Making everything from scratch at Christmas, for a fortnight of big dinners, parties and guests, might be our idea of fun. But under the pressure of the season, even the best of us might wistfully ...

Planning is Mary’s top tip for a successful and enjoyable day and here she shares ... festive feast are two sumptuous desserts. Mary’s traditional British Christmas pudding recipe goes back ...

in order to allow it least a month to mature before being consumed on Christmas Day. At Christmas, the pudding is doused in brandy and set alight. FAQs about BBC Food ...