
How to use a gravy separator for a perfect Christmas roast
Gravy is an essential part of any Christmas roast, but it can also be high in fat and calories. If you want to enjoy delicious gravy without the guilt, you might want to use a gravy …
Christmas Day is a special day because it’s a time when family and friends get together to celebrate, and food and drink play an important role in the festivities.
Christmas dinner is often the highlight of the day, with a traditional roast dinner being served in many homes. This will see most families dishing up turkey, while others will opt for beef or salmon – or vegetarian choices.
The variety of food choices on Christmas Day is huge and most homes will centre their celebrations around the opening of presents and preparing dinner.
Dinner is usually followed by Christmas pudding or mince pies, and then a selection of chocolates and sweets.
Of course, no Christmas Day would be complete without a few glasses of wine or beer! Though the cook will need to be careful that they don’t overdo things too early!
After dinner, many families will watch the King’s Speech, which is broadcast at 3pm. This is followed by a variety of Christmas programmes and films. Many people also attend church services on Christmas Day.
So, whatever you do on Christmas Day, make sure you enjoy it! Early planning can help alleviate much of the stress on the day – so if you’re looking to avoid last minute panic take a look at some of our guides. And if you need any help or inspiration, Christmas.co.uk is the perfect place to start.
Gravy is an essential part of any Christmas roast, but it can also be high in fat and calories. If you want to enjoy delicious gravy without the guilt, you might want to use a gravy …
If you are planning to host a festive feast for your family and friends this Christmas, you might want to consider investing in a plate warmer. A plate warmer is a device that heats plates …
Ham is a classic centrepiece for Christmas dinner in the UK and for good reason. It’s succulent, sweet and salty. However, if you want to make a Christmas ham, you’ll need to buy …
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If you are hosting family or visitors for Christmas dinner this year and want to be inspired by alternative side dishes, then this Christmas.co.uk article is for you. Everyone wants their …
If you’ve never tried a Yorkshire pudding, you’re missing out on one of the greatest side dishes known to man. As most people in the UK will know, these delicious little puffs …
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The festive season is here, and what better way to celebrate than with some delicious homemade Christmas treats you can make at home? And while some of our recipes on this page do contain …
The festive season means enjoying food and drink for most families and that includes providing tasty vegan side dishes that satisfy them – and impress non-vegans – on Christmas …