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When it comes to the Christmas turkey, the last thing you want is a dry, bland bird. Nigella Lawson’s brining method ensures your turkey remains tender, juicy, and full of flavour. The secret?

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Christmas dinner is one of the most highly anticipated meals of the year, but there’s one thing that can spoil the feast, and that’s dry meat. Turkey isn’t everyone’s favourite thing to ...

ISTANBUL, Dec 24 (Reuters) - Turkey's net monthly minimum wage will be 22,104 Turkish lira ($630.36) in 2025, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday, marking a 30% increase from 2024.

For many, a roast turkey is the centrepiece of the holiday meal. Here's how to prepare one safely You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.

Pitmaster Mike Jefferies at his home base, preparing for the busy Christmas break. Photo / Tom Eley It is the most wonderful time of the year - and the busiest for Tauranga’s Big Smoke BBQ ...

Even the most experienced cooks can find themselves flustered on Christmas Day. When catering for large groups of fussy friends and families, the pressure is on to get each component exactly right.