Good Food

Good Food is the UK's biggest selling food magazine, packed with triple-tested recipes and practical ideas for every meal occasion. From weekday suppers to relaxed weekend lunches, recipes are seasonal and work first time. In every issue: 100+ triple-tested recipes, everyday cooking,weekend ideas, seasonal ingredients, TV chefs, inspirational photographs and practical advice.

Welcome to Christmas

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Everyone is Welcome • Put a fresh spin on a classic gingerbread house with this showstopper that simplifies the process using layers of rich chocolate sponge and treacle buttercream laced with warming spices

Stars of the show • Whether it’s traditional turkey, something different for two, a crowdpleasing ham or vegan centrepiece, we’ve got you covered

Veggie Stars • Impress your vegetarian guests with one of our inventive centrepieces and buffet ideas

Sides from the stars • We’ve asked a few of our favourite contributors to share their most popular Christmas Day trimmings

Keep it green this Christmas

HOW MUCH DO YOU NEED? • If you're hosting a get-together this Christmas, work out the quantities of food and drink required before you go shopping using this quick guide

Get a slow cooker with a year’s subscription to Good Food • Subscribe in time to receive this Cook’s Professional 3.5L digital slow cooker, plus access to the Good Food app

Presenting the big finale • Round off Christmas dinner with one of three showstopping desserts

Pour a cup of good cheer • From classic Christmas tipples to trend-led drinks without the booze, these recipes will provide a warm welcome for guests on a chilly evening

Build your own • Let your guests customise their canapés with these sharing boards inspired by cuisines from around the world

STARS OF THE Christmas cheesseboard • Raise your game for the party season with tips from the two most recent winners of Young Cheesemonger of the Year, Daniel Iliev and Lily Morris

More (baked) cheese please! • Nothing gets a party started like a warm, melty cheesy dip, and these easy ideas will keep your guests coming back for more

My favourite Rick Stein’s dish celebration dinner • The legendary chef shares his Christmas traditions, plus a restaurant-style pheasant dish to ring in the new year

Make fond memories • Decorate a cake tree with the kids, prepare edible gifts or bake for Santa – it’ll be a Christmas to remember

Winter comforts • Use fresh, seasonal produce from Morrisons Market Street to bring the family together this Christmas

Celebrating Chrismukkah • Combine the traditions of Christmas and Chanukah (14-22 December) with a menu to mark both holidays

Celebrate for less • Enjoy the abundance of the season for minimum outlay using low-cost produce and a touch of creative flair

Gather round for Friendsmas • Invite your pals over for a celebration dinner that won’t break the bank

Air fryer mix & match canapés • Minimise the stress of catering for a crowd by prepping three types of crispy base ahead of your party, then finishing on the night with three simple but delicious toppings

The big5 • Stock up on cut-price Christmas vegetables at the supermarket and try our simple-to-make party platters and buffet ideas

Your star wines for Christmas

Bring the market home • Save a bit of money and make special memories recreating the winter festival experience in your own kitchen

It’s party time!

seafood special At its best • If you want a change from the usual smoked salmon at Christmas, you’ll love these fresh ideas

Discover it now: Chestnuts • Barney Desmazery shines the spotlight on this Yuletide...