Most of us start planning what we will do for Christmas months in advance of the event. And it's only a short time on that we start dreaming of what we will cook and eat. It is a time of year when we put in untold amounts of advance thought to ensure that it is perfect. In fact, nothing short of gorgeous will do. With an eye to all the retro favourites from our childhood that made Christmas so special, here are over a hundred recipes to ensure that it is just that. In keeping with the other titles in the Gorgeous series, they are simple and pared down, and most importantly they work, because the last thing we need is to feel flustered or let down.Gorgeous Christmas spans the days in the run up, the magic of Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, as well as the days that follow. The book opens with a chapter on easy hand-me-rounds to have with drinks, and includes recipes for big warming pies, things to make and give and after dinner choccies, as well as lots of ideas for Christmas dinner itself. There are chapters on Christmas puddings and baking, with plenty of white Christmas magic thrown in. In short, all the ways of making sure your Christmas is as gorgeous as anticipated.