If you’re bored of Christmas sarnies and advent calendar chocolate, we’ve got you covered. From turkey tacos to mince pie naans, here are the most delicious festive dishes to try in London.
3 bird wontonmen at Bone Daddies
What is it: Pheasant, duck and turkey wontons in a spicy miso broth, with pulled duck, spring onions, and chilli garlic butter.What else is good? – Turkey katsu curry, crispy sprouts, and mulled umeshu (Japanese plum wine).
Hazelnut Rocher at 34 Mayfair
What is it: An indulgent twist on the classic Ferrero Rocher, made with a hazelnut and biscuit ganache, hazelnut mousse, a hot chocolate sauce and golden flecks.What else is good? – Christmas pudding soufflé and ‘Under the Mistletoe’ cocktail made with Earl Grey infused gin.
Duck bun at PittaBun
What is it: A pitta pocket stuffed with duck confit, sweet potato puree, rocket salad, toasted walnuts, and prunes. The icing on the cake is a drizzle of prune syrup.What else is good? – All other menu items are 20% off this month so there’s never been a better time to visit.
Deep-fried sprouts at Poppies
What is it: Deep-fried sprouts – a very festive side dish for your fish and chips. They’re on the menu at Poppies in Camden, Soho and Spitalfields.What else is good? – Edible glitter for your chips! Red if you’ve been good and charcoal if you’re naughty.
Christmas nuggets at Hawksmoor Spitalfields Bar
What is it: Turkey, pigs-in-blankets and stuffing with a secret four cheese filling and cranberry ketchup for dipping. These are the ultimate festive bar snack.What else is good? – Try the legendary Hawksmoor Christmas burger or the short-rib French dip.
XXXMas Garbage Plate at MEATliquor
What is it: Free-range Herons Farm roast turkey, pigs in blankets and crispy stuffing crumbles over fries, with gravy and cranberry sauce on the side.What else is good? – Don’t miss the deep-fried camembert and stilton mac ‘n’ cheese logs with cranberry dip.
White chocolate igloo at PF Chang's Asian Table
What is it: A white chocolate mousse igloo made with a surprise centre of redcurrant jelly and pistachio sponge on top of a shortbread biscuit.What else is good? – The Christmas menu includes Asian crab cakes, five spice pork belly, and fragrant mussels.
Festive pizza at Radici
What is it: A limited edition pizza topped with turkey meatballs, pumpkin, Brussels sprouts, cranberries, and ‘nduja (spicy, spreadable pork sausage).What else is good? – Enjoy festive cicchetti and Amaro Montenegro cocktails on their heated winter terrace.
Loaded roasties at Ben's Canteen
What is it: Duck fat roast potatoes topped with sausage, sage and onion stuffing, crispy bacon, sprouts, spiced red cabbage, and red wine gravy to drizzle over.What else is good? – Try their Xmas turkey burger with cola braised ham and bacon and chestnut mayo.
Mince pie naan at Cinnamon Bazaar
What is it: A buttery naan bread stuffed with fruits, nuts and spices that have been marinated in dark rum, brandy and red wine for six months.What else is good? – Rich paneer butter masala, Kolkata spiced cod, and their lamb rogan josh shepherd’s pie.
Turkey tacos at Cantina Laredo
What is it: Grilled turkey tacos with pork sausage, bread sauce, cranberry salsa, Brussels sprouts, and crispy potatoes. Christmas with a Mexican twist!What else is good? – Sprout-infused Margaritas and buñuelos filled with Christmas cake and eggnog buttercream.
Turkey dog at Foxlow
What is it: A turkey hot dog with sugar-pit bacon & cranberry hot sauce, back by popular demand at Foxlow’s restaurants in Soho, Clerkenwell, and Balham.What else is good? – Choose from five festive cocktails, including a Christmas Negroni spiked with mince pie liqueur.
If you’re still looking for the perfect place to host a party or celebrate on Christmas Day, try a search on OpenTable or ask our experts for tips on twitter.
