The Christmas Companion

Recipes, crafts and inspiration for a magical festive season

By: Skye McAlpine

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Hardcover | 14 November 2025

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"Divine. Such good writing, and such delicious recipes but also so genuinely useful. This book is the dream" - India Knight

The Christmas Companion is your indispensable guide to a cosy, relaxed and memorable Christmas. Whether it's just you, a few nearest and dearest, or the whole extended friends and family, you'll find countless recipes, crafts, tips and tricks to see you through the festive season.

From holiday parties, to bake sales, to Christmas lunch, fabulous recipes include:
· Cocktails and nibbles including Chestnut Martinis and Pistachio & Parmesan Cantucci
· Centrepiece mains like Pomegranate Glazed Turkey and Ginger & Apricot Ham
· Vegetarian showstoppers such as Beetroot & Horseradish Galette, Camembert & Cranberry Pithivier and an array of seasonal salads and sides
· Indulgent treats and puddings including Flourless Chocolate Orange Cake, Salted Caramel Pecan Pie, Gingery Christmas Cake and Candy Cane Hearts

With pages of inspiration for decorating your home, recipes for edible gifts, menu ideas, effortless hosting tips, and instructions on everything from making an advent calendar to crafting your own crackers, this will be your trusted companion for bringing the magic, warmth and sparkle of Christmas for years to come.

"Skye is a maker of magic in the kitchen, and every glorious photograph inside makes me want to don my apron and press play on the carols" -Luke Edward Hall

About the Author

Skye McAlpine is a cookery writer who believes that food tastes best when shared with others. She is the author of three other books, A Table in Venice, A Table for Friends and A Table Full of Love, writes a monthly column for The Sunday Times and has contributed to publications from around the world, including vogue.com, Vanity Fair, Corriere della Sera and Conde Naste Traveller.

In 2021 she launched her own created range of homeware, Skye McAlpine TAVOLA. Skye divides her time between London and Venice with her husband, Anthony, and her two sons, Aeneas and Achille.

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