What’s New In Food This Month

Knepp’s Wild Range meat boxes and British charcuterie are the kind of thoughtful, provenance-led gifts that feel both generous and considered. Sourced from the Sussex estate’s free-roaming Longhorn cattle, red and fallow deer and Tamworth pigs, this is meat born from rewilding principles that result in slow-grown, high-welfare and flavourful ingredients. The boxes range from everyday cuts for mid-week cooking (alongside pre-made staples such as beef ragu) to showstopper roasting joints and handmade charcuterie. Each box tells a story of land stewardship and seasonality – ideal for cooks who care where their food comes from.

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For two nights only this December, Grey Goose will reimagine the classic late-night chip shop with an elegant French twist. The pop-up Grey Goose Chip Shop will pair perfectly-chilled martinis with French frites crowned with luxe toppings – think coq au vin, gruyère and smoked ham, or truffle. Open from 6pm-midnight on 4th and 5th December, guests will be able to choose between a full-size martini with fries or a Tiny Tini Flight (three mini cocktails with fries) – both for £15.

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This season, Bathtub Gin has undergone a winter makeover courtesy of culinary duo Jemima Jones and Lucy Carr-Ellison of Tart London. The limited-edition bottle – available to buy in Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Asda – dresses the brand’s trademark hand-wrapped brown paper packaging in a dreamlike yuletide tableau: think woodland hares, gliding birds and crescent moons, all rendered through Tart’s playful eye. Inside the keepsake bottle is the same double-infused, copper-pot Bathtub Gin from Kent – with botanicals that work well for festive cocktails.

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Following the success of the Lady A Rosé, Soho House wine brand Lady A’s red wine has arrived in selected M&S Foodhalls. Bottled at Château La Coste in the South of France, this blend of grenache, syrah, carignan and merlot grapes (all grown on clay limestone soils and kept in cellars for three years for alcoholic short fermentation) offers a rounded, winter drink full of red fruit, gentle spice and a supple, polished finish. With packaging that showcases Damien Hirst’s signature butterfly artwork, it’s a design-forward bottle that also looks good on the table.

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Launched exclusively at Selfridges, Future Château aims to create mid-strength wine with style, with its bottles of red, white and sparkling each coming in at 5% ABV. Crafted with 100% premium grapes and made using traditional winemaking methods, the low-ABV wines deliver the same flavour, aroma and mouthfeel as a full-strength blend, with two-thirds less alcohol and calories. Available in iridescent, theatrical packaging that nods to classical château labels and 1980s glamour, these bottles are designed for everyday celebrations such as weekday dinners and long lunches, when a lower ABV might be appreciated.

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Breville has launched three new espresso machines, designed to bring café‑quality coffee into your home. The standout is the Barista Classic Espresso Machine, available exclusively at Currys. With a professional‑grade 58mm portafilter – larger than most on the market – it extracts maximum flavour for a rich, full‑bodied espresso. A built‑in burr grinder doses beans automatically, while anti‑static technology keeps counters mess‑free. Finished with a cool‑touch steam wand, it’s an easy‑to‑use all‑rounder that delivers barista‑level results without the fuss.

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Mindful Chef has teamed up with British tableware brand Maison Margaux to create its new Signature Dine-In range of recipes. The seasonal boxes could include the likes of grass-fed steak medallions, olive-stuffed sea bass and crispy duck legs, paired with seasonal sides such as truffle chips, creamy parmesan mash and seasonal salads. The collaboration boxes also include a set of Maison Margaux placemats, designed to elevate your at-home table settings.

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Following a sell-out launch this summer, Ottolenghi’s first-ever ice-cream collection has now been restocked in Waitrose. The trio of flavours – Madagascan Vanilla & Miso Salted Caramel, Roasted Pistachio & Sour Cherry Swirl, and Coffee & Cardamom – balances Ottolenghi’s knack for unexpected pairings with premium ingredients. Rich, peculiar in the best way and scoopable straight from the tub, the range is an easy way to elevate dinner parties or weekend film nights.

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From Elizabeth Haigh’s much-loved Borough Market project comes Mei Mei Goods: a trio of kitchen staples designed for layering and speed. The collection is designed around a simple three-step layering approach to cooking: build your base, bring the heat, top with texture. There’s a Sweet Soy Sauce for glazing, drizzling or marinating; a House Chilli Sauce designed to be used as a flavour sidekick for noodles, eggs and dumplings; and a Black Bean Crunch loaded with fermented black soybeans, dried chillies and crunchy shallots for a texture twist. 

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Waitrose and Dishpatch have joined forces to create a series of restaurant-quality festive dishes to finish at home, thanks to a little help from top chefs Angela Hartnett, Rick Stein, Michel Roux and Andi Oliver. The nine dishes of offer include beef wellington with peppercorn sauce, spiced rum and maple-glazed ham, stuffed duck with marsala gravy, and lobster and king prawn velouté pie, plus our pick – Angela’s panettone pudding with pistachio custard. Each dish is expertly prepared, delivered pre-portioned, and ready to finish at home in minutes.

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Oxford hotspot Pompette’s debut cookbook collects the bistro’s best-loved dishes – from fish soup to duck confit and crème brûlée – with the story of the restaurant’s origins threaded through the recipes. Available to pre-order now and published in December, the cookbook will bring together comforting, seasonal recipes inspired by founders Pascale and Laura Wiedermann’s family heritage, culinary mentors and a deep love of hospitality. From humble Lyonnaise snacks to refined French brasserie favourites, each dish reflects a philosophy of flavour and simplicity – just the kind of food we want to cook at this time of year.

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Olive oil is having a moment, and 58 & Co is taking it one step further with it new Olive Oil Vodka created in collaboration with Citizens Of Soil. This silky textured, small-batch vodka rescues and re-purposes excess extra virgin olive oil, creating an ideal base for savoury martinis and bloody marys. Clean, smooth and unexpectedly delicious, it’s a clever, modern spirit that pairs beautifully with citrus, brined ingredients and herb-led cocktails.

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Gail's is celebrating Christmas with a line‑up of festive bakes and thoughtful gifts – think sourdough panettone boxed for giving; a ham, cheese and stuffing croissant topped with redcurrant BBQ sauce; and warming mince pies served with clotted cream. Sweet treats include Christmas buns, iced penguin biscuits and new chai and pistachio cookies, while the baker’s table also features a cranberry, whisky and brown butter Ecclefechan slice. Seasonal drinks – from the 'Holiday Filter' featuring boozy chocolate to hot cocoa – join pantry favourites and candles, perfect for stocking fillers or festive hampers.

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Cuisinart has unveiled a new range of clever kitchen gadgets designed to make everyday cooking easier. The line includes two compact food choppers: the Pixie Chopper, perfect for quick jobs, and the FlexPrep, offering more versatility for larger batches. Joining them is a Portable Blender, ideal for smoothies, soups and sauces on the go. Each tool is crafted with the brand’s signature focus on performance and ease, helping home cooks prep like pros without taking up too much counter space.

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