Here’s our pick of things you need for Christmas Day. Read on to find out more.
Must have party food
Selection of items from Asda’s 3 for 2 deal on fresh party food: https://corporate.asda.com/newsroom/2024/12/12/party-time-at-asda-premium-grazing-platters-and-3-for-2-on-luxury-festive-fancies
Everyone’s favourite – Pigs in Blankets but with a cheesy twist!
Exceptional Pigs in Blankets Camembert Wreath (£6.50): https://groceries.asda.com/product/sausages/exceptional-by-asda-pigs-in-blankets-camembert-hot-honey-wreath-420-g/1000383237695
First-to-market dessert for Christmas 2024
First-to-market frozen Crème Brulee (£5.00): https://groceries.asda.com/product/cheesecakes-tarts/asda-extra-special-classic-creme-brulee-440-g/1000383249089
Impressive veggie centrepiece
Hasselback Halloumi Roast with Honey Glaze (£6)
Delicious blend of salty & sweet and a great vegetarian main centrepiece for Christmas. Traditional Cypriot halloumi, with Hasselback slits, ready to roast with honey.
For Something A Little Sweet
Panettones
Eataly’s own-brand panettone, alongside more than 60 alternative branded panettones, from limoncello to pear & dark chocolate, to candied hazelnut, as well as gluten free and vegan options.
Eataly London | Eat, Shop & Learn with High-Quality Ingredients
Chestnut Panettone from Seggiano
A naturally leavened chestnut variation of the celebratory Italian Christmas Panettone, baked in small batches by an artisan family bakery. Beautifully packaged in soft gold and red colours and bound in a ribbon, Seggiano artisan Chestnut Panettone makes for a special Christmas gift for family and friends.
RRP – £17.69 and available directly on their website for easy ordering: Chestnut Panettone | Italian Desert & Italian Cakes | Seggiano
Figs in Blankets
Introducing Figs in Blankets, a unique plant-based chocolatey twist on a festive classic. The bar is available to purchase exclusively from Amazon for £3.50, with at least 15% off the purchase price from all sales during December being donated to The King’s Trust. Shop the bar at www.amazon.co.uk/figsinblankets from the 4th of December.
For Drinks
Errazuriz Estate Pinot Noir
This Chilean Pinot Noir has rich flavours of red fruits such as raspberries and cherries with aromas of baked apples and blueberries. This is a beautifully soft, juicy red wine with a gentle finish from one of Chile’s oldest family producers. Perfect lighter red to pair with turkey.
ABV: 13.5%
£7.00 Asda
BACARDÍ Rum Reserva Ocho
Savour the legacy. BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho, an 8-year-old rum crafted from a cherished family recipe dating back to 1862. Known as “The Family Reserve,” its rich character is perfect for warming festive cocktails. From a sparkling Old Cuban to the After Ocho—our signature takes on the Espresso Martini—BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho is the essential spirit for cozy celebrations.
Bacardi 8 Year Old Reserva Ocho Rum
FESTA bottle shop by Bar Douro
Perfect for Christmas hosting – is the FESTA Festive Favourites case, which includes six handpicked Portuguese wines. Highlights from this include, fresh Quinta das Bageiras Colheita, a citrusy and a herbal white from Explicit Wines in Alentejo.
Graham Beck Blanc de Blancs 2019
Luminous greenish yellow colour with persistent, pin-prick small bubbles, forming a beautiful mousse on the surface of the wine. Abundant aromas of fresh citrus, green apples, pear and white flowers exude from the glass. The palate delights
with delicately balanced fresh citrus, spice, roasted almonds and brioche, while the yeasty complexity and layers of textures broadens the palate and leads to a long, succulent finish.
12.5% – South Africa
£23.00 per bottle (£17.25 Mix Six) – Majestic
Lady A wine
Soho House’s own wine brand, with the bottles designed by Damien Hirstwith. Features vibrant aromas of red cherry, pink grapefruit, ripe strawberry and a gentle floral hint.
Louis Jadot Bourgogne Chardonnay Couvent des Jacobins, 2022
Showcasing Burgundy’s finesse – this wine is all about ripe fruit, rounded texture, and a captivating balance. Again great with turkey or chicken!
13% – Burgundy, France
From £18.00 – Morrisons, Sainsburys, Noble Green Wines
Party Games
To Keep The Kids Entertained
The perfect way to keep the kids entertained this Christmas is the Barbie: Project Friendship. This is the ultimate Barbie™ gaming adventure as Barbie and Barbie work together to save a beloved Malibu landmark, the Malibu Waves Community Center! Join them and their friends on a fun adventure to transform six spaces into fabulous spots like the Pet Salon, Campsite, Tech Lab, and more. A lovely game that all the kids will enjoy.
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC
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