18 h. ago Don't moan about the leftovers! How a turkey curry could cure your festive hangover

That traditional Boxing Day turkey curry might do more than just use up the leftovers - it could also turn out to be something of a Christmas miracle.

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24 h. ago Households urged to swap Christmas turkey with cabbage soup to save the planet

Wildlife conservation charity WWF said if we really care about the damage we are doing to the globe, we would seriously consider binning our turkey dinner with all the trimmings

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29 h. ago Top chefs tips for making the best gravy this Christmas that’s full of flavour

Gravy can make or break a Christmas dinner. From infusions to finishing touches, here are expert tips to ensure yours is smooth, rich, and packed with flavour

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32 h. ago Avoidable mistake when cooking Christmas turkey leaves meat dry and chewy

A culinary expert has shared a crucial turkey cooking mistake that could ruin your festive feast, along with top tips to ensure a succulent turkey this Christmas

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33 h. ago People only just learn reason why Brits love to eat turkey at Christmas

A history fanatic named Scott has revealed the reason why Brits love to have turkey for their Christmas dinner, as the tradition goes back almost 500 years to a trader in Yorkshire

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46 h. ago Who was St Nicholas? The truth behind the Christmas' patron saint's origin story

The jolly figure in red we picture today is far from the real St Nicholas, a slim 4th century bishop from Turkey whose legend evolved through centuries of folklore into our modern Christmas icon

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52 h. ago I asked 12 chefs how to cook juicy turkey — they all said the same thing

Turkey is a popular choice for Christmas dinner, but it can be tricky to cook, with many people struggling to get it moist and tender. Multiple professional chefs recommend one key technique to ensure it's juicy

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52 h. ago I asked 12 chefs the key to succulent turkey — they all suggested 1 'failsafe' method

Turkey is a popular Christmas dinner option, but it can be a dry and flavourless meat if it's not cooked properly. I've asked chefs how to make sure it's succulent, juicy and full of flavour

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53 h. ago How to cook the perfect turkey this Christmas as England's best butcher shares top tips

Christmas is a time to celebrate with family, friends, gifts and indulging on the iconic dinner, now England's best butcher has shared his top tips on how to cook the perfect turkey

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3 d. ago From mince pies to monster cats: the unexpected Christmas traditions around the world

Christmas might mean turkey and sprouts in England, but around the world families are marking the festive season with fried chicken queues, candlelit graveyards and folklore beasts.

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3 d. ago This Morning star Phil Vickery’s tasty Christmas dinner hacks for perfect turkey

This Morning chef Phil Vickery cooks up his favourite Christmas dinner, sharing his favourite festive recipe with Mirror readers

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3 d. ago Top tips from celebrities, chefs and critics for food shopping in London

Whether you’re doing the final big shop for Christmas lunch or contemplating a meal that doesn’t consist of turkey, here’s where to shop in London

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4 d. ago I know which supermarket is selling the best Christmas party food including polar bear bao buns and turkey toasties

THE champagne is on ice, the sparkly outfit is zipped up - and all that’s left to do is lay out the perfect party feast. Supermarkets are offering their biggest and best ever range of canapes for December 2025. There are snowman and polar bear shaped bao buns, prawn lollipops, fish and chip bites complete...

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4 d. ago Which story popularised the eating of turkey at Christmas? The Saturday quiz

From the Yule Cat and Madame Berthe’s mouse lemur to Taylor Swift and John Everett Millais, test your knowledge with the Saturday quiz1 Where does the Yule Cat devour people who don’t have new clothes?2 Who successfully answered the radio advert: “Astronauts wanted, no experience required”?3 Which story popularised the eating of turkey at Christmas?4 Who signed his letters to Queen Elizabeth I as “007”?5 What is the most abundant metal in the Earth’s crust?6 Which Olympic athletics record is still standing from 1968?7 Madame Berthe’s mouse lemur is the smallest of which order of mammals?8 Where do the Rockettes dance each Christmas?What links: 9 Alps in Slovenia; dates after 45BC; month of Quintilis; 42% of English births?10 Taylor Swift; Friedrich Heyser; John Everett Millais?11 Killed Baldr in Norse myth; Harry Potter’s wand; annual commemoration of Parnell?12 MLA; MP; MS; MSP?13 Stan Laurel; Mick McCarthy; Paul Raymond; Martin Sixsmith; Tony Wilson?14 M (3); V (6); E (8); M (13);...

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4 d. ago How to avoid the common causes of food poisoning this Christmas

A look at the festive food habits that raise the risk of food poisoning

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5 d. ago I tested the Cosori Smart Meat Thermometer and it took the stress out of Christmas dinner (aff)

Worried about overcooking or undercooking your Christmas turkey? This smart thermometer promises perfect results with far less stress.

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5 d. ago Bloating and a slow gut made my life misery for 17 years, says HOLLY BROOKE. The surprising way I finally managed to beat it can save you agony at this time of year

I get it, everybody's excited about Christmas. Between the turkey, the chocolate and cheese and the constant flow of alcohol, it's a time for indulgence.

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5 d. ago A chef’s Christmas: Anna Haugh’s Irish family favourites – recipes

Red chicory leaves with blue cheese, honey and walnuts; a big jug of caramelised swede and honey soup; a turkey wellington with red wine gravy, cranberry relish and a hispi and sprout slaw; and a showstopping yule log to finishChristmas lunch in my family is about as traditional as it comes, and is pretty much the same every year no matter who’s house we’re at (including at least three monumental rows about things that happened years ago). Everyone chips in, too, even the kids – well, they’ve got to earn their dinner somehow. Rather than shooing them off to watch cartoons while the adults do all the work, we make sure they’re hands-on in the kitchen alongside us, especially with the annual yule log. Not only is this a valuable life lesson, it also helps develop and strengthen our family culture. The children get to share in that sense of pride at a job well done, too, and everyone feels a part of the occasion. And isn’t that what Christmas is all about? Continue reading...

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5 d. ago I’m a microbiologist. Avoid these Christmas cooking mistakes that cause food poisoning

A look at the festive food habits that raise the risk of food poisoning

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6 d. 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.

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