A Vibrant Christmas Feast

November 18, 2025

There’s nothing quite like a table filled with the sights, smells, and flavors of the holiday season. From the first bite to the last spoonful of dessert, a Christmas feast is about more than just food; it’s about creating moments that bring everyone together. This year, let your menu do the talking with dishes that sparkle with color, celebrate seasonal flavors, and make entertaining effortless.

Imagine crisp Crostini With Fresh Mozzarella, Prosciutto & Basil passing around the room as guests sip their favorite drinks, or a vibrant bowl of Holy Moly Guacamole, creamy with a touch of heat, inviting everyone to dig in and linger over laughter and conversation. Both are simple to prepare, yet offer a wow factor that feels celebratory without the stress.

As the mains arrive, the table becomes the heart of the celebration. A golden Christmas Glazed Ham exudes warmth and indulgence, while Roasted Crispy Pork with Traditional Apple Sauce tempts with perfectly crackling skin and succulent, juicy meat. These show-stopping dishes bring a comforting sense of tradition and festivity to every bite.

Sides turn every plate into a rainbow of flavors and textures. The Best Crunchy Golden Roast Potatoes offer irresistible crispiness, while Roasted Roma Tomatoes With Mozzarella, Crispy Prosciutto & Pesto deliver sweet, savory, and herbaceous notes. A fresh Broccoli, Cranberry & Bacon Salad adds vibrancy and a hint of tang, balancing the richness of the mains.

When it comes to dessert, the feast reaches its most decadent moment. Rich Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Raspberries is luxuriously smooth and crowned with jewel-like berries, the perfect sweet ending that feels indulgent yet light.

Together, these recipes transform your Christmas table into more than just a meal. They create a celebration of flavor, color, and joy. The kind of feast that brings smiles, sparks conversation, and leaves lasting memories long after the last bite.

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Crostini With Fresh Mozzarella, Prosciutto & Basil
These Crostini With Fresh Mozzarella, Prosciutto & Basil are the perfect easy starter! Crisp baguette slices topped with sweet caramelised onion relish, creamy mozzarella, delicate prosciutto and fresh basil. Simple to assemble, full of flavour and always a crowd favourite.
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Holy Moly Guacamole
This Holy Moly Guacamole is fresh, vibrant and full of flavour; chunky avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, spicy jalapeño and loads of coriander all brought together with a squeeze of lime. It’s the perfect dip to serve with chips, crostini or veggies, and always disappears fast.
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Christmas Glazed Ham
This Christmas Glazed Ham is the hero of any holiday table; sticky, golden and beautifully caramelised with a sweet citrus glaze. It’s surprisingly simple to prepare, feeds a crowd, and looks incredibly impressive straight out of the oven. A true centrepiece recipe that makes Christmas feel extra special.
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Roasted Crispy Pork with Traditional Apple Sauce
This Roasted Crispy Pork with Traditional Apple Sauce is the perfect centrepiece! Tender, juicy pork topped with golden, blistered crackling and served with a classic, homemade apple sauce. Simple, comforting and full of flavour, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any festive feast or special occasion.
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The Best Crunchy Golden Roast Potatoes
No Christmas feast is complete without crispy, golden roast potatoes! These little bites of heaven are crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and guaranteed to disappear fast from the table. With simple tricks like parboiling, smashing, and roasting in a hot metal tin, you can recreate my mum’s classic recipe and impress your guests with perfectly crunchy potatoes every time. They’re the ultimate festive side to serve alongside roast turkey, ham, or any Christmas main.
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Roasted Roma Tomatoes With Mozzarella, Crispy Prosciutto & Pesto
These Roasted Roma Tomatoes With Mozzarella, Crispy Prosciutto & Pesto are vibrant, flavour-packed and perfect for any festive table. Sweet roasted tomatoes, creamy buffalo mozzarella, crispy prosciutto and a spoonful of pesto come together to create a simple yet elegant side that feels beautifully seasonal, especially at Christmas.
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Broccoli, Cranberry & Bacon Salad
This Broccoli, Cranberry & Bacon Salad is crunchy, creamy and full of flavour. With crispy bacon, sweet cranberries, toasted seeds and soft goat’s cheese, it’s the perfect balance of savoury and fresh. An easy, vibrant side that everyone loves.
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Rich Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Raspberries
This Rich Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Raspberries is the perfect Christmas dessert! Decadent, silky and effortlessly elegant. The rich chocolate pairs beautifully with bright, fresh raspberries, giving it that festive pop of colour. Make it ahead for a stress-free, show-stopping finish to your holiday menu.
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