Hallowe'en may currently be dominating supermarket shelves, but look a little closer and you'll spot the first signs of Christmas already creeping in.
From tins of Quality Street to festive foliage, the countdown to Christmas is officially on - and with less than 70 days left to go until the big day, it's never too early to start thinking about the feast of all feasts.
Thankfully, supermarkets and retailers have done much of the hard work for us, with their Christmas 2026 food and drink ranges now hitting shelves.
Whether you're planning a showstopping roast, stocking up on party food or simply looking for something seasonal to snack on from the sofa, there's plenty to choose from.
Among the standout products worth adding to your basket are: Morrisons' The Best Signature Turkey Breast, Tesco's Slow Cooked King Arthur Beef Joint, M&S's All Butter Mince Pies, and Co-op's White Forest Chocolate Truffles.
Here are the festive buys to look out for at your nearest store now and in weeks to come.
Tesco
Tesco is getting into the festive spirit with a Christmas 2026 range packed with everything from easy party food and impressive sharing dishes to succulent centrepieces and indulgent desserts.
Whether you're planning a big Christmas gathering or simply looking to fill the table with plenty of tempting nibbles, there are plenty of new additions to discover.
Among the standout party picks are Tesco Finest Sweet Potato Tikka Baonuts (£7.00), Arancini Stacks with Chorizo & Cornichon (£9.00) and Loaded Potato Bites with Truffle Cheese Sauce.
For something a little more unusual, the Tesco Finest Pan-Fried Tri Coloured Prawn Gyoza come with a ponzu dip (£9.00), while the Dirty Martini Olives offer a cocktail-inspired twist on a classic festive snack.
When it comes to the main event, Tesco has plenty of options to make the big feast feel a little more special, including Nduja Pigs in Blankets with Hot Honey Sauce, Slow Cooked King Arthur Beef Joint (£40) and a Maple Roasted Winter Vegetable Wellington (£7.00).
And, of course, there's plenty for those with a sweet tooth, with new additions including Tesco Finest Amaretto Mince Pies (£3.00) and Panettone (£10), a Belgian Chocolate & Berry Délice (£18) and a Black Forest Highwall Cheesecake (£13).
Tesco's 2026 Christmas range
Available in-store and online from September 2026
Starters
Tesco Finest Sweet Potato Tikka Baonuts
Tesco Finest Arancini Stacks with Chorizo & Cornichon
Tesco Finest Loaded Potato Bites with Truffle Cheese Sauce
Tesco Finest Pan-Fried Tri Coloured Prawn Gyoza with Ponzu Dip
Tesco Finest Dirty Martini Olives
The Main Event
Tesco Finest Nduja Pigs in Blanket with Hot Honey sauce
Tesco Finest Salt-Aged Pork Loin Joint with Pork, Sage & Bramley Apple Stuffing
Tesco Finest Slow Cooked King Arthur Beef Joint
Tesco Finest Maple Roasted Winter Vegetable Wellington
Tesco Finest Extra Mature Cheddar, Leek & Sprout Gratin
Tesco Finest Red Cabbage with Cranberry, Apple & Red Wine
Sweet Treats
Tesco Finest Amaretto Mince Pies
Tesco Finest Amaretto Panettone
Tesco Finest Belgian Chocolate & Berry Délice
Tesco Hot Chocolate Bombes with Marshmallows
Tesco Finest Black Forest Highwall Cheesecake
Tesco Finest Belgian Chocolate & Caramel Molten Pudding
Tesco Finest Four Belgian White Chocolate Trees
Tesco Finest Free From Caramelised White Chocolate & Speculoos Cake
Tesco Finest After-Dinner Melt-in-the- Middle Puddings
Waitrose
Waitrose has unveiled its Christmas 2026 range, with more than 380 new products set to hit shelves this festive season.
From showstopping centrepieces and indulgent desserts to party food and cocktail-inspired bites, the collection puts a playful twist on Christmas classics while introducing plenty of new flavours to the festive table.
