Your Ultimate Festive Feast Guide: Tesco vs. M&S

The most delicious time of year is here! Whether you’re planning an intimate Christmas dinner or hosting a massive New Year’s Eve bash, Handforth Dean is the perfect place to get your festive food shop sorted.

With both Tesco and M&S right here, you can mix and match high-quality centrepieces with fantastic value essentials. The best part? You can take your time, compare deals, and enjoy a relaxed experience thanks to 5 hours of free parking!

Here is our breakdown of where to find the best festive food and drinks at Handforth Dean this party season:

The Christmas Centrepiece: Tesco vs. M&S

Your main course should be a showstopper, and both retailers offer excellent options depending on your preference. With 5 hours free parking, you have plenty of time to choose the perfect joint without rushing!

M&S focuses on Gourmet & Premium options. Their must-try items are the Turkeys & Prepared Centrepieces (such as their decorative joints of beef or prepared stuffed salmon). The key shopping tip here is to plan ahead by ordering your turkey now to secure your spot for a premium, hassle-free main course.

Tesco focuses on Value & Traditional options. Look out for the Clubcard Price Roasting Joints (including discounts on beef, lamb, or their flavoured turkey crowns) as their must-try items. The best shopping tip for Tesco is to Stock Up and utilise your Clubcard for the best value on traditional cuts and large family packs.

Party Food & Canapés: Effortless Entertaining

Hosting is easy when you can simply heat and serve a gourmet spread. Take your time browsing the extensive frozen aisles at both stores to ensure you don’t miss any party essentials.

M&S: This is the gold standard for party food. Their festive range is famous for its innovation and quality. Look out for their iconic Mini Burgers, cocktail sausages wrapped in bacon, and dazzling vegetarian options. Their party food often comes in great multi-buy deals!

Tesco: Tesco offers fantastic value on party staples. You’ll find great frozen party food platters, mini pizzas, sausage rolls, and a wide selection of crisps, dips, and Clubcard Price cheeses, perfect for keeping a crowd happy on a budget.

Festive Treats & Indulgences

Everyone needs those seasonal luxuries, from puddings to chocolates! Use your ample parking time to carefully select those special treats.

Tesco: The place for great value on big brands and essential festive sweets. Look for their huge selection boxes, tubs of chocolates, and excellent range of Christmas biscuits, all ideal for stocking fillers or sharing after dinner.

M&S: Indulge in their famous Panettone, Stollen, and, of course, their Collection Christmas Pudding. Their beautifully packaged biscuits and confectionery make fantastic, easy gifts for neighbours or teachers.

Drinks & Festive Tipples

No party is complete without the perfect drink selection.

Tesco Handforth Dean: With the largest range, Tesco is your best bet for stocking up. They offer excellent Clubcard Prices on wine, spirits, and multi-packs of mixers and soft drinks. Look out for festive spiced gins and liqueurs at a great value.

M&S Handforth Dean: Head here for premium beverages. Grab a bottle of their famous own-label Prosecco or Champagne, or explore their range of Christmas-themed liqueurs and ready-mixed cocktails, perfect for a sophisticated festive evening.

Your Final Shopping Tip!

With both Tesco and M&S conveniently located at Handforth Dean, you can complete your entire festive food mission.

The huge benefit of 5 hours of free parking means you can take your time, compare the deals, enjoy a coffee, and leisurely load up the boot without worrying about the clock!

Happy Festive Feasting from Handforth Dean Retail Park!

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