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Festive alcohol

For many families around Aotearoa, Christmas is synonymous with a wee tipple. Whether you’re sipping bubbles before the big meal, serving wine alongside the turkey or enjoying a couple of digestifs post pavlova, Christmas is a time for indulgence and holiday spirit. Here are some of the dish team’s favourite ways to incorporate festive alcohol into your celebrations – for the ultimate special touch.

Macerate fruit

Use your). We also love it swirled through yoghurt or good-quality vanilla ice cream for a cooling treat.

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