The humble turkey has been appearing on our tables from the 16th century. If done right, for Kenny it is still the undisputed king of the Christmas spread. Kenny’s main tip above all else is to cook to temperature to avoid the meat drying and to banish any Christmas stress...

The Smokin’ Elk is a huge advocate of cooking outdoors all year round and yes, that includes Christmas. This year, why not take the turkey outside? Not only does it remove the stress from the kitchen whilst freeing up plenty of oven space for all the trimmings, it can also be the solution to enjoying a socially distanced Christmas with loved ones...

Cooking a safe and succulent Christmas turkey can be a daunting task, but at Thermapen we believe it can be a simple and stress-free experience. We have created an ASMR video that aims to show just how relaxing cooking Christmas dinner can be with a Thermapen, plus this easy but impressive recipe so you can try it out yourself...

We are delighted to have UK BBQ enthusiast James McKay back on the Thermapen blog to present this sweet and succulent barbecued turkey recipe. James shares recipes and guides to barbecuing on his YouTube channel, as well as his blog barbechoo.com...

Making your own sweet treats is great for many reasons. It’s a fun activity, they’re delicious and they make really thoughtful gifts. Fudge is one of our favourites because the creamy and decadent flavour is perfect for indulging...

Billy & Jack‘s succulent ballotine paired with a crisp bubble and squeak fritter, pan fried wild mushrooms and steamed brussels sprouts. The dish is a simple blend of traditional and modern elements of the Christmas dinner, packed with comforting, meaty flavours and sweetened with a light cranberry gel...

Christmas is upon us, we’re all racing around the shops and frantically planning the big day. If you’re cooking the Christmas dinner this year then I’m sure you’re feeling a little stressed about it, so much to do and so little time. We have some wonderful tips about cooking at Christmas time from some of the best in the biz…

Christmas dinner is one of the most important cooks of the year. We plan every element that will make it on to the plate and strive for perfection with all of them. In my house, there are 3 things that must be done well or Christmas dinner just wouldn’t be the same – the ham, the roast potatoes and the sausage meat stuffing...

Today we have a wonderful recipe for you from the super talented and lovely Jane Devonshire. Jane not only won the 2016 BBC Masterchef but she is also the author of ‘Hassle Free Gluten Free’, does demonstrations up and down the country and has worked with numerous renowned chefs at their restaurants, including Jason Atherton, Atol Kochner, Marcus Wareing, Michel Roux and Michael O’Hare...

The Christmas season is now upon us which means that the food and drink festivities can begin! Whether you’re having people over to your house or just looking for a cosy night in, mulled wine will always go down a treat at this time of year. Homemade mulled wine is easy to make and definitely tastes that little bit more special...

At Christmas time we all tend to overindulge, and this glazed gammon joint is worth the indulgence. This would make a great alternative to Turkey or even a wonderful dish served cold at a buffet on Boxing Day. Of course when cooking any meat we recommend using our Thermapen to ensure it is not under or over cooked. A joint of gammon should reach 71°C, ensuring it is perfectly cooked throughout...

Just as you would set the oven to the correct temperature, so it’s necessary to do the same when roasting on your grill. Using a fuel that you’re familiar with it’s important to part the coals (or gas burners) and leave a gap in the centre of the BBQ. With the cooking grate in-place you’re now ready to place the bird in the roasting zone, close the lid, and start cooking...