Tesco Christmas food and drinks 2021: Top 16 picks


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Grace Lindsay
Grace LindsayFashion & Ecommerce Writer
Updated: November 15, 2021

Christmas is fast approaching, which means our favourite supermarkets have started to release their festive offerings, and this year is looking to be the best one yet.

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From seafood platters to showstopping desserts and award-winning champagne, Tesco has gone all out to provide you with the ultimate Christmas spread that will be sure to impress all your friends and family.

They also have lots of vegan, dairy and gluten free options, making the festive season easy for everyone, no matter what your dietary needs.

Take a look at our top 16 picks from Tesco's Christmas collection…

Tesco's Christmas dinner

Maple and Bourbon Crackling Gammon Joint

Gammon is always a crowd pleaser, but Tesco's maple and bourbon glaze will take yours to the next level, creating a rich, sweet and sticky crackling.

Glazed ham on a platter with rosemary and cranberries, text '2+ weeks'.

Maple and Bourbon Crackling Gammon Joint, £16, Tesco

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Scottish Salmon with a Maple and Orange Glaze

It wouldn’t be Christmas without a bit of salmon, and with its honey and clementine glaze, caramelised orange slices, caramelised orange zest and parsley, it might just become the star of the show.

Glazed salmon fillet with orange slices on a black plate, '3+ days' text nearby.

Scottish Salmon with a Maple and Orange Glaze, £18, Tesco

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Tomahawk Steak with Wild Garlic and Sea Salt Butter

Although steak might not be a typical festive food, this tomahawk steak from Tesco is amazing value for money, and is perfect for anyone looking for a turkey alternative.

Grilled steak with herb butter on a rectangular slate plate, '5+ days' text overlay.

Tomahawk Steak with Wild Garlic and Sea Salt Butter, £27, Tesco

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Candy Cane Pigs in Blanket with Orange and Maple Glaze

We love these candy cane style pigs in blankets, and our mouths are practically watering at the sound of the spiced sugar glazed smoked streaky bacon, yum!

Glazed sausages on a plate with '4+ days' text above.

Candy Cane Pigs in Blanket with Orange and Maple Glaze, £6, Tesco

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Three Cheese Cauliflower Gratin

Veg doesn’t have to be boring, especially not when it contains extra mature Cheddar, Red Leicester and Pecorino cheeses and a herb breadcrumb.

A casserole dish filled with creamy, cheesy cauliflower. Text overlay reads '5+ days'.

Three Cheese Cauliflower Gratin, £6, Tesco

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Stuffed Half Butternut Squash

For those that are looking for meat alternatives, why not try out this stuffed butternut squash? It is filled with apple, beetroot and green lentils and is topped with a crumb mixed with pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and herbs. Simply carve into thick slices and serve.

Roasted squash topped with colorful seeds on a dark slate board.

Stuffed Half Butternut Squash, £9, Tesco

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Tesco's Christmas desserts

Chocolate and Orange Christmas Plant Pots

These desserts are definitely a conversation starter. The pots are filled with chocolate and orange mousse and topped with a cocoa digestive crumb, white chocolate decoration and gold dusting.

Four orange pots with star-shaped cookies on a black plate.

Chocolate and Orange Christmas Plant Pots, £8, Tesco

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Croquembouche

If you have a lot of guests this year, then this should do the trick! The 60 choux pastry profiteroles are filled with cream and come with caramel sauce, chocolate sauce and bronze chocolate coated honeycomb. Simply drizzle the chocolate sauce over the top, then decorate with the bronze honeycomb.

A tower of golden pastries with chocolate sauce and nuts, on a gold tray.

Croquembouche, £15, Tesco

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Passion Fruit Sleigh

The passion fruit sleigh consists of a baked orange cheesecake batter on a sponge base, layered with sponge and passion fruit glaze and topped with passion fruit mousse. Need we say more?

Layered cheesecake with caramel and cream, topped with chocolate reindeer and '4+ days' text.

Passion Fruit Sleigh, £10, Tesco

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Sticky Toffee and Pecan Croissant Star

For something a little different, we love the idea of this croissant star, perfect for pairing with a cup of coffee in the evening.

Heart-shaped pastry box with spiral cinnamon rolls topped with nuts, lasting 4+ days.

Sticky Toffee and Pecan Croissant Star, £8, Tesco

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Tesco's party food

Three Tier Seafood Platter with Marie Rose Sauce

This seafood platter contains a whole lobster, king prawns, crab and smoked salmon so there is something for everyone to enjoy.

A three-tiered tray displays an assortment of seafood including shrimp, lobster, and clams.

Three Tier Seafood Platter, £50, Tesco

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Pork Cranberry and Stuffing Candy Cane Sausage Roll

This creative take on a classic dish is perfect for Christmas parties, with a mouthwatering combination of pork, stuffing, cranberry and orange zest.

Savory pastry shaped like a candy cane on a gray board, with '6+ days' text.

Pork Cranberry and Stuffing Candy Cane Sausage Roll, £9, Tesco

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Tesco's Free From and Vegan Christmas food

Wicked Kitchen No Turkey Roast Crown

We have tested this meat-free 'turkey' ourselves and can confirm that it is absolutely delicious! It is made from wheat protein and comes with a sage and onion stuffing, a garlic melt and bay leaves.

Sliced chicken breast with herbs and butter on a gray plate. Text: 6+ days.

Wicked Kitchen No Turkey Roast Crown, £5, Tesco

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Wicked Kitchen Chocolate & Salted Caramel Cake

For dessert, check out this chocolate and salted caramel cake. It is filled with a salted caramel sauce and finished with Belgian chocolate frosting and sugar paste decorations.

A chocolate cake with a slice removed, decorated with stars and caramel drizzle.

Wicked Kitchen Chocolate & Salted Caramel Cake, £7, Tesco

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Tesco's Christmas drinks

Tesco Finest Premier Cru Brut Champagne

This award-winning champagne is such great value for money at only £21 a bottle, perfect for pairing with your morning glass of bucks fizz.

Bottle of champagne with 'finest' label and IWSC Gold 2021 award.

Premier Cru Brut Champagne, £21, Tesco

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Gingerbread Latte Cream Liqueur

The gingerbread latte cream liqueur is designed to be served over ice or in a liqueur coffee with a whip of cream. If only we could have this in our coffee all year round…

Bottle of Finest Irish Cream Liqueur Gingerbread Latte with signature.

Gingerbread Latte Cream Liqueur, £12, Tesco

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