Why not go against the grain this Christmas, and mark the celebrations with unique and unforgettable meals and experiences?
Namaste Village (Twickenham) and Namaste at OMNOM (Islington)
Vegetarian and vegan Indian brand Namaste Village have launched an epic celebration menu balancing the comfort of home-cooked recipes with the magic of the season, infused with spices, colour, and care. Choose individual dishes as you would from the regular menu, or indulge in the full experience with a special five-course festive selection, for just £35.95 per person. The menu offers starters, soups, mains, sundries and desserts, such as the “Galawati” Kebabs, Spiced Pumpkin & Carrot Soup, a Christmas Masala Dosa, Red Velvet Naans, and Carrot Halwa & Brandy Butter.
With venues across London, Birmingham, Oxford, Cambridge, Norwich and Southend, everyone is invited to enjoy the truest flavours of India for a season of warmth and togetherness.
Doughnation, Covent Garden
At 3 Henrietta St, Covent Garden you’ll find Doughnation, offering their own Christmas fix with a Turkey Cranberry Feast pizza.
This feast for the senses starts with Doughnation’s tried-and-tested formula for the perfect pizza – a soft dough base and rich tomato sauce. Then add to the mix strips of succulent turkey, chipolata sausage pieces, sweet cranberry and rocket. And the best bit? A side of thick gravy dipping sauce to bring this roast dinner to life!
Guests can enjoy the Turkey Cranberry Feast for £18, available every day from Monday 3rd November. And if you’re in the mood for a tipple on the side, make sure to try the new Jingle Bell Spritz Pitcher, with spiced rum, cranberry and prosecco (£18).
If you’re feeling hungry, opt for Doughnation’s Bottomless Pizza and Pitchers festive deal! Enjoy bottomless Turkey Cranberry Feast pizza plus bottomless Jingle Bell Spritz pitchers for £45pp. The perfect Christmassy evening out with friends, colleagues or the family!
These treats can be enjoyed in Doughnation’s cosy restaurant on the ground floor of 3 Henrietta Street, or outside on Doughnation’s heated winter terrace. Cosy up with a blanket and dig into all the flavours of Christmas, whilst taking in the beautiful lights of the Covent Garden piazza.
3 Henrietta St, London WC2E 8PS
Chook Chook, Putney
Celebrate the joy of the season with a specially crafted Christmas menu at this well-loved Indian restaurant. Made with fresh ingredients – perfect for sharing with family, friends, and colleagues – it’s a great place for cosy dinner, a team lunch, or a cheerful evening out.
For £40, feast on a starter, a main course accompanied with house black daal, naans and pliau rice, and a dessert. Stand-out dishes include Curry Leaf Prawns, Duck Vindalo, and Pistachio Kulfi. Pair your meal with one of their festive cocktails like the Cranberry Margarita and Spiced Colada to complete the sugar and spice of Christmas
137 Lower Richmond Rd, London SW15 1EZ
Noodle and Beer, Chinatown
For a touch of luxury this Christmas, head to Noodle and Beer to enjoy their sharing lobster special, featuring a whole freshly prepared lobster served with handmade blanket noodles, rich house sauce and festive golden shimmer.
Priced at £99 for 1.1kg of lobster, the feast serves up to 4 people and will be available to preorder in both Chinatown and Spitalfields branches from 4th December. Enjoy alongside fan favourites like their courgette fries, chicken dumplings, crispy beef jerky, and brown sticky rice cakes to finish.
And don’t forget to try their impressive cocktails, all with a Chinese twist – treat yourself to a Forbidden Pear Martini, Gilded Petal Old Fashioned or Puer Whisky Highball.
Xi Home Dumplings Bay
Xi Home Dumplings Bay, East London’s dumpling hotspot is offering a selection of festive specials inspired by Northeastern Chinese home-style cooking this December.
Available from Monday 24th December, the restaurant is offering four traditional Chinese dishes, each inspired by founder Wenjun’s childhood cooking with her family.
Begin with deep-fried shredded radish balls – a beloved holiday staple consisting of seasoned radish sizzling in hot oil – crispy on the outside and soft within.
Be sure to try the prawn and fish roe wontons with chilli oil for a juicy, flavour filled treat. The wontons are tossed in Xi Home’s signature dry-mix sauce and topped with fiery chilli oil that packs a punch.
The highlight of the offering is the clay pot braised beef short ribs with tomato and sweet cabbage. Inspired by Wenjun’s grandfather’s winter stews, this is a deeply comforting dish to banish the winter blues This rendition blends the bold heartiness of Northeastern cooking with Western slow braising – tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs bathed in bright tomato and cabbage.
And to finish on something sweet, try the Osmanthus-stewed pear – inspired by the simple iced fruits left outside to freeze during Northeastern winters. The pear is gently stewed in golden osmanthus syrup (a sweet, floral syrup) and paired with osmanthus cream cheese and jelly – combining in an East-meets-West delight of French patisserie.
https://www.wjxfoodculture.co.uk
KIBOU, Battersea
This Christmas, trade the traditional turkey for something a little more exciting at KIBOU in Battersea. From 17th November to 31st December, KIBOU is serving up festive sharing menus, seasonal chef’s specials, and Japanese platters perfect for celebrations at home or in the office. Designed for groups of four or more, the Classic Sharing Menu starts from £35pp, while the indulgent Tokyo Menu at £75pp features standout dishes like Yuzu Miso Salmon and Wagyu Crisp.
