4 weeks to go – Explore gift ideas
It’s easy to go gift crazy. Write a list of the people you need to buy for and order any online shopping now so they arrive in time. Edible gifts are a great idea. Make them now and you can freeze them if they’re well wrapped. We recommend cookies, fudge or rum balls.
3 weeks to go – Spruce it up
Buy the tree and deck the halls!
Shop for all your cards and wrapping paper, grab some jars and cute cardboard packaging to put your edible gifts in – then you’ll have something at hand for those unexpected gifts you need to give.
2 weeks to go – Stock up and stash
Finalise menus for Christmas Day and any other holiday parties you have planned. We recommend easy recipes like brownie, caramel slice and key lime tart that will impress and delight for those work shared lunches or gatherings with friends and family.
Spread out your grocery shop by keeping an eye out for specials and start purchasing non-perishable items in advance.
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1 week to go – Get cleaning
Take this opportunity to do some decluttering around the home. It feels good and you may even free up extra space for decorations and presents…
Clear out your refrigerator. Toss old leftovers to make room for big dishes and ingredients that you need for the holiday season.
2 days to go – Host with the most
Review the Christmas menu, finish the baking, as well as any gift and grocery shopping.
Make sure you’ve got enough chairs, plates and cutlery for all your guests.
1 day to go – Wrap it up
Do any cooking and baking that can be done the day before. For desserts that wow check out our deconstructed banoffee pie, cheesecake and easy ice cream recipes.
It’s time for the finishing touches:
A final tidy up or taking a moment to prepare the table. That last-minute gift wrapping can even get you in the festive spirit!
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