Ways to save on Christmas food

See our clever tips for saving on Christmas dinner, from planning your festive shopping list to delicious ways to use up leftovers and great-value, M&S-quality essentials in the Foodhall.

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Emily Lambe

Discover new ways to save with our top wallet-friendly Christmas dinner tips. See how to plan your menu and make your shopping list to secure all your festive favourites. From our Remarksable Value range to Bigger Pack, Better Value, take a look in the Foodhall to save on your Christmas essentials, without ever compromising on the M&S quality you know and love.

Budget Christmas food tips

  • Make a budgetPlan your Christmas food shop in advance and stick to your budget.

  • Pop it away – Stock up on store cupboard saviours early to help spread the cost.

  • Fill up the freezer – Stash everything from turkey to sides and desserts in the freezer.

  • Affordable mains – Swap a whole turkey for smaller cuts or alternatives like chicken and ham.

  • Fire up the air fryer – To save on energy, use an air fryer for everything from turkey breast to roasties.

  • Save on party food – Snap up our 4 for 3 deal on party food, like our flaky Fish and Chip Bites or crispy Hash Brown Topple Tower.

  • Unforgettable gifts for less We've got M&S quality, foodie gifts starting at less than £5 in the Foodhall.

Top budget-friendly Christmas recipes

Use up leftover turkey or find ideas for party food and starters for the big day.

Find ways to save this Christmas with M&S

Save on your Christmas shopping list with our Remarksable Value range and Bigger Pack, Better Value. Find everyday low prices on the things you buy most, like fruit and veg from M&S Select Farms, without compromising on M&S quality. We have plenty of budget recipe ideas to put those thrifty ingredients to work and prep for the big day. Get inspired with our tips and tricks for cooking Christmas dinner on a budget.

Published 23/11/2025