Christmas seafood, Irish turkey and irresistible chocolate desserts are among the highlights of the new M&S Christmas food 2026 collection. With more than 20 festive products available to order, the range offers plenty of inspiration for hosts who want a memorable feast without doing every part of the cooking from scratch.
From elegant starters and generous sharing dishes to crowd-pleasing cakes, the latest collection combines traditional Christmas favourites with playful centrepieces. Here are some of the standout options catching attention this festive season.
M&S Christmas Food 2026: Seafood and Irish Favourites
Seafood lovers have several tempting choices on the M&S festive menu. The Collection 12 Scottish Oyster Selection Box is priced at €42, while the Collection 4 Lobster, King Prawn and Scallop Thermidor en Croûtes costs €38. For a lighter starter or sharing plate, the Collection Wild Salmon and Smoked Trout Pâté by Tom is available for €30.
For the main event, M&S has introduced three new turkey options, including the Oakham Irish Turkey Crown on the Bone with Sage and Onion Stuffing, priced from €54. It offers the familiar flavour of a traditional Christmas dinner while providing a convenient alternative to preparing a whole bird.
There are also options for guests who prefer something different. The Collection Irish Higher Welfare Sugar Based Gammon costs €26 and could make a practical choice for St Stephen’s Day visitors. Those looking for a richer centrepiece can consider the Collection Slow Cooked Venison and Portobello Mushroom Pie by Tom, priced at €70.
Festive choices for different diets and tastes
Alongside its meat and seafood selection, M&S is bringing back several vegetarian favourites. This gives hosts more flexibility when planning a Christmas table for mixed dietary preferences, whether the meal is a relaxed family gathering or a more formal celebration.
- Seafood starters for a polished beginning
- Irish turkey, gammon and alternative meat centrepieces
- A slow-cooked venison and mushroom pie for sharing
- Vegetarian dishes suitable for festive entertaining
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Chocolate Centrepieces and Christmas Desserts
The dessert range is where the collection becomes especially playful. The Collection Snow Much Fun centrepiece, priced at €32, features a snowman and a chocolate mousse cabin, creating a dramatic finish for the Christmas table.
For sharing, the Collection 6 Chocolate Snowmen costs €22. M&S is also offering the Get Your Skis On Colin the Caterpillar cake for €20, decorated with a chocolate hat and green Christmas trees. The familiar Colin design makes it a fun choice for children’s celebrations and informal family gatherings.
Classic flavours are represented too. The Collection Black Forest Gateau by Tom is priced at €38, while the Passion Fruit and White Chocolate Yule Log costs €22, combining a traditional festive shape with a brighter, fruitier flavour profile.
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When to Order M&S Christmas Food
The M&S Christmas Food To Order magazine is now in stores, giving shoppers the chance to browse the full 2026 selection and organise their festive order ahead of time. Ordering early can be useful for anyone planning a large gathering or hoping to secure one of the collection’s novelty desserts and premium seafood dishes.
Whether you are searching for an impressive starter, an Irish turkey crown or a dessert that doubles as a centrepiece, the range is designed to make Christmas entertaining feel more manageable.
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The takeaway
The M&S Christmas food 2026 range brings together premium seafood, Irish meat options, vegetarian choices and colourful desserts in one convenient festive collection. For hosts who want plenty of choice with less preparation, ordering ahead could be the simplest way to put together a Christmas feast that feels both special and stress-free.
