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5 reasons to buy our December issue

In this new issue...

Christmas party season is upon us and we’ve got you covered with plenty of inspiration for canapés, cocktails and our ultimate cheeseboard, as well as Victoria Moore’s favourite festive wines. Emma Freud wishes us a ‘Happy Hipster Christmas’ and Tony Naylor shares his suggestions for restaurant rules in the New Year.

Of course, there are plenty of seasonal recipes, too, from Tom Kerridge, Diana Henry, Rosie Birkett and John Torode, as well as speedy suppers, easy family bakes and modern roasts. Plus: are robot arms, smart fridges and holographic shop assistants the future of food? We discuss how technological innovations are shaping how we cook and eat, and Joanna Blythman investigates lab-grown meat.

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In this month's issue

FREE Easiest Ever Winter Recipes supplement

Free with this month’s issue, our easiest ever winter supplement contains over 60 simple seasonal recipes. From speedy soups and one-pot wonders to freezer fillers and 4-ingredient meals, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for winter.

Roasts reinvented

Fancy a change from turkey? We asked five top chefs for their alternative roast recipes. Try herb-scented slow-roasted rib of beef, or cumin-spiced roast chicken with pork & pistachio stuffing and even a stuffed saddle of venison with prunes & brioche.

Easy entertaining

We’ve taken the stress out of festive entertaining with our easy party recipes. Don’t miss our ridiculously easy caramelised mushroom tartlets and 4-ingredient canapés including all-new cheese & pineapple and salmon & herb blinis. Or, if you fancy something lighter, try our healthier options, including avocado verrines and beetroot & rye tartines.

Star contributors

Nigel Slater, Donna Hay and Marcus Wareing cook up warming winter puds, including molten chocolate pudding and pineapple upside-down cake with rum cream while Nadiya Hussain shares her guide to eating out with kids. Plus, we ask Alexander Armstrong about his favourite food memories.

Winter getaways

We visit some of the UK’s finest foodie hotels for families in Hampshire, Devon, Cumbria and more. Marina O’Loughlin explores the vibrant dining scene in Warsaw, enjoying traditional Polish breakfasts, vegan cafés and expansive food markets. Plus, we discover the best places to eat and drink in Edinburgh.