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Rosewater and raspberry ice with sparkling wine: the prefect fuss-free Christmas dessert. (Recipe here). Photo: Marina Oliphant -
This Christmas pudding has all the flavours of a traditional pud, with none of the gluten. (Recipe here). Photo: Pat Scala -
A light, fresh seafood entree is the perfect start to a rich Christmas meal. (Recipe here). Photo: Jennifer Soo -
A moist and golden chicken, packed with a fruity Christmas stuffing? Yes please! (Recipe here). Photo: Paul Cutter -
Here's the Christmas table centrepiece you can eat: the easy-to-slice pavlova wreath. (Recipe here). Photo: Emiko Davies -
Adam Liaw's orange and pomegranate glazed ham, is no ordinary hog leg. Make Christmas special this year. (Recipe here). Photo: William Meppem -
This Christmas Mule is easy to make and stiff enough to get you through the long day. (Recipe here). Photo: Marina Oliphant -
This grown-up bloody Mary prawn cocktail is the perfect start to your Christmas feast. (Recipe here). Photo: Edwina Pickles -
What would Christmas be without some fruit mince pies? Try making your own this year. (Recipe here). Photo: Steven Siewert Styling: Berni Smithies -
This parfait is the prefect mix of childhood memories and adult flavours... There's always room to add more rum. (Recipe here). Photo: William Meppem -
All the flavours of eggnog - nutmeg, cinnamon and lots of brandy - are set into a light, creamy Christmas panna cotta with frosted berries. (Recipe here). Photo: Marina Oliphant -
Give Christmas a fresh new look with this festive twist on coleslaw. (Recipe here). Photo: Marina Oliphant -
Italian Christmas strudel with figs and nuts. (Recipe here). Photo: Marina Oliphant -
Neil Perry's roast turkey with ricotta stuffing and a side of green beans with hazelnuts will impress even the fussiest Christmas guests. (Recipe here). Photo: William Meppem -
Christmas in Australia means (or should mean!) mango and pineapples. Mix them together for this summery cocktail recipe. (Recipe here). Photo: Supplied -
These simple cookies make a delicious handmade gift. But we wouldn't blame you if you didn't share. (Recipe here). Photo: Bonnie Savage
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'Tis the season to be jolly and all of that. So why not get the festive season off to a good start with these appropriately themed recipes.
We have compiled our all time favourite Christmas dishes and desserts, as well as a few stiff drinks that will help see you through the day.