Mary Berry Serves Up Ultimate Christmas Feast in New Special
Mary Berry is back with a festive bang, sharing her ultimate Christmas feast packed with classic recipes perfected over 50 years. She kicks off with a simple yet tasty Stilton and sage mini scone canapé, then moves on to her signature lemon and herb roast turkey with all the trimmings: crispy roast potatoes, ruby red cabbage, and apricot and chestnut stuffing.
Festive Flavours From Celebrity Chef Friends
Mary visits top chefs to explore festive dishes inspired by their heritage. At Angela Hartnett’s home, she crafts rich pumpkin ricotta tortelli, an Italian family tradition. Monica Galetti welcomes Mary to her London restaurant, where she whips up a Samoan palusami twist featuring smoked haddock, cavolo nero, and sourdough – perfect for serving on Christmas Day.
Mary and TV host Rylan even head to a ‘pick your own’ vegetable farm to cook a kid-friendly dish of Brussels sprouts with peas and cashews, hoping to convert sprout sceptics this Christmas.
Mary’s Message for a Memorable Christmas
“Christmas has always been special, but lately it’s been tough – whether from the pain of lost loved ones or the cost of feeding large families. In this special, I bring you everything you need, plus handy tips, to make your festive day one to remember fondly.” – Mary Berry
She also shows how to create a stunning, eco-friendly Christmas centerpiece from foraged greenery – perfect for making your table look festive without breaking the bank.
Sweet Finishes and Star Power Praise
To top off the feast, Mary shares two classic desserts: a rich, traditional British Christmas pudding loaded with dried fruit and nuts, served with boozy cream; and a show-stopping festive trifle layered with custard, cream, sponge cake, pear, and topped with spun sugar.
Catherine Catton, BBC’s Head of Factual Entertainment, says: “With Dame Mary joined by Angela, Monica and Rylan, this Christmas feast promises to be unforgettable. From perfect roast potatoes to stress-free starters and clever table dressing ideas, Mary has it all covered.”
Zara Frankel of PBS adds: “We’re thrilled to bring Mary Berry back this holiday season. From shopping to dessert, she serves up classic dishes with her fuss-free style, warmth, and fun – and everyone’s invited!”
