Daring to brave the supermarkets at this time of year requires a courageous and determined shopper. It helps to know what’s on offer before you go, so you can hone in on the necessities and bypass those tempting special offers, that always seem to make you spend more than you wanted to! Here, we look at the offerings from Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, unearthed® and Paxton & Whitfield.
Christmas in a jiffy -Tesco style
Okay the new Tesco TV ads may be toe-curlingly awful but the big beast retailer has still got most of what you want for Christmas and at affordable prices. Here’s a guide to what to grab.
No 1 Duke St Opens
Richmond has seen a wave of new openings over recent months but No 1 is tucked away between Richmond’s leafy Green and the bustling Kew Road , on a site formerly occupied by a funny old pub called The Lot.
Strut & Cluck pop up
Nick finds turkey isn’t such a dumb bird after all when he reviews a pop up of a soon to arrive permanent restaurant serving a middle East take on the big beast.
The gin gurus create the only six cocktail recipes you’ll need for Yuletide
Whether you’re making a festive punch for guests, a Christmas Day morning Mimosa for the family or a Boxing Day Bloody Mary for yourself, the Portobello Road’s gin gurus believe there’s an opportunity to drink everyone’s favourite juniper based spirit on any fine festive occasion.
One month left – Pizza Locadeli pop up restaurant
Pizza Locadeli, the pop up pizza restaurant set up by Michelin starred restaurateurs Plaxy & Giorgio Locatelli, is only open for another month, closing on December 23rd.
Bulgur stuffed aubergine with tomatoes, pepper & yoghurt dip
From 14th December to 11th January, recipe box delivery specialists Marley Spoon will be showcasing the culinary talents of refugees to raise money for charity. Find out how to make Aleppo native Hadi Nsreeny’s Bulgur stuffed aubergine with tomatoes, pepper & yoghurt dip here.
Celebrate Fishmas with the fishmongers from Loch Fyne
In need of some ethically sourced and super tasty seafood this festive season? Look no further than Loch Fyne and their in-house fishmongers.
Food and Sake
If you’ve only drunk sake with sushi and sashimi, you’re missing a trick. With a huge variety of sake styles and flavours available, sake can be paired up with many different kinds of food, both Japanese and international.
Collier’s Merthyr Pie
Merthyr of mercy it’s cold out there! Get warm with this braised beef, bread & collier’s cheddar cheese pudding, recipe courtesy of Collier’s and Michelin starred Chef Stephen Terry.