I must admit, before working on a food magazine I often resembled Scrooge at Christmas. But when you’re sent details teasing the exciting new vegan products coming to stores as early as July, it’s hard not to get in the festive spirit! I’m delighted to welcome you to the first of our Christmas issues, which is absolutely bursting with inspiration to help you have your best Christmas yet. Discover a vast array of tempting recipes that will delight the taste buds of even your most tempestuous guests, from main courses (p12) to Boxing Day brunches (p44).
Whilst Christmas is a jolly occasion, there’s no doubt that it can come with financial pressures, so in this issue we show you how to celebrate on a budget (p30) to lighten the burden. Plus you can get crafty and save your pennies with our edible gift guide (p86) – a great way to show your loved ones how much you care! Spending time with family and friends is one of the great joys of Christmas, but if you want to avoid the typical arguments that can arise with non-vegan guests, check out Veganuary’s guide on how to deal with any awkward situations (p42) so you can keep the peace whilst gently educating your guests.