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18 Must-Try Festive Recipes

James Colquhoun James Colquhoun | Dec 18, 2019 2 min read 17K Views
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Christmas in our kitchen has always been about coming together to share beautiful food. We all contribute what we can, using fresh local ingredients from whatever corner of the world we find ourselves in. Food is an amazing opportunity for connection, where our family and friends come together to share an experience, and there’s no better present you can give than a nourishing meal and your presence.

These holidays I’ve brought together a list of some of my favorite recipes for the festive season, best shared with your loved ones and a side of seasonal joy.

Maple Walnut Hasselback Butternut Squash

Roasted Cauliflower, Mushroom & Wild Rice Salad

Brussel Sprouts, Cranberry & Walnut Salad

Wild Rice Quinoa & Mixed Mushroom Salad

Gluten-Free Parsnip & Apple Stuffing

Whole Roasted Cauliflower

Condiments to Help You Digest Your Food

Hazelnut Truffles

Pineapple Granita with Coconut Yogurt & Toasted Coconut Macadamia

Christmas Gingerbread Cookies

White Christmas Truffles

Christmas Gingerbread Smoothie

Layered Quinoa Trifle

Spiced Fruit Bake With Homemade Vanilla Custard

Gingerbread Mousse With Mini Gingerbread Bliss Balls

Vegan “Eggnog”

Strawberry, Mint and Rosemary Mojito

Raspberry Lime & Pomegranate Water Kefir


James Colquhoun

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James Colquhoun

James Colquhoun is the filmmaker behind Food Matters, Hungry For Change, and Transcendence Seasons 1 & 2 and founder of Food Matters and FMTV. Along with Laurentine ten Bosch, James founded the Food Matters community …