The key to creating a fabulous Christmas dinner for family or a gorgeous gathering for friends is in the preparation but that’s not to say the prep should involve hard work. Less is more we say – less stressful prep, more careful planning. Here are some ideas to make this Christmas one you’ll really enjoy! Fresh Irish turkeys, stunning desserts and festive sides are available in store at Marks & Spencer from Sunday 19 December 2021.

An Irish Turkey From M&S Gets Our Vote

Complete your Christmas table with a delicious and succulent Irish turkey. M&S birds enjoy a happy life in the Irish countryside on specially selected traditional Irish farms and are cared for by farmers with many years of experience. For flavour in every bite, we love the IRISH OAKHAM STUFFED TURKEY BREAST JOINT. This hassle-free, buttermilk stock-basted boneless breast has a delicious pork, sage and onion stuffing, and is topped with oak-smoked bacon for even more flavour. No prep required – simply brush with butter, roast, then serve with plenty of M&S veggies and side dishes.

Let’s Get This Party Started!

M&S have pulled out all the stops with this year’s epic new party nibbles. As well as the popular classics, there are now CHICKEN TIKKA NAANS, POSH CHEESY BEANS ON TOAST, MOLTEN CHEDDAR CHEESE PROFITEROLES and CRISPY BEEF BURGER SPRING ROLLS (in store now). All are included in a fabulous 4-for-3 offer which allows you to mix and match your favourites to build the ultimate “picky platter”. Best news: they all cook at the same temperature.

Gorgeous Gatherings With Golden Blonds

During the festive season, we all want to spend more time with our loved ones and less time in the kitchen. So, let’s take the hassle out of preparing by choosing a few family favourites from M&S, and stock up on M&S festive foodie treats from mince pies to the triple-chocolate panettone. This year is all about the new incredible golden blond chocolate! The new M&S COLLECTION SWISS GOLDEN BLOND CHOCOLATE FLORENTINES will make you fall in love instantly. With a layer of caramel, almonds and citrus peel topped with a thick layer of creamy Swiss golden blond chocolate, they’re heaven with a cuppa. And don’t forget a seasonal tipple or two! For tasty toffee notes, try the M&S RICH GOLDEN BLOND CHOCOLATE FLAVOUR CREAM LIQUEUR, expertly blended with cream from Ballyrashane Creamery in Northern Ireland. Simply serve over ice or stir it into coffee or hot chocolate. Explore the full golden blond chocolate range in store now.

A SHOWSTOPPER DESSERT

New for Christmas, M&S gloriously rich Sticky Toffee Pudding Crown comes ready to be finished with sumptuous Salted Caramel Sauce and creamy Madagascan Vanilla Custard. Wow.

CHRISTMASSY COLIN

Colin the Caterpillar has had a festive makeover and can be found decked in his Christmas best! Extremely chocolate-y sponge roll, with chocolate buttercream, Colin is now sprinkled with a little M&S magic and finished with edible decorations!

Visit your local M&S Foodhall to shop the full festive range. www.marksandspencer.ie. @marksandspencerireland

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