dinner disasters

Cranberry sauce has been named the most commonly forgotten Christmas dinner item in a new poll of 2,000 adults, with 23% admitting they've forgotten key ingredients before

Events

11 h. ago Voices: I’m dreading Christmas with my family – we’re so different

The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email dearvix@independent.co.uk for advice on love, work, family and relationships

Society

24 h. ago Simple hack to drain juices from roast turkey for perfect Christmas dinner gravy

A TikTok user has shared a simple but clever hack for draining off the juices from a roast chicken or turkey to make delicious gravy, and it's so easy anyone can do it

Politics

24 h. ago Pro chef amazed by Christmas turkey gravy hack you've probably not tried before

A woman has shared a simple hack for draining off the juices from a roast chicken or turkey, and it's sure to come in handy for anyone making a roast dinner on Christmas Day

Politics

25 h. ago Christmas Day review – Sam Grabiner serves up gripping dinner

Christmas Day review – Sam Grabiner serves up gripping dinner-table debate  The Guardian

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27 h. ago The UK's top chefs share 10 trips and tricks for the perfect Christmas lunch — including chuffing potatoes

From brining the bird to adding MSG to the gravy, 10 of Britain’s leading chefs share their wisdom with Josh Barrie

Politics

28 h. ago 8 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

30 h. ago Here's what you need to cook the perfect Christmas dinner without the stress

The Daily Star's Abigail Hunt absolutely hates cooking and everything that comes with it, but being armed with selection of Morphy Richards cookware made the experience of whipping up a Christmas dinner actually... enjoyable

Politics

30 h. ago The Christmas treats which have risen in price by as much as 70%

Researchers have identified which shops have increased prices the most since last Christmas

Politics

33 h. ago 'I tried Heston Blumenthal's £455 Christmas dinner and one word sums it up'

Restaurant reviewer Gary Hanna visited Heston Blumenthal's three Michelin-starred Fat Duck to try the advent calendar-themed Christmas menu and had one word to describe the experience

Economics

41 h. 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

48 h. ago Do Yorkshire puddings REALLY belong in a Christmas feast? New poll reveals what Brits actually think about the roast dinner staple 

M&S has sought to settle the age-old Christmas dinner debate once and for all by asking 2,000 customers if Yorkshire puds belong on the dining table on December 25 - or if they should be banished.

Politics