There's a strong focus on restaurant-quality food at home this year, with standout savoury options including the No.1 Slow Cooked Double Butter Basted Free Range Turkey Crown (£70), No.1 Handmade Polar Bear Bao Buns (£8.50) and No.1 Ham & Cheese Croissant Stacks (£8.50).
For those with a sweet tooth, the range includes the No.1 Pistachio & Sour Cherry Frangipane Mince Pies, No.1 Pistachio & Sour Cherry Panettone (£20) and the striking No.1 Chocolate Salted Caramel Christmas Tree.
Party food gets a festive upgrade, too, with No.1 Smoky Garlic & Chilli King Prawn Bites (£6.00), Negroni Inspired Olives and a French Baking Brie with Cranberry & Port Glaze (£8.50) among the highlights.
Waitrose's 2026 Christmas range
Available in-store and online from 4 November
Food Lover Favourites:
Waitrose No.1 Pistachio & Sour Cherry Frangipane Mince Pies (£4, available from 1st November)
Waitrose No.1 Slow Cooked Double Butter Basted Free Range Turkey Crown (£70, available from 8th December)
Waitrose No.1 Chocolate Salted Caramel Christmas Tree (£12, available from 22nd September)
Waitrose No.1 Pistachio & Sour Cherry Panettone (£20, available from 1st November)
Waitrose No.1 Ham & Cheese Croissant Stacks (£8.50, available from 11th November)
Waitrose No.1 Handmade Polar Bear Bao Buns (£8.50, available from 11th November)
Waitrose No.1 Smoky Garlic & Chilli King Prawn Bites (£6, available from 11th November)
Waitrose No.1 Frosted Raspberry Snowflake (£22, available from 21st December)
Waitrose No.1 French Baking Brie with Cranberry & Port Glaze (£8.50, available from 21st October)
Waitrose No.1 Fish Pie Tartlet (£7.50, available from 18th December)
Hot Chocolate Bombe with Marshmallows (£3, available from 22nd September)
Caramel Crumb Waffles (£3, available from 21st September)
Morrisons
Across its Christmas 2026 range, Morrisons is offering almost 700 festive products set to land in stores, including 290 brand-new, own brand launches across its Market Street, The Best and The Best Signature ranges.
From party food and premium British meat to showstopping desserts and festive drinks, the collection has been designed to cover every part of the Christmas celebrations.
Among the new additions are Fish & Chip Baskets (£3.75), Mini Scallops in Shells (£6.00) and a The Best Signature Collection British Slate Cheeseboard (£15), complete with a reusable slate board.
For the main event, Morrisons is putting quality centre stage with new additions including The Best Signature Turkey Breast Joint stuffed with pork, spiced apples, cranberry and smoked chestnut stuffing, as well as a 21 Day Matured 2 Bone Beef Wing Rib with Bone Marrow & Fresh Herb Basting Brush.
There's no shortage of mouthwatering trimmings either, with The Best Chestnut, Apple & Thyme Giant Pig in Blanket and The Best Signature Sage & Onion Stuffing Parcels (£15) among the options, alongside Market Street's XL Long Chipolata Pigs in Blankets.
Dessert comes with plenty of festive flair, including The Best Signature Collection Chocolate Orange Star (£15), Sticky Toffee Pudding Trifle (£8.00) and a Limoncello & Clementine Christmas Pudding (£15).
And with a dedicated Free From range and a selection of festive tipples including The Best Mulled Amaretto (£7.00) and Winter Bramble Cocktail, Morrisons has covered all bases for the Christmas season.
