Tag: Christmas

A Christmas bird: capon

You might be debating turkey or goose, but our Head Chef Stewart Turner has another option to add into the mix: capon. Here’s his recipe for a festive bird to rule the roost As we get into the business end of the year, I’m always asked to provide recipes for Christmas -whether it be general […]

The comfort of Claret

There are few things more reassuring – or quintessentially British – than Claret. Philip Moulin – a man more devoted to Bordeaux than most – argues that the region’s wines are peerless companions for a Christmas feast Over the years, I’ve had many people tell me (sometimes even those whom I trust) that red Bordeaux, […]

Catering for a crowd: why bigger is always better

Whether it’s a family get-together, a catch-up with long lost friends or you’re hosting the entire village, Joe Fattorini argues there is one simple solution to catering for large numbers

Feliz Navidad: Rioja’s Christmas credentials

As 25th December approaches and planning begins for feasting galore, our Buyer Catriona Felstead MW argues that one region might just have the answer to any and all of the season’s food-pairing conundrums