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’Tis the Season TOP YULETIDE EVENTS NEAR YOU
TIVOLI FESTIVE PARTY The Tivoli hosts a Christmas market on 18 December. Head to its cosy rooftop where you’ll find hot food and drinks, stalls selling gifts – and carollers from 7pm. Return on Christmas Eve for live music and merriment before the big day.
BASKET CASE Check out the treat box from Vanderlyle, which features cashew ‘faux-gras’ parfait (this image), tangy marmalade, chutney and more. Burwash Manor (hamper below) is another great spot for Christmas foodie treats
FESTIVE FARE Heavenly hampers
FOODIES WILL BE WELL CATERED FOR THIS CHRISTMAS WITH A SPECTACULAR RANGE OF GIFT HAMPERS FROM LOCAL DELIS, FARM SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS
CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT On 11 and 18 December, the Town & Gown hosts some festive family fun. Resident singers provide live music while you tuck into a feast of turkey bap, roasted chestnuts and hot toddies.
Burwash Larder gives you the chance to make up your very own hamper full of festive fare to suit any taste and budget. All hampers are made from old crates and stuffed with wood wool, making them a highly sustainable option. The Larder will be open late until 7pm every Wednesday in December – find it just outside Cambridge in the rural farmland of Burwash Manor. Il Mercato in the Grafton centre provides a bespoke hamper service that allows customers to choose their favourite produce from the Mediterranean – cured meats, smoked cheeses, olive oil, wines, sweet treats, chocolates and more. You’ll also find a range of panettone, from the traditional to the more unusual, including pear and chocolate, wild berries, tiramisu, pineapple and apricot, Baileys and more! Vanderlyle’s festive treat boxes are the go-to option for lovers of plant-based food, with each edible delight designed to elevate dishes or be enjoyed alone. Inside the box, find a wide range of Vanderlyle specialities, including decadent cashew ‘faux-gras’ parfait, tangy marmalade, pistachio and cranberry cantucci, chutney made with vegetables from local producer Flourish, as well as many other tantalising treats! Meadows is well-known for its cheese, so it’s no surprise that the bestseller each Christmas is its ultimate nibbles and cheese hamper. Inside, you’ll find a selection of cheeses with perfectly paired accompaniments, including roasted almonds by Oliveology, Rosebud Preserves’ fig chutney and a Paiarrop date and almond
CHRISTMAS WINE TASTING Market House will host a Christmas wine tasting with owner and founder Bill Brogan on 6 December. Try six hand-selected wines, including champagne and port. Spaces are limited, so book fast!
wheel. Plus, there are some sweet treats like Arabica pomegranate dressing or pistachio turkish delight! Bury Lane is a haven for foodies, too, boasting its very own traditional butchers, British artisan cheese counter, a beer and wine cellar, plus enormous food hall. Its hampers make the perfect Christmas gift and come in a range of sizes, from small recyclable boxes to huge luxury baskets. Pick up a ready-made hamper, or tailor it specifically for your loved one.
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