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Spending Christmas alone? 11 tips if you can’t be with family this year
This year, many of us aren't able to spend Christmas with family. For some, it may be the first year you are doing Christmas alone.
9 best Christmas stuffing recipes
The Christmas table deserves sides that are as impressive as the centrepiece. Discover our very best Christmas stuffing recipes!
10 best Christmas cake recipes
These 10 Christmas cakes are bound to bring some joy to 2020. Whether your eyes light up at the thought of rich fruit cake, or it's something less conventional you are after.
Christmas cook’s guide: turkey
How do I know if my turkey is ready? What size turkey should I buy? We've got the answers to all your turkey dilemmas this Christmas...
11 best mince pie recipes
From how to make them, when to eat them and what to serve with them, discover our very best mince pie recipes to enjoy this Christmas
When can you freeze what? Our Christmas freezing tips
So many sauces, veg, pies and cakes can all be made in advance and frozen to make sure you're not rushing around like a headless turkey on Christmas day.
How to make a proper trifle
Add this trifle to your Christmas repertoire and you'll have guests coming back for more. Follow our step-by-step guide to find out how to make it.
10 ways to decorate your Christmas cake
Get creative and turn a classic fruit cake into a showstopping centrepiece by decorating your cake with these edible Christmas cake decorations.
How to flame a Christmas pudding
Lighting a Christmas pudding brings a touch of delight and drama to your table - here's a super-simple three step guide.
10 ways to give back at Christmas
Discover the inspiring initiatives using food to create change – and how you can give back at Christmas time. From charities to donations...
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