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Waitrose Christmas Food
It’s that time of year again when all the major UK supermarkets unveil their Christmas food offerings!
We have been given an exclusive sneak peek at the Waitrose 2026 Christmas Food range, which looks incredible.
There are delicious new offerings, including Polly the Polar Bear Cheesecake and Bao Buns, A Turkey, Chicken & Duck Pie with Champagne Sauce and more. Check it out
Waitrose Christmas 2026 – Key Trends
Waitrose is going big on flavour this Christmas, combining exciting global influences with all the festive favourites we know and love. The 2026 range includes restaurant-inspired party food, indulgent twists on traditional Christmas classics, show-stopping desserts and some exciting chef collaborations.
While there are plenty of bold new flavours and eye-catching dishes designed to impress, Waitrose hasn’t forgotten the classics, with all the traditional Christmas trimmings still firmly on the menu.
The Christmas Party Food & Canapés
There are some delicious-looking side dishes and party foods on offer this year at Waitrose…
- Handmade Polar Bear Bao Buns
- The No.1 Lobster & Prawn Vol Au Vents
- No.1 Ham & Cheese Croissant Stacks
- Creamy Carbonara Hot Melting Dip
- Smoky Garlic & Chilli Prawn Bites
- No.1 Sticky Beef Teriyaki Skewers
- Spicy Marg Olives
- 1 Fish Pie Tartlets
Waitrose Christmas Vegan Dishes
This range just keeps expanding and we’re so here for it! This year, Waitrose has outdone itself with its vegan offerings.
- No.1 Red Onion & Shallot Tarte Tatin
- No.1 Rainbow Vegetable Rosti Stack
Waitrose Christmas Mains
- No.1 Whole Cooked Wild British Lobster
- No.1 Perfectly Pink British Wing Rib of Beef
- No.1 Slow Cooked British Free Range Gammon Joint with Triple Citrus Marmalade Glaze
- No.1 Free Range Whole Goose with Giblets
- No.1 Slow Cooked Double Butter Basted Free Range Turkey Crown
- No1 British Free Range Bourbon Red Heritage Breed Turkey
- British Free Range Turkey Crown
- British Free Range Whole Turkey
Waitrose Christmas Desserts
- Polly the Polar Bear Cheesecake
- No.1 Frosted Raspberry Snowflake
- No.1 Pistachio & Sour Cherry Frangipane Mince Pies
- Maple & Pecan Blondie Pies
- No.1 Jewelled Winter Berry Panna Cotta
- No.1 Mandarin Crown Cheesecake
- No.1 Double Chocolate Little Gifts
- No.1 Pistachio & Sour Cherry Panettone
- Orange Spritz Panettone
Maddy Wilson, Waitrose Director of Own Brand, says:
Christmas is about bringing people together over exceptional food. This year, we’ve blended nostalgic traditions with vibrant, global flavours to ensure every moment – from the first starter to the final toast – is packed with festive joy and is perfect for every food lover.”
As soon as the range becomes available to shop at Waitrose, Online and in stores, you will find it here.
FAQs
When does Waitrose Start Selling Christmas Food?
Waitrose usually launches most of its Christmas range in November, with fresh items being held back until December.
How do I get a Christmas Delivery Slot at Waitrose?
Waitrose releases its Christmas Grocery delivery slots at the end of September; these are all £3 each and available to everyone.
What time do Waitrose Christmas delivery slots become available?
Once Waitrose announces the dates when the Christmas delivery slots will go live, you can expect to be able to book from 6 am that morning.
If you want to know when Waitrose will be dropping their slots, here we track and reveal Supermarket Christmas Delivery Slots 2026
This is just a sneak peek at what will be on offer at Waitrose for Christmas 2026.
As more food is unveiled, we will add it here, so be sure to check back frequently.
