COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS
Ready to break with tradition? Shake things up this Christmas. Elevate your festive meal into an unforgettable flavour revolution.
Fish keftedes with herby rice and vermicelli
Georgina Hayden
Georgina Hayden
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Blueprint Greek White Wine, Greece, 2024: Waitrose, £9
Blueprint Greek White 2024 is from Peloponnese and its a dry, refreshing blend led by Moschofilero with Assyrtiko and Malagousia. Aromas of lemon blossom, green apple, peach and rose lead to crisp acidity and a clean, fruity finish. 12% ABV. “An absolute belter” according to The Telegraph.
Roast venison with barolo and chocolate sauce
Jamie Oliver
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Palazzo Maffei Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore, Italy, 2021: Co-op, £12.75
Palazzo Maffei Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2021 shows deep garnet hue, ripe plum-prune and spicy aromas, juicy berry fruit, velvety texture from double fermentation, and elegant, lingering finish. 13.5% ABV.
Steak and kidney pie with double peas
Matt Tebbutt
Saturday Kitchen beer recommendation
Taste The Difference English Special Ale: Sainsbury’s, £2.75
Sainsbury’s Taste The Difference English Special Ale (7% ABV, £2.75) is a rich ESB with toasted biscuit, toffee, treacle from crystal/chocolate malts, balanced hops, full body and smooth mouthfeel; pairs with pub grub.
Squash and fennel sausage orzo risotto
Matt Tebbutt
Saturday Kitchen beer recommendation
Timothy Taylor’s Landlord: Sainsbury’s, £2.40
Timothy Taylor’s Landlord is a classic Yorkshire pale ale with a complex citrus and hoppy aroma, smooth balance, and awards for quality. It has a clean, crisp finish and is widely loved across the UK.
SATURDAY KITCHEN RECIPES FAVOURITES
Chicken lasagne with garlic dough balls
Salmon tikka, lemon rice and kachumber salad
