December Special: 6 recipe ideas for the festive season

The best way to start your holiday mornings is with dishes that are both comforting and festive. You can cook up some delicious gingerbread pancakes or some vegan holiday recipes like tofu scramble with seasonal vegetables to get a kickstart on a day full of celebrations. Some other special recipes are cinnamon roll casserole and eggnog french toast. For some gluten-free Christmas treats, you can bake some almond flour muffins that will last you for days and will always put a smile on your face whenever you take a bite.

The best way to kick off your holiday meals is by relishing some yummy Christmas appetisers. Be it a dinner party or bringing a dish to a potluck lunch, here are some starter ideas that are easy to whip up and packed with flavour. The best Christmas appetisers to make this season are Mini cranberry brie bites with fresh seasonal cranberries, spiced nuts and seeds to still keep it healthy during the festive season and vegan Christmas dinner recipes like stuffed mushrooms oozing with vegan cheese for the ultimate indulgence.

What's the one place everyone spends the most time during dinner parties? The dining table, of course. To make sure all the dishes on your dinner table are always a hit, choose from a mix of traditional Christmas dishes and some modern takes on classics. Some festive dinner recipes that will prove to be showstoppers are – roast turkey with herb stuffing and honey-glazed chicken or ham and don't forget to include some vegan holiday recipes like lentil loaf so all your guests are happy and well-fed.

Pair your delicious main course with flavourful Christmas side dishes to elevate your guests' culinary experience. You can opt for indulgent recipes like garlic mashed potatoes with gooey stringy cheese or make healthy holiday recipes like maple-roasted Brussels sprouts that will wow your guests.

What's the festive season without a touch of sweetness? While gingerbread cookies and family Christmas pudding recipes will forever be irreplaceable, some other equally delicious Christmas dessert recipes will have you craving for more. You can explore gluten-free Christmas desserts like quinoa-stuffed squash and gluten-free holiday recipes like flourless chocolate cake. Other winter comfort food must-haves for the holiday season are quick and easy Christmas cookies for your little ones to decorate and holiday baking ideas like peppermint bark.

Now that you're all set with dinner and dessert recipes, it's time to toast the season with festive drinks that will spruce up your celebrations. These Christmas cocktail recipes are a hit for every party you host this season, whether it's a cosy Christmas-themed party or a New Year's Eve bash. Add mulled wine, and New Year's Eve cocktail recipes with champagne and hot buttered rum to your elaborate festive menu to keep your guests warm while enjoying the evening.