Recipes

Cook them properly, and sprouts become sweet, nutty, caramelised little gems that hold their own against even the biggest festive showstoppers.

Whether you love them buttery and simple or dressed up with festive flavours, carrots are one of the easiest Christmas sides to prepare ahead, freeing you up for Bucks Fizz and present chaos

Most can be prepared ahead of time, so you can relax with your Bucks Fizz, enjoy the festive chatter, and let the flavours do the talking. From elegant bites to warming soups and colourful salads, these recipes are designed to kick off your Christmas feast in style.

Fusion isn’t just about throwing together random ingredients — it’s about balancing flavours, textures, and techniques from multiple cultures to create something cohesive yet unexpected

These winter pudding pies merge the nostalgia of classic British puds with indulgent seasonal twists — from spiced apple and buttery crumble to Black Forest berries and molten chocolate. They’re hearty, homely, and made for sharing around a table piled with blankets and candlelight.

Move over layer cakes — the latest bake to get the GBBO glow-up is the stand-alone trifle. No bowls, no hiding behind glass.

According to Brit Superstore, you can make perfect Yorkshire puddings at home with one unlikely supermarket essential — an empty Frey Bentos pie tin.

I finally got my hands on Mum’s recipe, and today I’m sharing it — just in time to fill your pockets before you head out to the fireworks. Hold on to your veneers — this is proper Bonfire Night toffee!

Hailing from Yorkshire myself, and coming from a family of wonderful bakers — namely my mum and grandma — Yorkshire Parkin is a treat that brings back some really lovely childhood memories.

I’ll draw the line at making my own mint sauce, but if you’re feeling ambitious, I’ve outlined how to mix up the vinegary condiment below. Pour yourself a cold beer or cider, get a great podcast going, and settle in.