Morrison's 2026 Christmas range
Available in-store and online now and from early November
Starters
NEW The Best Layered Scottish Salmon Terrine
NEW The Best Signature Collection Scottish Smoked Salmon with Cornish Seasalt & Black Pepper
NEW The Best Potato Wild Garlic & Camembert Melt
NEW Deli Charcuterie Grazing platter
Mains
NEW The Best Signature Turkey Breast Joint Stuffed with Pork, Spiced Apples, Cranberry & Smoked Chestnut Stuffing
NEW The Best Heritage Breed 21 Day Matured 2 Bone Beef Wing Rib of Beef with Bone Marrow & Fresh Herb Basting Brush
NEW The Best 3 Bone Hampshire Pork Rack with Bramley Apple & Thyme Finishing Jus
The Best British Lamb Rump with Rosemary & Thyme Butter
NEW The Best Roasted Vegetable & Balsamic Onion Tart
Trimmings
NEW The Best Chestnut, Apple & Thyme Giant Pig in Blanket
Market Street XL Long Chipolata Pigs in Blankets
NEW The Best Signature Sage & Onion Stuffing Parcels
The Best Seville Orange & Honey Glazed Carrot Wedges
Desserts
NEW The Best Signature Collection Chocolate OrangeStar
NEW The Best Sticky Toffee Pudding Trifle
NEW The Best Limoncello & Clementine Christmas Pudding
NEW The Best Triple Chocolate Snowman Dessert
Free From
NEW The Best Prawn Cocktail
NEW The Best Roasted Vegetable Tart
NEW The Best Free From Madagascan White Chocolate and Vanilla Cheese Cake
NEW Free From All Butter Belgian Chocolate Shortbread Trees
Drinks
The Best Signature Vintage Champagne
NEW The Best Mulled Wine
NEW The Best Mulled Amaretto
NEW The Best Winter Bramble Cocktail
Marks & Spencer
M&S is going all-out for Christmas 2026, with more than 900 festive products set to land in Foodhalls between now and Christmas, including 324 brand-new launches and hundreds of returning favourites.
And if there's one product shoppers have been waiting for, it's the return of the viral Gingerbread and White Chocolate Cookies (£3.00), back for a third year with M&S's signature cookie dough, creamy white chocolate and salted caramel fudge pieces.
For the main course, M&S's Oakham Turkey Crown with Italian Chestnut, Pancetta & Calabrian Orange (£70) is undoubtedly the star of the show, available to pre-order now. Also available soon is the retailer's Best Ever British Pork Garnish Selection (£16.50).
There's plenty more to discover across the range, from indulgent tins and savoury snacks to chocolate, biscuits and festive cupboard staples, with new additions including Pistachio Muddles (£10), Belgian Milk Chocolate Coated Crispy Chilli Peanuts (£3.00) and Aberdeen Angus Beef & Mustard Crisps (£1.80).
M&S has also brought plenty of fun to its gifting and stocking-filler selection, with new Chocolate Rodney the Reindeer Noses (£3.50), Playful Penguins (£5.00) and a Pistachio Star (£3.00) among the sweet treats.
For those looking to impress at dessert time, the Pistachio and Single Origin Chocolate Bombe (£12) offers a particularly indulgent centrepiece, while the Malt & Caramel Cookie Pies (£3.50) and Rodney the Reindeer Pies (£3.50) bring a playful twist to festive baking.
And, of course, it wouldn't be M&S at Christmas without Percy Pig and Colin, with Merry Percymas (£2.00) returning alongside new Percy Pig Festive Fun and Colin and Connie the Caterpillars Christmas Time.
