Christmas Ideas
The 2026 M&S Christmas TV advert
04/11/2026
Discover the M&S Café
Whether you're stopping for a quick coffee, a hearty lunch or an afternoon treat, our cafés are the perfect foodie pitstop. See our top picks available in the café now and browse the full menu online.
See the menu
22/10/2026
What is Stir-up Sunday?
Get ready for Stir-up Sunday with our complete guide. From festive recipes and tips to our products in the Foodhall, discover everything you need to bring sugar, spice and all things nice to the season.
Stir-up Sunday guide
02/11/2026
The best pigs in blankets
Exclusively at M&S, this Christmas every pig in blanket is double wrapped in a whole rasher of bacon – so they're guaranteed to stay snug! See where to pick up these bite-sized beauties and how to use them in our next-level festive recipes.
Pigs in blankets ideas
14/10/2026
The best Christmas party food
Whether you’re laying out a feast for friends or planning a cosy night in with fizz and a spread of nibbles, our party food will make any moment magical. See our pick of the best Christmas party food in store.
Christmas party food
30/10/2026
Christmas dinner alternatives to turkey
Whether you're catering for guests with different dietary needs or just fancy a change from tradition, discover Christmas turkey alternatives and ideas for the big day that still promise plenty of festive wow-factor.
Turkey alternatives
04/11/2026
The Christmas biscuits to try this year
At M&S we're the home of irresistible Christmas biscuits. Whether you fancy loaded cookies, magical light-up shortbread tins, or a gorgeous box to bring as a gift, see our pick of this year's must-try festive biscuits in the Foodhall.
Christmas biscuits
03/11/2026
Must-try mince pies 2026
At M&S, our product developers have tasted hundreds of mince pies in their quest to create the perfect one. Whether you’re going traditional, gluten-free or fancy trying something new, read our guide to the best mince pies in the Foodhall this Christmas.
Mince pies this way
27/10/2026
The best Christmas puddings to have 2026
Whether you’re a Christmas pudding traditionalist or fancy trying something a little different, we’ve got a pud for every festive table. Discover our pick of Christmas puddings, from rich, fruity classics to indulgent alternatives, plus serving ideas and tips for the perfect festive finale.
Christmas pudding guide
22/10/2026
What to make for Friendsmas
From potlucks recipes to grazing boards and picky bits, find the best ideas for celebrating Christmas with friends. Plus, discover festive drinks and cocktails to celebrate in style.
Friendsmas food ideas
19/10/2026
Christmas dinner tips from Tom Kerridge
Daunted at the prospect of cooking Christmas dinner? Tom Kerridge is here to help. From how to stop your turkey drying out to his foolproof method for the crispiest roasties, the pro chef answers your burning Christmas cooking questions.
See Tom's tips
14/10/2026
The best Christmas sandwiches
Enjoy festive flavour on the go with our lineup of epic Christmas sandwiches, rolls, wraps and snacks. Discover the range and learn more about our charity partnership with Shelter.
New Christmas sandwiches
22/09/2026
Read our Christmas magazine
Plan your dream menu with our fuss-free Christmas Food to Order service, read our Christmas magazine, and get ahead with online hamper and flower delivery orders – find all you need for a magical Christmas right here.
Read and shop
06/10/2026
Your ultimate guide to gingerbread
Embrace the warming, gentle spice of gingerbread in everything from buttery cookies to crunchy granola. Learn how to make a gingerbread house and see our top picks from the Foodhall and recipe ideas.
Gingerbread ideas
05/10/2026
Homemade Christmas food hamper ideas
Need a thoughtful, personalised gift for the foodie in your life? Read our homemade Christmas hampers guide. Whether they love cheese, chocolate or coffee, these DIY Christmas hamper ideas are an easy, wallet-friendly way to treat them.
