No time, no problem – here are all the traditional favourites to make your table shine.
Christmas Day has a way of sneaking up on us. If you’ve suddenly realised you’ve got more guests than game plan, don’t panic, Bluff Meat Supply and Umhlanga Rocks Superspar have everything you need to save the day. From succulent cuts and ready-to-cook roasts to vibrant salads and decadent desserts, these classic favourites make it easy to present a Christmas lunch that looks like you planned it weeks in advance. Armed with this festive know-how, all that’s left to do is grab a trolley, turn up the carols, and make this last-minute Christmas lunch one to remember!
From Bluff Meat Supply
Pineapple Gammon
This bone-in gammon is the ultimate holiday roast. It is coated in a rich glaze of maple syrup, brown sugar, and Chinese five spices. The final touch is the pineapple rings and the bright red glace cherries, ensuring this main course is both a feast for the eyes and a perfect balance of salty, sweet, and spicy flavours.
Since this recipe is robust and sweet enough to stand alone, it doesn’t need any additional condiments, glazes, or sauces.
This beautiful gammon is, however, best served with a portion of duck fat roasted potatoes. A holiday favourite, it’s crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
When it comes to best plating practise, we suggest drizzling a small amount of the remaining glaze over the sliced meat just before serving or brushing the cut edges lightly.
For a memorable impression, garnish the platter with a few fresh, thinly sliced orange wheels or cinnamon sticks for an aromatic, festive touch.
Roast Leg of Lamb
The perfect dish to make your Christmas lunch special. It’s soft, juicy, and full of flavour. The lamb is slow-roasted with garlic, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, and olive oil, making it tender and tasty with a wonderful smell that fills your kitchen.
Serve it with roast potatoes, mint sauce, and your favourite veggies for a meal your family will love and enjoy.
Before serving the platter at the table, lightly spoon some of the juices from the pan or your mint sauce over the sliced meat to keep it glistening and moist.
Use the leftover lamb for wraps with grated cucumber, sour cream dip, and lettuce, an easy and delicious meal for Boxing Day.
Roast Chicken
Bluff Meat Supply’s roast chicken is the star of any table. It’s soft and juicy on the inside, with a crispy, golden skin on the outside – the kind of meal that makes everyone smile.
For extra flavour, brush your chicken with butter, garlic, and lemon after roasting. Then serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted carrots and pour on some gravy.
To make serving easier, consider carving the chicken in the kitchen first and then arranging all the pieces on a large platter, making sure the crispy skin is facing up. It’s less messy and allows your guests to easily select their preferred cut.
Turn leftover roast chicken into chicken and mayo sandwiches.
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From Umhlanga Rocks Superspar
Festive Platter
This generous platter was assembled using a selection of Dargle Valley Meats, Mezzo breadsticks (seeded or plain), Mediterranean Kitchen dips, a range of preserves, and cheeses. Grapes, broccoli sprouts, flowers, fragrant rosemary sprigs, and delectable strawberries were used for styling. All items are available in store.
Mince Pies
These need no introduction. Golden buttery pastry filled with rich, spiced minced fruit, and made in-house – no Christmas feast is complete without them!
Pavlova Wreath
A playful take on a South African favourite. This dessert comes together in minutes by spooning thick whipped cream in a wreath shape, then decorating with macarons, meringues, fresh cherries, strawberries and plum slices. Garnish with sprigs of mint and edible flowers for a show-stopping (but super easy) dessert.
Gingerbread House Kits
The Umhlanga Rocks Superspar stocks the “Build Your Own Gingerbread House” Kits, a fun activity that keeps both kids and adults entertained. No baking required, just the joy of decorating and eating. Each kit includes pre-baked pieces, icing, and sweet decorations for a fuss-free holiday treat.
Gourmet Slider Platter
Available exclusively from Umhlanga Rocks Superspar and SPAR Gourmet Zimbali Oasis, this one is the easiest of all, as it requires no assembly at home. That’s right – the Gourmet Slider Platter is part of a range of gourmet, one-of-a-kind platters that sit a step above traditional SPAR platters and can be ordered from these two top-tier stores.
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Words by: Jacqueline Herbst