Festive celeriac koshari

This gorgeous veggie side dish with spiced celeriac has its roots in Egypt, where it’s sold as street food. Ideal for bringing to a festive gathering

Mini port-spiked Eccles cakes

Enjoy these boozy baked Eccles cakes with a chunk of mature crumbly cheese, such as Lancashire or cheddar, or serve them next to your cheeseboard

Christmas pudding cheesecake

Cross a Christmas pudding with a cheesecake and what do you get? A fantastic alternative festive dessert with a crunchy ginger base and creamy filling

Sherry, almond & orange pandoro

This buttery, Italian bread really is the star of Christmas desserts. Try this light, festive dessert with whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate

Lobster & celeriac remoulade

This festive make-ahead starter is perfect for a Christmas meal for two. Serve with crunchy toast and a scattering of dill for an impressive seafood dish

Sticky pear tarts with Roquefort cream

We've combined your cheese and dessert courses into one delicious, stunning tart – and believe us, the sweet peaches and punchy cheese works a treat

Eggnog trifle

A classic Christmas drink and a favourite English pudding combined, this is the ultimate party dessert to feed a crowd, serve chilled from the fridge

Panforte

Enjoy this honeyed Tuscan dessert with candied peel at the end of a meal with sweet wine or coffee, or wrap up and give as a homemade Christmas gift

Make-ahead Prosecco & wild mushroom gravy

Add some sparkle to this rich gravy in the form of a dash of Prosecco, to intensify the flavour. Get ahead of the game and make your gravy in advance

Beetroot & squash Wellingtons with kale pesto

Put some welly in your Christmas dinner. Make these vegan Wellingtons ahead of time for a less stressed Christmas dinner. Even the meat eaters will love them!

Mirror glaze mousse cake

Our show stopping lemon dessert with mirror glaze finish deserves to be the centrepiece of any dinner table

Elderberry & almond pie

This is the perfect autumnal pie for a family dessert. Serve with a dollop of fresh cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent slice of the season