See our picks
30/09/2026
Best frozen Christmas food
It’s never too early to get ahead with your Christmas food shopping, and our range of frozen festive food makes it easy and delicious. From big-day centrepieces to family favourite trimmings and wow-worthy desserts, be inspired by our top picks below.
Christmas freezer food
30/09/2026
How to choose the best panettone
Whether you’re going for something traditional or want to up the flavour factor with a chocolate or nut-studded panettone, read our guide to how to eat panettone, this year's must-try flavours and irresistible recipe ideas to help you use up the leftovers.
Panettone guide
01/10/2026
Best vegetarian Christmas food ideas
Have a very veggie festive season with our range of wow-worthy vegetarian starters, centrepieces, sides and desserts. See what's in store this season.
Christmas veggie picks
24/09/2026
How to make mulled wine
Nothing warms the cockles on a chilly winter day quite like a steaming cup of mulled wine. Get into the festive spirit with our ultimate guide on how to make mulled wine. Don’t fancy making it from scratch? See our pick of the best mulled wine in the Foodhall this season.
Mulled wine tips
29/09/2026
Your guide to nostalgic food
For many of us, the best dishes are the ones that come with a side of nostalgia. From Christmas classics and retro party food to comforting puddings packed with happy memories, discover our top Foodhall picks and recipe ideas inspired by the flavours we know and love.
Nostalgia food guide
24/09/2026
2026's must-try Christmas food
M&S Food Director of Product Development, Kathryn Turner, shares her must-try picks from our festive food range, from big-day essentials to party-ready picky bits and drinks.
Best Christmas food
09/09/2026
Pop it away for the big day
Get ahead for Christmas with genius festive ingredients, store cupboard essentials and gifts to keep on standby. Get organised with our guide to what to pop away for the big day.
Get ahead for Christmas
23/09/2026
Our best Christmas cocktails
Celebrate in style with our edit of the best Christmas cocktails. Say cheers with a festive Espresso Martini, a spiced Spritz, or a classic Cosmo.
Christmas cocktail ideas
17/09/2026
5 food trends to know this Christmas
From mindful merriment to festive picky bits, discover the flavour trends you need to know about this Christmas, according to expert M&S product developers.
Christmas flavour trends
17/09/2026
Best Christmas chocolates 2026
Whether as a stocking filler, foodie gift or treat for you, chocolate is a Christmas non-negotiable. Read our pick of the best Christmas chocolates in the Foodhall this year.
Best Christmas chocolate
22/09/2026
Your Christmas menu, sorted
Serve up your ultimate fuss-free, flavour packed festive feast with our editor's picks of epic Christmas dishes from our restaurant-quality Christmas Food to Order service. Order online then collect in store from 22-24 December.
Plan your menu
22/09/2026
How to choose your Christmas turkey
Whether you’re feeding a crowd this Christmas or your dinner table is a little cosier, Tom Kerridge is here to help you find a showstopping centrepiece. Read his guide to choosing your turkey, then pre-order using our hassle-free Christmas Food to Order service.
Christmas turkey guide
22/09/2026
Top 10 Christmas desserts
Pudding is served! Indulge in the crème de la crème of festive treats, expertly crafted exclusively for M&S, with our editor's pick of the very best Christmas desserts.
Best Christmas desserts
18/09/2026
Gluten-free ideas for Christmas
Tuck into a hearty feast with our best gluten-free Christmas food ideas, from succulent mains to moreish sides and decadent desserts.
Gluten-free Christmas food
22/09/2026
Tom Kerridge's exclusive Christmas food range
Looking for unforgettable, stress-free food this Christmas? Tom Kerridge is here to help. Available exclusively via our restaurant-quality Christmas Food to Order service, Tom has created a selection of luxury centrepieces that combine chef’s expertise with M&S wow factor. Discover the full range and hear more from Tom about what inspired it.
Tom Kerridge food
21/09/2026
Where our Christmas food comes from
Discover the stories behind our incredible festive products, and why when we say ‘this is not just food’ we mean it.
About our festive food