Delicious UK December 2020

PORTRAIT: PAUL MITCHELL. PHOTOGRAPH: MAJA SMEND. STYLING: TONY HUTCHINSON The festive holiday is a landmark, a time to stop (for most of us), even if we can’t go away. It’s a festival season, a celebration of faiths (Christmas and Hannukah) and a beacon of hope. That’s what a friend said to me the other day and I thought, YES, it is – and that’s what it still needs to be… has to be. I’ve amended this letter three times so far as the news has changed, and, as I finish, national lockdown number two has just begun, with all the challenges and hardship that will trigger. We are with you and I see our job as bringing as much light and life into your home as we can through the…

Food for thought STAR EMAIL FROM: MARGO BENNETT I was delighted to see the article by John Gregory-Smith on the food of Gaza in the October issue [p102]. Well done for reminding us all that Gaza is home to many people who share a rich heritage and love making good food for family and friends. Thank you for inspiring us with food that looks and sounds delicious – and for offering a small glimmer of what life is like behind the walls and blockades: it’s clearly not a life of luxury. “Perhaps some will ask more questions” While I appreciate you can’t turn your magazine into a political platform, I was disappointed not to find any explanation about why the situation there is the way it is. I feel it’s…

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Heather from Canada shared her garlic bread and spanakopita dip [Sep, p42]. “Our daughter Julia was due to visit from the UK and loves Greek food – sadly the trip was cancelled, but the recipe was divine.” Joy amidst the gloom: snacks, star bakes, lunches and more… We’re getting Christmas canapé inspiration from @mybossbuys melunch, who made white bean crostini with anchovy salsa – find the recipe online. “It was easy to make and very handy in that you can prep everything in advance (no one wants a last-minute rush).” Festive pud alert! @sianbakescakes created impressive white chocolate, orange and ginger profiteroles. @another_foodie_ baked a sensational-looking chocolate babka. Mmm… *A FULL MAINLAND UK DELIVERY ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER MUST BE SUPPLIED.…

Cook any recipe from the December issue of delicious. and share it with us for your chance to win £250 worth of prime cuts of Hereford beef, plus a £250 Waitrose voucher. As one of Britain’s oldest native breeds of cattle, recognised for their distinctive white faces and red coats, Herefords traditionally graze on rich British pastures and are renowned for producing beautifully marbled beef. The prize hamper includes a selection of the finest Hereford beef cuts, along with a Waitrose voucher, so you can pick up everything you need to create a wonderful festive feast. For more information on Hereford beef visit herefordbeef.org.uk FOR A CHANCE TO WIN... Make any recipe from the December issue, take a picture and share it with us by 31 December 2020. OCTOBER’S WINNER…

1 WISH… UPON A STAR GARETH GATRELL/NETFLIX. GRANDMA KNOWS BEST: SURVEY OF 2,000 UK ADULTS CONDUCTED BY 3GEM FOR ASDA A meteor shower promises to light up the winter skies this month. The Geminids will be most intense from 14-15 Dec, with anything up to 100 bright shooting stars visible every hour. For more information and to find out how best to view them, visit rmg.co.uk/discover/explore/ geminid-meteor-shower-when-and-where-see-it-uk 2 LISTEN… TO CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT There will be singing! delicious. has long been a supporter of the charity Breast Cancer Now and in December we’re normally alongside them as they host their annual carol service, which many of you have attended. This year it’s all online, with a pre-recorded performance from the atmospheric St Paul’s Church in Knightsbridge being released on 9…