How to Choose Christmas Cheeses

No true Christmas feast would be complete without serving a wonderful cheeseboard to end the meal. Here Lovely Christmas gives you tips on how to choose Chri...

Get Ahead: What to Make in November Ready for Christmas

The secret to a successful Christmas is: Organisation, Organisation, Organisation. For the host, there’s no such thing as being too prepared; just think of...

How to Make a Christmas Cracker

Crackers are a Christmas tradition that young and old enjoy equally. No Yuletide table seems properly dressed without them and Christmas just wouldn’t be C...

Christmas Chutneys

There is something deeply satisfying about bottling your own preserves. Somehow it relates to that inner instinct to store food for the winter or capture the...

Hot Buttered Rum and Spiced Orange

When we think of warming Yuletide drinks we think of mulled wine and a steaming mug of hot chocolate – and to be sure, both are completely delicious – bu...

Great Cook's Gadgets for Christmas Gifts

We all know someone who loves to cook – so what better idea then to give them a handy gadget this Christmas. To fire your imagination, Lovely Christmas bri...

Make Your Own Christmas Hamper

If you’re stuck for a gift for a friend or loved one, what about a Christmas hamper? But rather than splashing out on a pricey item that has items nobody w...

Which Turkey to Order?

Choosing a turkey can be a confusing business, but with a little background know-how, you should be well on your way to selecting a fine specimen this Christ...

The History of Christmas Pudding

Whether you like it or not, Christmas would not be complete without ending your feast by serving the traditional Christmas Pud, crowned with holly and brough...

Timings for the Turkey

Getting the timings right for Christmas dinner can seem a nightmare, but if you follow our step-by-step guide, you shouldn’t go wrong. Plan ahead The secre...