66 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

8 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

12 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

13 h. ago Jamie Oliver’s Christmas recipes: Tasty twists on festive classics

Bored of the bog standard Christmas dinner? Jamie Oliver offers a fresh take on festive classics with inventive dishes like cauliflower cheese lasagne and coffee-spiked sticky toffee pudding

Society

14 h. ago Rick Stein’s expert tips for cooking the perfect Christmas dinner

One of Britain’s most-loved chefs shares his tips for everything from turkey to the sprouts

Politics

14 h. ago The Christmas dinner classics you can prepare well in advance

Yorkshire puddings, Brussels spouts and cranberry can all be made ahead of the big day

Politics

32 h. ago I tried Iceland's £25 Christmas dinner in a box and there's one thing I still miss

Iceland's Christmas dinner in a box for four is back for 2025 and it is the same price as last year - but there is one thing missing

Economics

35 h. ago Add an extra festive flourish to your Christmas dinner with this top

This highly-rated 12-piece tableware set features a festive Christmas Tree design and there's still time to get it delivered before the 25th

Politics

35 h. ago Influencer 'Big John' ditches Christmas Dinner staple for Spanish alternative

Instagram star Big John Fisher tests Spanish and British Christmas dishes, giving jamon the thumbs up whilst telling Brussels sprouts to 'do one'

Politics

35 h. ago There’s still time to snap up this ‘absolutely wonderful’ festive tableware set before Christmas

If you're looking to add extra festivities to your Christmas dinner this year, why not pick up a decorative tableware set that's perfect for the holiday period

Events

36 h. ago Georgina Hayden’s recipe for pear, sticky ginger and pecan pudding

This non-traditional Christmas Day dessert is a surefire winner if dried fruit-based puddings aren’t your thingWhile our Christmas Day dinner doesn’t deviate too much from tradition, I do experiment with the dessert. My family, bar one sweet-toothed aunt, avoids dried fruit-based offerings, so classic Christmas cakes and puddings are a hard no. Over the years, I have tried variations on yule logs, pavlovas and sherry trifles, but the biggest crowdpleaser is easily sticky toffee pudding (or something along those lines). This year, I’m making this warming, simple but decadent pear, sticky ginger and pecan pudding, which feels festive and fancy, and can happily make an appearance whenever. Continue reading...

Politics

36 h. ago Lidl's £6.50 'turkey wine' won't be available to buy in any stores

The supermarket is launching a limited-edition rosé that pairs perfectly with Christmas dinner

Economics

45 h. ago I tried pigs in blankets from Aldi, Lidl and 8 others — one of the cheapest won

Pigs in blankets are a Christmas dinner staple, but which supermarket makes the best? We tried 10 in a blind taste test

Politics

60 h. ago Charlotte Crosby reveals luxurious Christmas plans that’ll cost her thousands A NIGHT – despite £300k fashion firm debt

WHEN it comes to Christmas, Charlotte Crosby is pulling out all the stops for her family. The reality star, 35, has revealed that she will be treating her clan to another festive trip to the Maldives - and will eat Christmas dinner on the flight, before seeing Santa arrive by jet ski as part of...

Economics

67 h. ago Dunelm's 'excellent quality' Christmas dinner set is 'beautiful'

'This will be perfect for Christmas and the winter months'

Politics

3 d. ago Ding dong merrily let's fry. Scots chip shop selling battered Christmas dinner

Scotland is much maligned for its love of all things deep fried, from breakfasts to pizzas, and even the odd Mars Bar.

Politics

3 d. ago DVLA accused of 'total lack of respect' as free Christmas dinner for staff cancelled

The DVLA has told employees that vouchers previously issued for team Christmas lunches will no longer be available as it looks to 'ensure responsible use of taxpayers' money'

Politics

3 d. ago 'I tried Rick Stein's £100 luxury Christmas dinner box and one dish blew me away'

If the thought of dry turkey and endless potato peeling fills you with dread, Waitrose might just have the perfect alternative you are looking for. But does this chef-prepared seafood feast justify the luxury price tag?

Economics

3 d. ago Air fryer stuffed Yorkshire puddings 'perfect' for Christmas dinner are ready in just six minutes

The stuffed Yorkshire Pudding recipe filled with honey covered pigs and blankets and brie has been hailed a 'gamechanger' by social media users

Politics

3 d. ago 'I cooked 39p tinned roast potatoes in the air fryer and was shocked by the results'

For only 39p, these mini roast potatoes are sure to added to my Christmas dinner this year.

Society