FESTIVE FOODSTUFF!
“Oh Christmas food, oh Christmas food, how yummy do you taste?” If you’re looking for some festive inspiration when it comes to food and drink then look no further than our guide to what’s good this month. From festive barbecues to Christmas food markets; find out what’s on and where with this simple guide to seasonal pleasures.
CHRISTMAS BAUBLE SPHERE CAKES / NOVEMBER 28 / VICTORIA’S KITCHEN, WOKING
Create stunning Bauble Sphere Cakes this Christmas by heading over to Victoria’s Kitchen in Woking. Spend the day decorating gorgeous balls of cake, learning how to decorate and package them to a professional standard – perfect for giving as a food-based gift this Christmas.
For more information, visit victorias-kitchen.com
FESTIVE FIRE COOKERY / DECEMBER 1 / THE SALT BOX, PRIORY FARM ESTATE, REDHILL
The magic of Christmas meets the flames at this festive inspired cookery course. So wrap up warm and head for the great outdoors, where wild cooking aficionados The Salt Box will guide you through how to make the most of local and seasonal produce, transforming them into incredible festive flavours. Expect crackling fires, winter veg, mulled cider and more.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
FESTIVE FAYRE / DECEMBER 2 – 4 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE
Get that festive feeling and head for historic Hampton Court Palace to eat, drink and be merry in a socially distanced fashion this December. A must for any fervent foodie, explore the palace’s courtyards and East front gardens as they’re transformed into a Christmas wonderland. Expect delicious street food, warming drinks and a selection of stalls selling unique gifts to give to your loved ones.
For more information, visit hrpfoodfestivals.com
FESTIVE FOOD MARKET / DECEMBER 3 / GATE STREET BARN, BRAMLEY
The achingly gorgeous Gate Street Barn will host their annual Festive Food Market this December. Featuring an abundance of local artisans and suppliers offering bespoke gifts for you to give this Christmas. As well as browsing and buying from stalls, expect; live food demonstrations, handcrafted delicacies and much mulled wine. Festive treats await.
For more information, visit gatestreet.co.uk
FESTIVE BARBECUE / DECEMBER 9 / WEBER GRILL ACADEMY, ABINGER COOKERY SCHOOL
Do you love your barbecue? So much so that you’d like to cook yourself and your family a Christmas dinner using one? Thought so. Get in the know and learn how to cook a festive feast utilising the power of the barbecue at this excellent workshop by Weber Grill Academy at Abinger Cookery School.
For more information, visit abingercookeryschool.com
CHRISTMAS FARMERS’ MARKET / DECEMBER 20 / HIGH STREET, GUILDFORD
Find festive spirit aplenty as Guildford’s Christmas Farmers’ Market returns to provide shoppers with a range of unique gifts to give to your loved ones this holiday season. So whether you need some locally produced food and drink, or require some inspiration from local arts and craft makers, enjoy the day browsing the stalls found on Guildford’s iconic High Street and get ready to feel Christmassy.
For more information, visit guildford.gov.uk