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Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned cook, it’s always good to have some expert advice to hand when it comes time to make the most important meal of the year. That’s why we asked the head chefs at some of the UK’s best restaurants to share their tips and twists on the festive classics – from Christmas pudding and turkey alternatives to excellent gravy recipes.

From a long-awaited residency by one of the capital’s most revered chefs to the coolest BBQ tools we’ve seen in ages, these are the food and drink launches you should know about.