Food and Drink Festival

Winter Food & Drink Festival 2024

Missed our annual food lovers’ extravaganza? Check out our highlights video! You’ll discover how we brought together top chefs, live masterclasses, and our favourite food and drink producers – all to inspire you this Christmas.

Christmas canapés

Christmas cocktails
Regional Beer, Wine & Spirits Specialist Justin Francis offers top tips for drinks that truly sparkle this season.

Our guide to Christmas drinks

Winter cocktails

Canapés made easy
Get party-ready with highlights from the Waitrose Cookery School’s session, featuring shortcuts to rustling up delicious, hassle-free canapés.

See & shop the recipes

Cheeses to devour

Cheeses to devour
Discover how to build the ultimate festive cheeseboard with Cheese Specialist Pawlina Bednarczyk’s suggestions – plus find the perfect wine pairings.

Our guide to Christmas cheese and wine

Shop the best of the fest below

We’ve gathered the finest Christmas fare, including many products featured at the festival, for you to enjoy at home. The countdown to Christmas starts now!

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All you want for Christmas

We've got everything you need to make the occasion extra special. From show-stopping centrepieces to party nibbles, this is food worth celebrating.