A Riverford
No queues, no trolley rage… Just all the 100% organic food and drink needed for the tastiest Christmas ever.
From slow-grown sprouts and the ultimate roasting potatoes, to Bronze breed turkeys, handmade mince pies, and farmhouse cheeses. We carefully source everything for the very best flavour, from small family farmers and artisan makers who we know and trust.
And it’s all delivered to the front door in time for the big day.
A Riverford Christmas means focusing on the stuff that really matters: spoiling loved ones, making memories, and tucking into outstanding food.
Organic fruit & veg boxes, delivered to the front door
Planning, planting, tending… we’ve put months of love into our festive fruit and veg. We carefully choose the tastiest varieties and slowgrow them for the best flavour. We have boxes suitable for all family sizes and prices start at £15.15 for a small veg box. Here’s what we hope to pack into Christmas boxes this year: leeks, white onions, potatoes, carrots, parsnips, swede, red cabbage, Brussel sprouts, chestnut mushrooms, cauliflower, Calabrese broccoli.
Growers & Makers
We think that small-scale organic family farms are the most sustainable way of producing food. All of our suppliers look after their soil, livestock and wildlife by farming respectfully and in tune with nature.
We only sell food that we think is truly outstanding, made by people we know and trust.
Richard Tucker
Venn Farm, South Devon
Veg is in the Tucker family’s genes at Venn Farm, South Devon. Richard and his dad Trevor grow a range of beautiful organic veg, including Savoy cabbage, leeks, purple sprouting broccoli, and the all-important swedes for our Christmas veg boxes. The pair converted their family farm to organic in 2011, and started growing veg for Riverford in 2020.
The Tuckers’ farm is about 400ft above sea level, not far from the famous Slapton Sands beach; you can see the sea from the farm. The land there is described as fairly ‘light’, level, and without a lot of top soil – but the climate seems to suit veg growing, particularly swedes, which are notoriously hard to grow.
“It’s only me and my dad, Trevor, working on the farm now,” says Richard. “He’s 71 and was born in the farmhouse where he is today. He’s never been on holiday and has only been to London twice, that’s as far as he’s been. He’s knowledgeable as hell though, thanks to his dad; my grandad was one of the best farmers in the South Hams.”
“They used to call him ‘green fingers’ because he could grow anything. He was Cornish and came up to Devon before the Second World War in 1923. So actually this year we are celebrating 100 years on the farm.”
With a young family, Richard is hopeful the next generation will want to carry on the farming legacy. But until then, he has the same concerns as any parent: getting enough veg into the children. “I had swede last night for dinner – I’ve got four young kids, so we have it mashed, with a dash of butter and some pepper. Some people fry it in chunks in a frying pan, so I might give that a go at some point, and I also like it in a stew or pasty. But for Christmas it will definitely be mashed.”
Christmas Meat
Whether feeding a crowd or keeping it simple, we’ve got a brilliant organic centrepiece to stop the show at every Christmas feast. From whole turkeys (we choose traditional Bronze breed birds, for their rich natural flavour), to stuffed turkey joints and duck, sweet Wiltshire gammon, and more.
Organic is the gold stamp of animal welfare; it demands the highest standards of any farming system.
Whether it’s a lean, tender organic beef sirloin, the ultimate celebration joint, or a wonderfully succulent crowd-pleasing joint of gammon, our meat comes from our producer group of small-scale organic farmers, who rear their animals to some of the highest welfare standards around, enjoying an outdoor existence, and reaching maturity naturally.
All expertly prepared in our own butchery.
Other joints and cuts available: Turkey breast joint 750g (feeds 2-3) £ 27.45 and 1.5kg (feeds 4-5) £55.00, Turkey crown 3kg (feeds 9-10) £120.00, Stuffed turkey leg joint 1.2kg (feeds 3) £42.00, Chicken XXL 2.5kg (feeds 5-6) £29.95, Beef fore rib XL 2.75kg (previously frozen) £84.75, Beef roasting joint XL 3kg (feeds 10-12) £68.95, Beef brisket XL 2.6kg (feeds 8-10) £33.80
Duck large 2.3kg (feeds 4), £44.50
Duck small 2kg (feeds 3) £36.95
Uncooked off the bone gammon 1.5kg (feeds 4-6) £68.85
Turkey stuffed breast joint 1.5kg (feeds 4-5) £63.00, Turkey stuffed breast joint 750g (feeds 2-3) £33.95
Beef sirloin roast 2kg (feeds 6-8), £94.95
John Malseed
Frenchbeer Farm, Dartmoor
The Malseed Family run Frenchbeer Farm rearing award-winning organic turkeys that are the show-stopping centre of organic Christmas dinners.
