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Best Supermarket Christmas Food 2025: Tesco Tops List
Our ultimate guide reveals the best supermarket Christmas food for 2025, from starters to desserts. Find out which retailers offer top quality and value to impress your guests without breaking the bank.
M&S, Tesco & Aldi Christmas Party Food Taste Test Winner
A festive taste test of party food from M&S, Tesco and Aldi reveals which supermarket's nibbles are the ultimate showstopper for your Christmas spread. Find out the winners and must-buy treats.
Review: Pukka's Festive Pie is a Christmas Dinner Alternative
Tired of the traditional roast? We tried Pukka's Festive Pie, a complete Christmas dinner in pastry. Discover if this £2.25 supermarket find is the perfect holiday alternative.
Review: M&S's new rosé mulled wine is a festive surprise
Our reporter tries Marks & Spencer's new 2025 rosé mulled wine. Discover the surprising first taste and whether this 'high street first' is worth £6. Read the full verdict now.
Festive Food Trend: Cooking With Your Christmas Tree
Move over, prosecco crisps. The UK's latest festive food fad involves cooking with your Christmas tree. We tested recipes from cured fish to ice cream. Discover the edible conifer trend and its surprising history.
2025 Christmas Dinner Cost Guide: What's Up, What's Down
Your 2025 festive food shop analysed. Discover which Christmas dinner items have risen in price, which have fallen, and how savvy shoppers can cut costs. Plan your feast wisely.
Food Safety Chiefs Issue Urgent Christmas Leftovers Warning
The Food Standards Agency warns of 12 common festive food mistakes, from unsafe leftovers to turkey defrosting, that risk serious illness. Learn how to protect your family this Christmas.
Best Culture of 2025: Guardian Critics' Picks
Discover the Guardian's definitive guide to the best music, film and television of 2025, as chosen by top critics. Listen to the full Today in Focus podcast episode for all the highlights.
Best & Worst Supermarket Christmas Party Food Revealed
A food reviewer tested 30 festive party foods from UK supermarkets to find the best and worst for your Christmas. See which items scored a perfect 10 and which to avoid.
Expert's Guide to Avoiding Christmas Food Poisoning
Senior microbiologist Primrose Freestone reveals the common festive food safety mistakes that cause illness and how to avoid them this Christmas. Protect your family with these essential tips.
I tried the UK's weirdest Christmas menu item
A journalist taste-tests Yo! Sushi's insane Xmas Tempura Wrap, a deep-fried fusion of festive flavours. Discover if this £6.95 culinary gamble is worth trying this season.
A Festive Guide for Expectant Mothers This Christmas
Navigating Christmas while pregnant? Discover expert-approved swaps for champagne, oysters, and pâté to enjoy a delicious, safe festive feast. Your guide to merriment within NHS guidelines.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Top 10 cosiest UK Christmas pubs revealed
Discover the 10 cosiest pubs in the UK for a festive pint this Christmas, from a historic London tavern to charming country inns. Find your perfect spot to escape the cold.
Expert's Guide to Christmas Dinner Shopping Timings
An expert reveals the optimal timeline for buying your Christmas dinner ingredients, from what to buy now to what to purchase last minute. Plan ahead to save money and reduce festive stress.
Viral 3-Ingredient Strawberry Santas Recipe Takes Seconds
A TikTok sensation reveals how to make adorable Strawberry Santas with just three ingredients. This simple, no-bake treat is perfect for festive parties and kids. Learn the easy steps here!
Definitive Guide to the Best Christmas Wines 2025
Rosamund Hall's definitive guide to the best Christmas wines for 2025, featuring joyful, great-value bottles from £6 to £40 to elevate your festive celebrations.
Science Reveals Why Mini Christmas Food Tastes Better
Oxford scientists reveal the psychology and mechanics behind why festive 'picky bits' like mini quiches and sausage rolls taste superior. Discover the nostalgia and flavour secrets.
2025's Most Popular Christmas Gifts Revealed
Discover the 20 most-loved Christmas presents for 2025, based on reader purchases. From party-starting games to self-care essentials, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
Foodie's top pick at London's new Christmas market revealed
A TikTok food critic sampled 10 dishes at Tottenham Court Road's festive market. Discover her standout favourite and full reviews of the seasonal offerings.
UK Supermarkets Set Christmas Turkey Order Deadlines
Tesco, Aldi, Asda and others issue 'final warning' deadlines for festive food orders. Key dates are Dec 14-16. Act now to secure your Christmas dinner.
M&S 2025 Christmas food menu selling out fast
M&S's 2025 Christmas food-to-order menu is here, featuring festive Colin the Caterpillar & wagyu beef pie. Items are selling rapidly, with collection from 22-24 Dec. Order now.
Waitrose Christmas Food: Order by Dec 15 for Michelin-Star Dishes
Waitrose's 2025 Christmas menu, crafted with Michelin-star chefs like Rick Stein, is available for order. Secure your festive feast by December 15 for delivery in time for Christmas.
Best Supermarket Christmas Food 2025: M&S, Waitrose, Tesco
Discover the top Christmas food offerings from UK supermarkets for 2025. From Waitrose's turkey bauble to M&S's festive Colin, book your delivery slots now to avoid disappointment.
Top 14 UK Christmas Light Trails for 2025
Discover the UK's most spectacular festive light trails for 2025, from Kew Gardens to Edinburgh. Find dates, prices, and booking details for magical family outings.
Best Food Christmas Gift Hampers 2025
Financial expert Vicky Parry reveals the top foodie Christmas hampers for 2025. Discover gourmet gifts from Fortnum & Mason to DIY ideas that won't break the bank.
M&S shopper questions £76 Christmas turkey cost
An M&S customer reveals they spent £76 on a pre-ordered Christmas turkey, sparking a debate on festive food costs. Discover if this is the new normal for UK Christmas dinners.
Brits Try Northern Ireland's Christmas Chip for First Time
Brits are trying Northern Ireland's famous Christmas chip for the first time, with many calling the festive dish 'revolutionary'. Discover the recipe and the debate it sparked.
Brits Prefer 'Picky Bits' to Christmas Dinner
New research reveals a festive shift as 40% of Brits choose buffet-style 'picky bits' over the traditional Christmas meal. Discover the nation's top party foods and the worst buffet crimes.
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