The ultimate festive food book, from the most loved and respected British cookery writer of the 20th century

Elizabeth David's Christmas is a celebration of every traditional recipe and favourite indulgence that we savour during the festive season. Containing over 150 classic recipes, together with a selection of wonderful articles, notes and observations from the Elizabeth David archive, this timeless book will inspire an elegant and memorable Christmas while taking the strain out of cooking for a crowd.

All the classics are here: mince pies, stuffings, sauces and, of course, the perfect turkey, as well as simple first courses, party dishes and a range of desserts that make Elizabeth David's Christmas irresistible seasonal fare and a unique festive resource to treasure, hand down and return to year after year.

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Recommended by

Adrian Chiles

Broadcaster and Writer

I take it this is a publisher's posthumous cobble-together of themed material. Love it though. Leftover Turkey Gratin is a very useful classic.

Luke Honey

Writer, Blogger & Art Dealer

Had to include something from the great Mrs David, even if some of her recipes can end in disaster.