Many people worry that a turkey is difficult to cook as it can dry out easily. Use our turkey cooking time calculator to make sure your turkey stays moist and juicy, without being under-cooked.

You want to relax and enjoy yourself on Christmas day, not spend every minute in the kitchen. So take a moment to plan ahead for fun and family time.

When cooking meat it’s important to check that it is cooked thoroughly to protect yourself and others from food poisoning.

We all like to get the best out of barbecue season — probably because we only get to enjoy it for a few glorious weeks every year.

Nobody wants to be laid up with food poisoning when they could be exploring and having fun. But it happens to hundreds of holiday makers each year.

Picnics are a great way to enjoy the outdoors. Here are some tips to help you to keep your food safe when you’re away from the kitchen.

Keep it cool

Leftovers can be great, so make the most of them! Leftovers are also a great way of making the most of your budget.

1. Be fridge ready

Get your fridge ready for the festive season by:

Turkey leftovers are one of the joys of the few days after Christmas, but you don't want more turkey than you can eat - or worse, a turkey that's too small to feed everybody.