Marks & Spencer's 2026 Christmas range
Available in-store now and from 14 October
Starters and Party Food
NEW 8 Prawn Toast Cones, £7.50
NEW 10 Lasagne Cups, £7.50, 285g
18 Indian Style Snack Selection, £5.50, 462g
NEW Cheese & Chutney Toasties, £7.50, 218g
NEW 8 Teriyaki Prawn Sushi Sandos, £7.50, 240g
NEW 8 Crispy Prawn Pops, £7.50, 240g
Mains
Collection Outdoor Bred Heritage Gold™ Dry Cured Crackling Gammon (Serves 6), £26
Collection Wagyu Sirloin of Beef (Serves 4), £95
Collection Butternut Squash, Brie & Caramelised Onion Wellington (Serves 4), £22
Organic Free Range Whole Bronze Turkey (Serves 6-9), £105
Sides
Classic Vegetable Selection (Serves 6, includes roasties, red cabbage, carrot and swede crush, honey and mustard parsnips, cauliflower cheese, and sprouts with bacon and chestnuts), £32
Our Best Ever British Outdoor Bred Pork Garnish Selection (18 pieces), £16.50
Desserts and sweet treats
Collection 6 All Butter Mince Pies, £3.50
Pistachio & Single Origin Chocolate Pudding Bombe, £12
Pistachio Muddles, £10
Cranberry & Pistachio Baking Brie, £12.50
Malt & Caramel Cookie Pies, £3.50
Merry Malt Balls, £8
Topped & Loaded Malt Gateau, £16
Collection Cherry & Amaretto Stollen Bites, £4
Collection Cherry & Orange Christmas Pudding, £5
Drinks
Champagne Delacourt Brut, £25
ALDI
Aldi has given shoppers a first look at its Christmas 2026 range, with a host of new launches joining returning favourites across the festive feast, party food, desserts and drinks.
The supermarket, recently named Christmas Retailer of the Year at the Quality Food Awards, is promising plenty of indulgent options this festive season without the premium price tag.
Among the standout mains is the award-winning Specially Selected East Anglian Fresh Whole Goose (£11.99 per kg), while the new Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Orange Marmalade Glaze (£24.99) and Beef Wellington (£32.99) offer alternative centrepieces.
The all-important trimmings haven't been forgotten, with the popular Double Wrapped Pigs in Blankets (£2.69) returning alongside the spectacular Giant Yorkshire Pig in Blanket (£4.99) - a colossal 60cm sausage wrapped into a Yorkshire pudding.
For the buffet table, new additions include Specially Selected King Prawn Toast (£3.99), Mini Tacos and Mini Pastry Baskets (both £3.99), while the Specially Selected Lobster Tails (£12.99) offer a more luxurious option for festive gatherings.
There's plenty for meat-free diners, too, including the new Cauliflower Cheese Wellington (£4.99).
Dessert also brings some eye-catching treats, including the new Mini Gold Coin Bites (£3.99) offer layers of caramel, chocolate ganache and honeycomb inside a Belgian milk chocolate shell, alongside the returning Ganache Pinecones (£4.49).
For traditionalists, the Specially Selected Hand Finished British Whole Turkey (£13.99 per kg) makes a welcome return
Co-op's Beef Wellington (£32.99) offers an alternative centrepiece
Stealing the show for meat-free shoppers is the NEW Specially Selected Cauliflower Cheese Wellington (£4.99, 400g), combining cauliflower and spinach in an indulgent three-cheese sauce, all wrapped in golden puff pastry
Aldi's Specially Selected Hosting
Aldi Specially Selected Double Wrapped Pigs in Blankets
The all-new Mini Gold Coin Bites (£3.99) offer layers of caramel, chocolate ganache and honeycomb inside a Belgian milk chocolate shell
Aldi's Festive Cocktails
ALDI's Christmas 2026 range
Available in-store and online from 12 October
The Main Event
Specially Selected Beef Wellington (£32.99, 1kg)
Specially Selected Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Orange Marmalade Glaze (£24.99, 1.82kg)
Specially Selected Hand Finished British Whole Turkey (£13.99 per kg)
Specially Selected East Anglian Fresh Whole Goose (£11.99 per kg
Pigs In Blankets
Giant Yorkshire Pig in Blanket (£4.99, 350g)
Specially Selected Double Wrapped Pigs in Blankets (£2.69, 250g)
Party Food
Specially Selected Lobster Tails (£12.99, 254g)
Specially Selected Mini Pastry Baskets (£3.99, 240g)
Specially Selected Mini Tacos (£3.99, 8 pack)
Specially Selected King Prawn Toast and Crispy Tempura Vegetable Fritters with Sweet Chilli Dip (£3.99, 280g)
Meat Free
Specially Selected No Beef Fillet (£4.99, 430g)
Specially Selected Cauliflower Cheese Wellington (£4.99, 400g)
Cheese & Desserts
Specially Selected Cheese Truckles (£2.49, 200g)
Specially Selected Luxury Truckle Tower (£13.99, 1kg)
Specially Selected Ganache Pinecones (£4.49, 210g)
Specially Selected Ultimate Belgian Chocolate Gold Coin (£7.99, 470g)
Specially Selected Mini Gold Coin Bites (£3.99, 162g)
Confectionary & Gifting
Perfect Christmas Grotto Christmas Tin (£9.99, 300g)
Specially Selected Mug Hanger Biscuits (£1.49, 170g)
Tasty Tipples
Specially Selected Chablis Premier Cru (£18.99, 75cl)
Specially Selected Amarone della Valpolicella (£18.99, 75cl)
Infusionist Salted Caramel Espresso Martini (£1.99, 125ml)
Infusionist Cranberry & Orange Cosmo (£1.79, 250ml)
Infusionist Dark Berry Margarita (£1.79, 250ml)
Co-op
Co-op has also unveiled its 2026 Christmas food and drink range, with new launches, returning favourites and plenty of festive twists landing across its 2,400 stores and online.
