At Christmas We Feast

Annie Gray

Find out which turkey dish resembled “a seagull with broken wings” and how Fanny Craddock revolutionised a nation’s stuffing techniques in Annie Gray’s fascinating account of festive food through the ages. Discover how to make authentic 17th-century mincemeat, why Cromwell was reputed to have banned mince-pies (spoiler – he didn’t!) and how the Victorians reinvented Christmas traditions as we know them today. Perfect for perusing after the plum pud, it’s the ideal gift for foodies and history lovers alike.

Profile Books, RRP £12.99