“In 1986 my parents came to the traditional Dartmoor hill farm known as Frenchbeer,” says John, son of Christine and Mike Malseed. “While building up a sheep flock and a beef herd, a few Christmas turkeys were raised to aid cash flow.” The birds proved very popular – and over 30 years later, the Malseeds’ award-winning turkeys are the showstopping centre of organic Christmas dinners across the country.
Frenchbeer Farm sits above Chagford on the north-east of Dartmoor National Park. In total, the Malseeds tend 1200 acres of moorland and upland hills. They still rear suckler cows, hill sheep, geese, some lovely Dartmoor ponies – and two helpful hounds named Jack and Wilf, who can be seen herding flocks across the moor and down the lanes. But the Frenchbeer turkeys really are the stars of the show.
The Malseeds choose Bronze turkeys: a traditional breed that grows slowly but gives a wonderfully rich natural flavour. They’re also some very lucky birds! From the pastures where the organic flock is free to roam, they have a cracking view: looking down over misty fields and woodland, far across the West Devon landscape.
Wellington Kit
Serves 4. £13.95
This organic wellington is an ideal centrepiece to any vegetarian feast: golden pastry, filled with Portobello mushrooms and lentils in a rich red wine sauce.
We’ll deliver measured quantities of almost every ingredient needed, and a step-by-step recipe. Just add 150g butter from home, and enjoy the cooking.
Stars for veggie Christmas Dinners
Rich and flavoursome, ideal centrepieces for a vegetarian feast
Nut Roast. Serves 2-3. £10.25
Rich and flavoursome, our organic nut roast makes for a really tasty vegan Christmas. It’s bursting with festive chestnuts, walnuts and hazelnuts, and sweet butternut squash – plus satisfying lentils and quinoa, fresh Riverford veg, and a touch of miso for a depth of savoury flavour. Ready to cook, with no prep needed; simple.
The trimmings
All the best bits to fight over - pigs in blankets, Christmas slaw & more. Choose from these favourites for a special festive feast.
10 x Pigs in Blankets (GF) 300g £9.45, Pork & Apricot Stuffing 400g £8.95, Pork Cocktail Sausages (GF) 400g £7.70, Pork Sausage Meat (GF) 400g £7.45, 6 x Pork & Herb Sausages 400g £7.40, Unsmoked Streaky Bacon 184g £6.25, Cranberry sauce 200g £4.50, Bread Sauce 400g £6.50.
Top tips for Christmas veg
from Riverford’s chef, Bob Andrew
How to make the perfect crispy parsnips, how to season carrots and why crossing Brussels sprouts is a timewasting myth – read our top tips for Christmas veg.
Potatoes and herbs: A match made in Christmas heaven
After the sprouts and stuffing, Christmas dinner is all about the roast potatoes. Try roasting them with some robust winter herbs; they love thyme, rosemary, and sage.
If by any chance there are some leftover roasties, they can be put to good use in a thrifty kitchen. They can transform into a clumsy bubble and squeak with a few wilted greens; or, chopped and fried, they’ll form the backbone of a breakfast hash, alongside some onions, mushrooms, spinach, and a fried egg to finish.
Mulling it over with seasoned carrots
Carrots are a perfect partner to most of the festive mulling spices. If roasting, braising, or boiling them, then a shard of cinnamon, a star anise, and a clove or two wouldn’t go amiss – along with a bay leaf and a few slices of clementine for fragrance.
Any leftover carrots can be the backbone of a robust winter salad, with some peppery leaves and a good dressing –try pairing with some chickpeas, pine nuts, and feta. They can be whizzed up
Use polenta and avoid soggy parsnips
Try roasting parsnips with a pinch of two of cumin and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. If used cautiously, they’ll amplify the earthiness and the sweetness of the parsnips, without dominating the rest of the meal.
