Looking for Christmas gifts for the foodies in your life? Sue has curated a selection of ideas into her festive cookbook lists. From the small and humorous stocking filler books via classic Christmas books from celebrity chefs to the best new and alternative festive cooking of the season.  Happy Cooking!

The Crisp Sommelier by Neil Ridley. The ideal stocking filler and the perfect guide to your snacking experience! Neil has spent years on intensive personal research before writing this witty book of tips on which snack to eat with your favourite drink. Pickled Onion Monster Munch with your gin cocktail, perhaps? Click here for more foodie stocking fillers.

Advent by Anja Dunk. A gorgeous celebration of festive baking with over 100 classic recipes. Your kitchen will be filled with the aromas of Christmas spices as you bake. Here you will find everything from traditional Lebkuchen and gingerbreads to edible tree decorations and frosted cinnamon stars. Anja has created her own linocut illustrations in this lovely cloth bound book which will be one to treasure. Click here for more festive baking.

Easy Vegan Christmas by Kate Beskow. Take the challenge out of vegan cuisine with this inspirational book of festive recipes. There is something for everyone in here , aiming to please the individual, the vegan family or the occasional vegan guest. With sensible get-ahead tips and brilliant photography to tempt you to try new flavours and dishes, this is a book you will return to year after year. Click here for more alternative Christmas cuisine.

The Festive Air Fryer Cookbook. Christmas can be a busy and expensive time. Here is the first cookbook celebrating the use of the air fryer in festive dining. From crispy turkey to diverse side dishes and festive bakes, you will find everything you need here to create the perfect feast for family and friends alike without blowing your budget. Click here for new Christmas cookbooks.

The Christmas Chronicles by Nigel Slater. Sue’s favourite winter reading ! First published in 2017 and the perfect accompaniment for the winter solstice. Nigel’s warm, intimate voice is clearly heard in this book of musings, memoir, folktales and feasting.  Covering November to January and with over 100 recipes, Nigel celebrates his love of winter, offering comfort and solace through his simple pleasure in food and friendships. Click here for classic Christmas cookbooks.