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From foodie gifts to stylish home accessories, Dobbies is home to festive favourites at a great price
At last, the most wonderful time of the year is upon us, and you’ll find everything you need to celebrate it in style at Dobbies. From stunning trees and wreaths to showstopping baubles and decorations, it’s the go-to destination for all things Christmas – and happily, your festive favourites won’t cost you a fortune, with baubles starting from only £1.49.
Deck the halls
This year, Dobbies has made it even easier to give your home a touch of festive sparkle by curating six new decorative themes, to suit a wide range of interior styles. For a traditional Christmas with a retro twist, there’s Festive Dreaming. This range is packed full of classic red and gold tones, so it’s sure to evoke a welcome bit of nostalgia, as will Let’s Celebrate, a joyful collection featuring primary colours lifted by fresh white and French grey.
Taking inspiration from the beauty of the Northern Lights, Moonlight & Sparkle uniquely combines deep blues with lavender tones to bring a hint of warmth to an otherwise icy colour scheme. The French-inspired Maison Luxe, meanwhile, blends soft neutrals and antique golds for a more romantic feel.
If you love immersing yourself in nature, then the Nordic Wonder range is for you. This earthy theme blends natural wood elements with layers of green, so you can really bring the outside in. For something a little more contemporary, try Natural Noelle. A minimalist fusion of Japanese and Scandinavian design, it contrasts on-trend neutrals with complementary tones of pink and charcoal.
Trees worth pining for
When it comes to trees, Dobbies has something for every space. For those who like to keep it real, the horticultural team has selected only the best sustainable varieties, including traditional favourites such as Nordmann Fir from only £19.99 and more unusual types like Blue Spruce. Those who prefer to go faux will also be spoilt for choice – in fact, some artificial trees are so close to the real thing, your guests may not even be able to tell the difference!
Eat, drink and be merry
Of course, Christmas prepping can be hard work, so take a well-deserved break with a festive afternoon tea while you’re at Dobbies. Along with a selection of freshly made finger sandwiches, you can enjoy mini seasonal scones served with Cornish clotted cream and a pot of jam, a whole host of delicious Christmas-inspired sweet treats, plus unlimited tea and coffee refills – all for just £20 for two people.
The food halls are also bursting with fabulous treats for the foodies in your life, be it an alternative hamper or a quality preserve you want to gift. Or perhaps you’re after a little something for yourself? Whether it’s nibbles for a get-together or Christmas dinner essentials you require, Dobbies is your go-to place for every culinary occasion. Need a little inspiration to get you started? Why not give these goat’s cheese bonbons a go? They’re the perfect dinner party canapé.
Goat’s cheese bonbons
Ingredients
handful mixed green herbs (parsley, dill, chives), finely chopped
1 tbsp peppercorns, crushed
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
3 tbsp toasted hazelnuts or walnuts, chopped
300g goat’s cheese
Method
1. Line a tray with baking parchment. On four separate plates, spread the chopped herbs, the peppercorns, sesame seeds and the nuts, in a thin layer.
2. Divide the goat’s cheese into 24 equal portions, then roll each one into a small, walnut-sized ball, placing them onto the baking parchment as you go.
3. Take a goat’s cheese ball and roll it through the herb mixture to coat all over, then place it on the lined tray. Repeat with another five balls. Do the same with the peppercorn, sesame and hazelnut coatings, so there’s six of each flavour. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 mins before serving.