If you’d prefer to opt for the a la carte menu, you can enjoy festive chef’s specials and one-off sushi rolls throughout the season. Hosting your own festive celebration at home? KIBOU also offers fresh, made-to-order Japanese party platters – including sushi, bao buns, and street food favourites.
175 Northcote Rd, London, SW11 6QF
Farzi, Haymarket
This festive season, Farzi London invites diners to celebrate with its Taste of Farzi menu – a two-course modern Indian feast with poppadum bites for £38.95 per person, or £43.90 including dessert. The menu showcases Farzi’s signature flair with bold flavours and creative twists on traditional favourites. Guests can enjoy starters such as Duck Khurchan Cornetto(pulled masala duck confit leg with figs wrapped in a savoury cone) Tangra Chicken or Lobster & Seafood Seekh Kebab, followed by mains like Chicken Tikka Masala, Fish Gulzar (grilled halibut, tomato masala, dried shrimp chutney), or Kosha Mangsho (mutton curry braised with onion and pickled mustard), all served with Dal Makhni, Butter Naan, Forest Berry Pulav rice, and Raita.
Vegetarians can indulge in dishes such as Dal Chawal Arancini, Paneer Angara Tikka, and Nargisi Kofta, Saag Korma (mozarella stuffed root veg dumplings with spinach korma). For those adding dessert, highlights include the Xmas Brownie & Grilled Marshmallow and the warming Fig & Ginger Pudding.
8 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4BP
Roketsu, Marylebone
Roketsu – the premium, kappo-style Japanese restaurant in Marylebone – has announced its Festive Menu, a luxurious six-course menu running up until Christmas, for £150 per person.
The menu starts from the raw section including Yellowtail Yuzu and Scallop Ume, followed by Foie Gras Miso Monaka and comforting and savoury Crab Chawanmushi.
Seasonal tempura comes next, alongside a sushi selection and Red Miso Soup. For mains, choose from the grill including Iberico Pork, Guinea Fowl, Roast Duck, White Fish, Pumpkin and Wagyu (for an additional £18). Finish with something sweet, choosing between a Matcha Basque Cheesecake or a Truffle Chocolate Trio.
And to complete the experience, sommelier Mashio offers a thoughtful wine and sake pairings ranging from £70 to £200 per person designed to complement the delicate flavours of the Festive Menu and suit the customer’s preferences, including a non-alcoholic pairing for £65.
Celebrate the festive season in style at Roketsu.
12 New Quebec St, London W1H 7RW
KOKUM, East Dulwich
This festive season, KOKUM, the renowned Indian restaurant in East Dulwich, invites guests to indulge in an extravagant Indian-inspired Christmas feast. Priced at £50 per person, the menu brings together KOKUM’s signature creativity and traditional festive flavours for a memorable dining experience.
The feast begins with a selection of starters to share, featuring Crab Tikki, Aloo Chaat, Malai Portobello Mushroom, and the Achari Turkey Tikka. For the main course, diners can choose between the Ossobuco Laal Maas, a slow-cooked lamb in a bold Rajasthani red chilli and tomato gravy, or the Banarasi Kofta Curry, golden bottle gourd dumplings in a velvety spiced gravy. Both are served with Brussels Sprouts Stir Fry, Dal Tadka, and fragrant steamed rice, before finishing with a Chocolate Fondant with a homemade saffron and cardamom kulfi.
To complete the experience, KOKUM’s Christmas cocktail menu offers a festive twist on classic favourites. Sip on The Grinch Margarita, a Fireside Negroni, a Noel Sour, a Under The Mistletoe, or Santa’s Nightcap, the perfect companions to your festive feast.
58-60 E Dulwich Rd, London SE22 9AX
HUŌ, Belsize Village
Enjoy an antidote to the traditional Christmas roast with an Asian feast at HUŌ in Belsize Village throughout the festive period. The warm and cosy restaurant will be decorated to celebrate the season, with set menus available for lunch and dinner priced at £95 per person.
Begin your feast with a sharing platter of HUŌ’s signature starters including Vegetable Spring Rolls, Peppercorn Salted Prawns, Chicken Gyoza, and Asparagus with black bean, chilli and ginger. For the main course, choose from an array of vibrant Asian dishes, including Thai green curry, Sweet and Sour Battered chicken, pork or prawns, and Seabass fillet with thai spices or with ginger. All dishes will be served with Chinese mixed vegetables with garlic and either egg fried rice or steamed jasmine rice.
Enhance your meal with optional additions such as the Quarter Crispy Aromatic Duck or Pad Thai with chicken or tofu to your meal for an additional cost. Finish on a sweet note with a selection of desserts to share including yuzu cheesecake, chocolate fondant, and mochi ice cream.
Belsize Road, South Hampstead, Hampstead, London, NW6 4