Christmas has a way of bringing everyone back to the table. There’s the anticipation of the first slice of ham, the roast taking centre stage and the happy debate about who gets the last piece of crackling.
Whether you’re hosting a big family lunch or keeping things relaxed with a smaller gathering, Rendina’s Butchery’s Christmas range has plenty of inspiration. From naturally wood-smoked ham and free-range turkey to porchetta and house-made trimmings, here’s how to build a festive feast worth gathering for.
A Christmas classic: naturally wood-smoked ham
If Christmas at your place starts with a ham in the fridge, you’re in good company. It’s a festive favourite that works just as well as the main event as it does sliced alongside salads or tucked into Boxing Day sandwiches.
Our naturally wood-smoked hams are made with accredited free-range pork, with options to suit different tables. Choose a whole ham on the bone for a generous centrepiece, a half ham on the bone for a smaller gathering, or a boneless leg ham for easy carving.
For the finishing touch, pair your ham with Rendina Ham Glaze. Made with honey, Dijon mustard, port, marmalade and orange juice, it brings a sweet, tangy flavour to your Christmas spread.
Free-range turkey, your way
For a traditional Christmas centrepiece, explore our whole free-range, pasture-raised turkey. Serve it with roast vegetables, your favourite gravy and a generous helping of cranberry sauce for a meal that feels unmistakably festive.
Prefer an option that’s straightforward to slice and serve? Our fresh rolled free-range turkey breast comes rolled and netted, with cooking instructions provided with your delivery.
For something with the stuffing already taken care of, try our wild mushroom and cranberry stuffed turkey breast, listed as gluten-free and nut-free. Or choose the savoury stuffed turkey breast with caramelised onion and pistachio, a gluten-free option that contains nuts.
Finish the plate with Rendina Cranberry Sauce, made with cranberries, apple, orange juice and cinnamon.
Make room for a Christmas pork roast
If your family’s first question is “Will there be crackling?”, a pork roast deserves a place on the menu.
Our free-range pork loin with rind on is a tempting choice for a classic roast lunch. Pair it with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and apple sauce for a spread that lets the pork shine.
For a festive feast with an Italian touch, try our Traditional Porchetta Roast. Made with accredited free-range rolled pork loin and seasoned with salt, pepper, aromatic herbs and spices, it’s a lovely way to bring something different to the Christmas table.
Not a turkey household? Make it beef
Christmas dinner doesn’t have to follow a script. If your family loves a beef roast, make that your tradition.
Our Beef Rib Eye Roast makes an appealing alternative to turkey or pork. Build your menu around it with crisp roast potatoes, colourful vegetables and your favourite accompaniments. A Christmas meal should feel special, but it should also be something everyone is excited to eat.
The little extras that complete the feast
A memorable Christmas spread isn’t just about the centrepiece. It’s the extra spoonful of stuffing, the sauce passed around the table and the little bites that disappear before lunch is ready.
Our house-made stuffing options include wild mushroom and cranberry, listed as gluten-free and nut-free, and caramelised onion and pistachio, made with free-range pork mince and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
For festive entertaining, add House Made Pork and Apple Chippolatas or House Made Turkey and Cranberry Chippolatas to your menu. They’re an easy way to carry those Christmas flavours into a casual barbecue or a shared platter.
If you’re catering for allergies or dietary requirements, check the individual product details before ordering, particularly for the pistachio options.
Start planning your Christmas table
Our favourite approach? Choose your centrepiece first, then build the rest of the meal around it. A glazed ham and salads, turkey with all the trimmings, or porchetta with a generous tray of roast vegetables can each make a wonderful Christmas lunch.
However you celebrate, make room for good food, familiar faces and a little time to enjoy it all.
Explore Christmas at Rendina’s Butchery and start putting together your festive feast.