Designed with convenient Christmas shopping in mind, the range covers everything from party food and sandwiches to festive feasting, sweet treats, gifting and drinks.
Among the standout party food additions are Irresistible Mini Beef Wellingtons (£6.50), Slow Cooked Texas BBQ Pork Belly Bites (£6.50) and Mini Mexican Cones (£5.00), while the popular 3 for 2 offer returns across selected party food.
One of the biggest comebacks comes in the crisp aisle, with Co-op's Irresistible Ultimate Roast Potato Crinkle Cut Crisps (£1.75) returning after three years of requests from shoppers, joined by Pigs in Blankets Crisps (£1.75) and the new Wagyu Beef & Caramelised Onion flavour (£1.75).
For something a little more indulgent, shoppers can tuck into Irresistible Amaretto & Frangipane Mince Pies (£2.85), White Forest Cherry Flavour Truffles and Caramelised Blonde Chocolate Pecans, while the Christmas Club Sandwich (£4.75) and Posh Prawn Cocktail Sandwich (£4.75) offer festive lunchtime options.
And for those stocking up for the big day, the range includes everything from a Festive Spiced Sweet Cured Gammon with Maple & Orange Glaze (£15) to Roast Potatoes with Wagyu Beef Dripping (£4.75), as well as two new single-serve cocktails: the Winter Bramble Spritz and Clementine and Ginger Spritz (each £2.00).
One of the biggest comebacks comes in the crisp aisle, with Co-op's Irresistible Ultimate Roast Potato Crinkle Cut Crisps (£1.75) returning after three years of requests from shoppers
Also returning is the popular Irresistible Gingerbread, Maples & White Chocolate Cookies
Serve up a deliciously tender medley of Garden Vegetables this Christmas
This year's range returns with the ever-popular Roast Potatoes with Wagyu Beef Dripping (£4.75)
Got a sweet tooth? These Salted Caramel & Chocolate Profiteroles should hit the spot - just remember to share!
