The mince pies look lovely and the pastry is soft without ... Enjoyed alongside a steaming cup of tea it was the perfect midweek sweet treat. They are a quintessential Christmas indulgence.

they’re unavoidable at Christmas parties (and go surprisingly well with a cup of tea at 4pm). If you’ve got some time on your hands, making your own mince pies is also an extremely satisfying ...

Traditional homemade mincemeat is a real treat for mince pies and it is so easy to make ... Cover with a clean tea towel and allow to stand overnight for the fruit to absorb the juice and brandy.

The skilled duo takes on the mammoth task of producing approximately 1200 mince pies each Christmas season to serve at numerous Royal events and festive gatherings across palatial residences.

One of them is mince pies. They may be small in size, but they pack a punch when it comes to flavour. After all, they're fruity, warming and, if you're lucky, put a spring in your step with a ...

Sipsmith, of the infamous mince pie gin, is behind this simple seasonal ... You’ll need to invest in some Christmassy tea (or wait til Christmas Day for the inevitable gift set from an aunt).