Despite the pudding losing popularity, festive traditions were still found to ... stirring up the plum pudding – the original ...

During the great wars, the depression and rationing, scarcity and simplicity were watchwords; dishes ... than the traditional kind and are more celebratory and indulgent than for Christmas feasting.

Food traditions can be comforting, and Christmas dishes — from starter breads and soups all the way to desserts — are particularly special in many households. The Christmas meal itself might ...

This traditional Christmas cake pulls out all the stops - if you have the time, feed it with brandy in the run up to Christmas. Heat the oven to 150C/130C Fan/Gas2. Grease a 20cm/8inch round or an ...

Mary will begin her festive feast with a deliciously simple Stilton and Sage Mini Scone Canape, followed by her traditional Christmas feast including her Lemon and Herb Roast Turkey with all the ...