No Christmas lunch is complete without a generous amount of wine, and Mácon-Villages Chardonney is the perfect pairing
Co-op's Christmas 2026 Range
Available in-store and online now and from 21 October
Party Food
Irresistible King Prawn Toast with Ponzu & Lime Dip (230g) - £5.50
Irresistible Mini Mexican Cones (210g) - £5.00
Irresistible Ham Hock & Chilli Maple Pizza (470g) - £5.95
Irresistible Cooked & Continental Meats Platter (100g) - £5.00
Irresistible Slow Cooked Texas BBQ Pork Belly Bites (300g) - £6.50
Mini Cranberry Pork Pies (4 pack) - £2.55
Cheesy Pigs in Blankets Bites (180g) - £4.00
Irresistible Mini Fish Finger Sandwich with Mint Pea Dip (230g) - £5.50
Triple Cheese Wedges with Cranberry Hot Sauce (180g) - £4.00
Mini Garlic Chicken Kyiv (300g) - £5.00
Irresistible Mini Beef Wellingtons (240g) - £6.50
Food to go
Irresistible Christmas Club Sandwich (Each) - £4.75
Irresistible Posh Prawn Cocktail Sandwich (Each) - £4.75
Boxing Day Feast Sandwich (Each) - £3.60
Brie & Cranberry Sandwich (Each) - £3.60
Pigs Under Blankets Sandwich (Each) - £3.60
Turkey Feast Sandwich (Each) - £3.60
Savoury Snacking
Irresistible Ultimate Roast Potato Crinkle Cut Crisps (150g) - £1.75
Irresistible Wagyu Beef & Caramelised Onion Flavour Crisps (150g) - £1.75
Irresistible Pigs in Blankets Crisps (150g) - £1.75
Sweet snacking
Irresistible Amaretto & Frangipane Mince Pies (4 pack) - £2.85
Irresistible Chocolate & Orange Tarts (4 pack) - £3.25
Merry Mince Pies (6 pack) - £1.50
Irresistible Mince Pies (6 pack) - £3.25
Iced Lebkuchen Cookies (200g) - £1.50
Irresistible Ginger Knots (6 pack) - £1.90
Irresistible Gingerbread, Maple and White Chocolate Cookies (4 pack) - £2.50
Gifting
Irresistible Belgian Chocolate Biscuit Selection (200g) - £3.50
Irresistible Chocolate Panettone (100g) - £2.50
Irresistible Panettone (500g) - £6.00
Irresistible White Forest Cherry Flavour Truffles (160g) - £4.00
Irresistible Marshmallow Swirl Hot Chocolate Fudge (150g) - £2.20
Irresistible Caramelised Blonde Chocolate Pecans (150g) - £3.00
Irresistible Cranberry and Orange Chocolate Tiffins (4 pack) - £3.25
Main event
Irresistible Festive Spiced Sweet Cured Gammon with Maple & Orange Glaze (1kg) - £15.00
Smooth Brussels Pâté with Cranberry Jelly (200g) - £2.50
Irresistible Topside Beef Joint with Bone Marrow Stock & Red Wine Jus (657g) - £15.00
Irresistible Golden Butternut & Lentil En Croûte (420g) - £5.00
Irresistible Hickory & Alder Smoked Salmon (100g) - £5.75
Irresistible Honey & Thyme Roasting Parsnips (400g) - £3.95
Irresistible Garden Veg Medley (250g) - £3.25
Irresistible Chantenay Roasting Carrots (400g) - £3.95
Irresistible Loaded West Country Cheddar Mash (400g) - £3.50
Irresistible Roast Potatoes with Wagyu Beef Dripping (400g) - £4.25
Desserts
Irresistible 12 Month Matured Christmas Pudding (400g) - £4.25
6 Month Matured Christmas Pudding (400g) - £2.50
Irresistible Luxury Chocolate Yule Log (467g) - £7.00
Irresistible Salted Caramel and Chocolate Profiteroles (400g) - £5.00
Irresistible Winter Macaron Selection (6 pack) - £3.45
Drinks
Irresistible Fairtrade Casablanca Valley Pinot Noir (75cl) - £9.50
Irresistible Soave Classico (75cl) - £9.50
Irresistible Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay (75cl) - £11.25
Les Pionniers Vintage Champagne 2018 (75cl) - £36.25
Irresistible Claret (75cl) - £10.00
Irresistible Côtes de Provence Rosé (75cl) - £10.75
Irresistible Vodka (70cl) - £25.75
Irresistible Pedro Ximénez Sherry (37.5cl) - £8.75
Irresistible 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl) - £30.50
Co-op Mulled Wine (75cl) - £4.50
Co-op Cava Brut (75cl) - £7.50
Co-op Winter Bramble Spritz (250ml) - £2
Co-op Clementine and Ginger Spritz (250ml) - £2