COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS
Ready to break with tradition? Shake things up this Christmas. Elevate your festive meal into an unforgettable flavour revolution.
Sat 20 Dec 2025
Lobster spaghettini
Theo Randall
Award-winning Italian cuisine chef, restaurateur, and TV personality known for authentic, seasonal cooking.
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Fior d’Arancio Colli Euganei, Italy. 2024: Waitrose, £10
A fragrant, dry white from Italy’s Colli Euganei made with Moscato Giallo (yellow Muscat). Expect bright orange blossom, peach and citrus notes with a tangy, satsuma-like finish – light, fresh and food‑friendly. Read more…
Sticky toffee pudding and custard
Ravneet Gill
Pastry chef creating inventive desserts with bold flavors and creative twists.
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Irresistible Pedro Ximenez Sherry , Spain, N/V: Co-op, £7
A deeply sweet, syrupy Pedro Ximénez from Jerez, Spain. Think intense raisins, figs and dark chocolate with a touch of orange peel, rich and luscious – perfect over vanilla ice cream or with a sticky pudding. Read more…
♦ Maple pecan freezer door old fashioned
♦ Christmas lunch punch
♦ Breakfast martini
♦ Iced peppermint Christmas latte
Carmen O’Neal
Founder of 58 and CO Distillery known for her award-winning spirits, sustainable practices.
Chicken and chorizo pie with Christmas veg
Matt Tebbutt
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Maruxa Mencia, Spain, 2023: Tesco, £12.50
A juicy, vibrant red made from Mencía grapes in Spain, with bright red cherry and raspberry fruit, a touch of spice and fresh acidity. Light, easy-drinking and great with charcuterie or roast chicken. Read more…
Ham hock with yellow bean sauce chow mein
Matt Tebbutt
Saturday Kitchen wine recommendation
Pikes Traditionale Riesling, Australia, 2024: Tesco, £13
A crisp, dry Clare Valley Riesling from Australia with zesty lime and lemon zest, a touch of green apple and a fine, mineral edge. Light, refreshing and perfect with seafood, salads or as a summer sipper. Read more…


Theo Randall
Ravneet Gill
Carmen O’Neal
Matt Tebbutt
