Antipasto Christmas wreath
This spectacular antipasto Christmas wreath would make a wonderful centrepiece to your Christmas buffet. Rosemary branches give the illusion of pine with the added bonus of its beautiful scent and flavour.
Chocolate pavlova
Re-created from Nigella Lawson's delicious recipe, here we whip up our favourite Kiwi year round dessert with a decadent chocolate difference and berries to boot!
Fruit Christmas tree recipe
Christmas time is well known for the abundance of fresh fruit available. Why not use the season's bounty to create this beautiful centrepiece for the big day and impress your guests?
Beetroot and goat’s cheese salad
Salad in winter? Absolutely, with the earthy flavours of roasted beetroot and creamy goat's cheese. It's perfect on its own or alongside any roasted meats as part of a decadent Sunday lunch.
Santa’s suit relay
Dressing up is fun any time of year but especially at Christmas time! The kids will love this race to get into Santas suit so grab some clothes and get the madness going at your next Christmas party.
Spinach and mint pie
This is a lovely vegetarian pie that even dedicated carnivores will enjoy. Feta and halloumi add a yummy cheesy flavour which make this a perfect pie to enjoy for lunch or for supper with a crisp salad and a jacket potato.
Hand painted Christmas mugs and plates
Make homemade Christmas crafts like this hand painted ceramic mug or plate idea. Great personalised gifts for the family this Christmas.
Christmas Poem: Little Christmas Carollers
Enjoy the spirit of Christmas with this lovely poem
Christmas strudel recipe
This is a great quick Christmas dessert which can be blinged up with alcohol for the grown ups or stick with orange juice if the kids are going to be eating it too.
Tissue paper Christmas stocking
Have fun with the kids scrunching, ripping and sticking tissue paper and decorations as you make a gorgeous tissue paper Christmas stocking! Everyone in the family can participate, even the littlest kids so get crafting with this cool kids Christmas craft project.
Christmas tree frittata
These delish Christmas tree frittatas are so festive and fun, your kids will want to eat them every day. They are quick to make and pretty healthy too!
Pass the ornament
Ho, Ho, Ho! It is time to get up close and personal with this hilarious game of Pass the ornament. Get your party buzzing and the kids in fits of laughter as everyone attempts to keep the Christmas ornament under control. Play with the whole family!
BBQ asparagus wrapped in prosciutto with whipped feta sauce
Make the most of seasonal asparagus and serve it at your Christmas party this year. Barbecued and served on a wooden board, it sings of summer evenings and festive celebrations.
Grilled asparagus and quinoa salad
Quinoa has a lovely nutty taste and is just perfect in salads like this one with grilled asparagus. It's a powerhouse of iron and protein and you won't believe how good it tastes in salads.
Christmas tree pizza recipe
All it takes is some careful arrangement of the toppings and a couple of quick cuts on the crust and you can serve up a big slice of Christmas cheer on your family pizza night.
Peg angels
Christmas craft ideas are easy with these Christmas art and craft projects including Christmas card crafts. Peg angels. Find more on Kidspot New Zealand.
Santa Serviettes
Make homemade Christmas crafts and create your family Christmas with Christmas tree decorations kids will love to make. Find Christmas activities and craft ideas for the whole family for Christmas
Reindeer mask
Christmas craft ideas are easy with these Christmas art and craft projects including this reindeer mask. Find more on Kidspot New Zealand.
Christmas Poem: A Christmas Wish for All My Friends
A lovely christmas poem ideal for cards
Caramelised onion and chorizo wreath
Why serve plain bread with your Christmas lunch when you can present this beautiful home-baked wreath filled with caramelised onion, chorizo and feta? Let your guests pull it apart at the table and sink their teeth into the fresh warm bread.
Christmas Poem: Puppies Christmas
It's the day before Christmas, And all through the house, The puppies are squeaking
Homemade Irish cream
Irish cream is a great drop to have in your home and a fantastic gift to make for friends at Christmas.