Mary Berry's foolproof Christmas cake and pudding recipes in full

Christmas is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time for families to snuggle up and enjoy some festive films.This year, there are loads of great movies on TV and streaming platforms that are perfect for kids or the inner child in you. Disney+, Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video have a fantastic selection of animated hits and Christmas classics that are rated U or PG so, parents can relax knowing their little ones are watching suitable content, reports TV critic for The Mirror. Plus, you can take advantage of money-saving deals or even watch some films for free with Amazon's 30-day free trial or Apple TV+'s seven-day free trial.

Over the years, the Royal Family have introduced many customs which have gone on to become popular traditions. One of the most famous of these is the Christmas tree which is thought to have first seen in the UK thanks to King George III's wife, Queen Charlotte.

It’s almost Christmas time, and that means Tom Cruise has sent out his amazing cake that celebrities rave about all year! By the way: the cake is available to purchase now on Goldbelly (and it’s worth the wait!)

Mary Berry has described this Victoria sponge cake as one of her "favourites" to bake, as she reminisced on her love of baking.

This Christmas, many of us will be sitting down with our families and looking forward to something sweet after dinner. From mince pies and pud to cake and trifle, there's a huge choice out there when it comes to tasty festive treats. But it's all too easy to stick to the same desserts every year.

When we're asked to name our favourite festive songs, the list usually contains classics such as All I Want for Christmas Is You, Baby It's Cold Outside and Last Christmas. But it would seem that the Prince of Wales' song of choice is far from traditional when he confessed what it was during a Christmas interview with young children for the Royal Marsden Hospital radio station.The surprising revelation, which is also a sweet nod to Prince William's incredible hidden talent, also saw us learn what his go-to festive film is and the board game he's not played with his three children.

Sometimes there's nothing quite like a classic bake - and this gingerbread is top notch. What's more, is there anything better than gingerbread, at Christmas, by Mary Berry? We doubt it! This simple recipe combines all the warm and spicy flavours you'd expect from this classic including cinnamon, mixed spice, black treacle and golden syrup - just divine! Stick the kettle on or pour your favourite frothy coffee, get a festive film at the ready and cut the biggest slice of this you can manage - it's Christmas after all... Iced Gingerbread with Stem Ginger Serves 16 Ingredients 115g butter, softened 115g light muscovado sugar 2 large eggs 150g black treacle 150g golden syrup 225g plain flour 1 level tsp ground ginger 1 level tsp ground mixed spice ½ level tsp bicarbonate of soda 2 tbsp milk For the icing 175g icing sugar 3 tbsp stem ginger syrup 1 bulb stem ginger, finely chopped 1.

Christmas is a time for delicious food, drink and laughter with family and friends. Some people also have their own traditions that they honour every year without fail, like making a Christmas cake. If you want to make your own but you don't know where to start, follow Mary Berry's classic recipe below that we have picked for you to try.

Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England, has been the go-to holiday getaway for the royal family ever since 1862, when Queen Victoria purchased the home for one of her sons, the future Edward VII.The country home has long been the location for the Windsor clan to gather and celebrate each New Year holiday.The jolly holly festivities are typified by merry traditions that King Charles, Queen Camilla and the rest of the Firm can enjoy as they come together.Despite Sandringham being a place of joyful memories, it also involves some tragic ones as well.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have released their official annual Christmas card, and fans everywhere are delighted with this year's offering. For the 2023 festive season, the famous couple have chosen a sweet still from Harry's recent Invictus Games, which were held in Düsseldorf, Germany, back in September.

Eva Mendes is reminiscing. The Cuban-American actress shared a photo on her Instgram, showing her as a child enjoying Christmas, surrounded by dolls and a Christmas tree. In the caption, Mendes shared some stories of her youth and the magic of the holidays.

Tom Cruise: a $125 coconut cake.In what has now become an annual tradition, the Mission: Impossible star sends hundreds of the same bakery item to friends and colleagues, with a personalised hand-written note, over the festive season.The white coconut bundt cake is only made by Doan’s Bakery in Los Angeles and in past years, stars who have been lucky enough to receive one have included Tom Hanks, Kirsten Dunst and Jimmy Fallon.According to reports, Cruise first came across the cake in 2008 when his then-wife Katie Holmes was recommended it from her co-star Diane Keaton. SFGate report that come the holiday season, the bakery in question actually hires a member of staff specifically to handle the orders.Check out some of the lucky recipients so far this Christmas below:This year's Cruise cake has arrived, looking more scrumptious than ever.

Selome Hailu NBC saw solid ratings on Wednesday night with the airing of two Christmas specials Airing from 8-10 p.m. on Nov. 29, the annual “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” special reached an audience of 7 million people when accounting for three days of delayed viewing across NBC, Peacock and digital platforms.

Ethan Shanfeld In Todd Haynes’ Netflix drama “May December,” the subject of a decades-old tabloid sex scandal is visited by a famous actress set to portray her in a film. Julianne Moore plays Gracie Atherton-Yoo, who was 36 years old when she was caught having sex with Joe, a 13-year-old boy who worked with her at a pet store. After having his first child from behind bars, Gracie began her life with Joe (Charles Melton), who is now the same age Gracie was when they first met.

A perfect dessert for Christmas dinner would be a roulade, and there are many ways to prepare this stunning dish. Many people opt for fruity and creamy versions, whereas there are also nutty options and the decadent chocolate recipe.

The Jesus & Mary Chain have announced new album ‘Glasgow Eyes’ and shared new single ‘jamcod’. Check out the video first on NME below, along with details of their 2024 UK and European tour and our interview with Jim Reid.Marking 40 years since the release of their debut single ‘Upside Down’, 2024 will see the hugely influential band – whose debut album ‘Psychocandy’ is considered a pivotal work in the development of alt-rock, noise pop and shoegaze – release their eighth studio album, an autobiography and a documentary, and also begin a world tour.The 12-track new album was recorded at Mogwai’s Castle Of Doom studio in Glasgow, and finds the band working with electronics and textures that seem to play on the band’s place in a lineage taking in The Velvet Underground and Suicide.

It’s hard to believe that the Great British Bake Off has been delighting audiences for over 13 years, but as the latest series came to its nail-biting conclusion and yet another talented baker was crowed the winner - we can’t help but recall some of the other much loved bakers to have delighted audiences in the tent over the years. From its early beginnings on BBC Two, under the watchful eye of Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood, through to its revival on Channel 4 with Prue Leith at the helm, there has been no shortage of bold personalities and memorable characters in the show’s enduring history.

A classic Christmas morning breakfast is eggs, whether they are fried, poached or scrambled. Poached eggs are such a difficult thing to achieve, but Mary Berry has come to the rescue with a recipe that makes them simple and tasty.

As we head into the festive season, there will be plenty of Christmas movies watched, mulled wine consumed and fun light shows to visit.

A fun activity to partake in over the winter is baking, which can be enjoyed solo or with friends and family - with recipes ranging from beginner to a more intermediate level.