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Throwing a home party for the holidays? Or maybe you’re finally ready to dive in and host one this Christmas? Either way, you’re probably asking yourself that age-old question: how to impress your guests with a fabulous spread without burning through time or budget?
Here’s the solution. This festive season, head to Delicato’s meat and delicatessen counters at selected FairPrice stores. The brand is well-known for its affordable, mass-premium range of packaged items like cooked sausages, ham, antipasti and dips, priced at least 15% lower than other brands.
Delicato’s in-store meat and deli counters also offer a wide variety of raw, smoked and cooked meats, so you can pick exactly what you need without your budget to create a charcuterie board or a weekend roast.
Our top tip for saving big? Bigger buys get you bigger savings! A whole beef rump is way more budget-friendly than picking up individual steaks. And don’t stress about cutting it up — our friendly butchers are here to help! They’ll slice it to your liking, add a tasty dry rub (on the house!) and vacuum-seal it for you so it stays fresh in the freezer. How’s that for a festive deal?
Need more ideas to kickstart your feast planning? Read on for some festive feast ideas we love!
If you have lots of carnivores on your guest list, a meat charcuterie board will keep their bellies full and happy. But ordering a ready-made platter from a restaurant or catering service can bust your budget, especially if you have a large crowd.
So, why not save some money and DIY a board yourself? Delicato offers a range of packaged sausages, all priced below $10. For variety, try the Delicato Bratwurst Pork Sausage – Classic Mix, which includes Smoked, Mixed Herbs & Spices, and Cheddar. To make it go further, chop sausages into bite-sized portions so there’s more to go around.
This festive season, Delicato’s meat and deli counters also offer a wide variety of hams for your charcuterie board. Think everyday faves like Black Forest Ham and Apple Baked Ham. These keep well in the chiller and make great back-ups when you need to replenish quickly.
For guests with a more adventurous palate, add in options like Truffle Ham, Honey Mustard Ham, Chicken Lyoner and Mushroom Lyoner to create a more unique platter.
A carving station doesn’t have to only belong in a posh hotel buffet line. You can set up one effortlessly at home with Tramontina Cutting & Serving Board with Handle and Arcos Carving Knife 250mm – Red.
At Delicato’s hot deli counters, order a Crispy Pork Knuckle and, once home, cover it in aluminium foil. Before guests arrive, preheat your oven to 160 degrees Celsius, roast for about 10 minutes and serve with sides of mustard dips and sauerkraut — no cooking required!
If you’re in the mood for something more Asian, get the Roast Duck Whole and, instead of serving it with rice or fried beehoon, mix things up with a homemade salad (psst… sliced Mandarin oranges go beautifully with roast duck!) and a red wine vinaigrette.
Most guests (especially the little ones) love barbecued meats, but not everyone has a BBQ pit or enjoys getting sweaty over an open fire all night long!
Here’s the trick: order Delicato’s BBQ Chicken Wings, Char Siew, BBQ Ribs (in Honey or Black Pepper) and Smoked Pancetta. Just before your holiday party starts, warm them up in your oven or air fryer, and they’re ready to serve — no mess, no stress! Pair them with a quick salad or some crusty bread, and you’ve got a festive spread that’s as effortless as it is delicious. Perfect for impressing guests with zero hassle!
If you’ve got your heart set on a home barbecue, check out the PurityWhite Disposable BBQ! At under $20 and complete with 20 pieces of charcoal, this eco-friendly grill is perfect for a cosy cookout for two to three people. It’s the ideal way to grill up your favourite Delicato steaks without splurging on a pricey permanent set-up.
For more ideas on how to create a festive feast, click here.
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