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Have fun with the kids over the Christmas holidays making and decorating these easy cakes

Cheer up your chipolatas! Try a new take on classic pigs in blankets using honey and sage, black pudding and date, or squash and chestnut, all wrapped in bacon.

No rolling required! Press the raw, crumbly pastry directly into your tin for a short, biscuity finish. Our easiest mince pie recipe and great fun to make with kids

Watch our Christmas cocktail class and learn how to mix up spectacular party drinks in a flash with our expert techniques and recipe tips.

Fill your kitchen with the delicious scent of red wine, brandy, orange and spices in gluhwein. It's the perfect grown-up drink to help you warm up on wintery days

These individual pies with a twist are great for using up storecupboard staples such as nuts and dried fruit, they're budget-friendly too

Mix a classic mimosa cocktail with orange juice and champagne – or use prosecco if you prefer a different sort of bubbly. It's an easy fix when entertaining