Brussels sprouts – the axis upon which the whole feast rotates. It’s best not to cut a little cross in the base; just keep the small ones whole and split the bigger ones in half. They don’t take long to cook; about 4 mins in boiling water, or 8-10 mins in a hot oven to roast them, should be all you need.
Leftovers can always find their way into a Boxing Day bubble and squeak, or be shredded into stir-fries or restorative bowls of broth.
From braised red cabbage to seasonal pickle
Red cabbage adds a flash of festive colour to the Christmas table. It’s classically slow cooked with plenty of wine, mulling spices, and dark, plummy fruits – but it can also be great raw, finely shredded into any salads or slaws that appear in the days around Christmas.
If there is leftover braised red cabbage, consider a second life as a cold condiment. The spicing has much in common with most chutneys. Try adding a dash of red wine vinegar to give it a pickled edge, and serve it alongside leftover cold cuts, or tuck a little into a roast beef or ham sarnie. A dab in a cheese toastie works too, provided the cheese is strong and sharp.
Spiced Squash, Clementine & Bulghur Christmas Salad Kit.
Serves 4. £11.25
A robust salad full of comfort and spice. The sweet squash is balanced by the sharpness of the clementines and pickled onion, while the bulghur, fruit and nuts add toothsome texture. An ideal starter for the big meal, or a perfect side to complement Boxing Day leftovers. Embellish this salad with some crumbled blue, goat’s or feta cheese.
Riverford Recipe Kits
For those wanting to cook from scratch but looking for a little helping hand, our recipe kits are perfect. All the fresh, organic ingredients needed to cook inspiring festive favourites.
Pear, Parsnip & Red Cabbage Slaw Kit Serves 4. £8.95
This raw winter veg salad makes a refreshing change from heavy roasted roots. It’s got a great balance of flavours from sweet, crisp pear and savoury veg –and with red cabbage, beetroot, red onion and radicchio, it’s really vibrant on the plate.
Mushroom, Lentil & Red Wine Wellington Kit. Serves 4. £13.95
An ideal veggie centrepiece to a Christmas feast. The cooking is simple and speedy, but the filling needs time to cool - it makes working with the pastry much easier. It’s easily made vegan by using vegan pastry and brushing the top with a little oil in place of the egg.
Red Cabbage, Beetroot & Apple Sauerkraut Kit. Makes 2 x 1/2 litre jars. £5.95
We’ve added some beetroot to our sauerkraut recipe, for its earthy flavour and bright colour, and some apples for a little sweetness. The spicing has a wintry feel, making it a perfect condiment for the coming festive season.
1. Panettone Kit, serves 8 £16.95
2. Chocolate & Clementine Yule Log Kit, serves 6 £15.95
3. Mulled Hot Chocolate Kit, serves 4 £7.95
Christmas Puddings & Treats
Indulge in a range of festive
Christmas Pudding 450g, Serves 4. £16.95
Our special recipe uses coconut oil instead of butter, with grated apples, warming brandy, spices, and a generous mix of vine fruits. Everyone will find room for this one after Christmas dinner!
Vegan Mince Pies x 6. £5.95
Mince Pies x 6. £5.95
Almond & Orange Shortbread 140g. £5.25
Panettone 750g £19.95
Cocoa Loco Dark Chocolate Minty Thins, 170g. £9.95
Christmas Pudding 450g, £16.95
Chocolate & Clementine Yule Log Kit, £15.95. Serves 6.
A fine festive cheeseboard sorted!
The very best organic British cheeses we’ve tasted – all handmade by small dairies we know and trust.
Large British Cheese Box £34.50
Inside this box, you’ll find Caws Cenarth smoked Caerffili 200g, Fleet Valley Blue 150g, Boy Laity Camembert 165g, Organic Cenarth Brie - 200g, Rainton Tomme 150g, Seven Sisters 125g, Caws Cenarth mature cheddar 200g
Caws Cenarth Mature Cheddar 200g
Real Ale Chutney, 200g, £4.50
Rainton Tomme 150g
Boy Laity Camembert 165g
Fleet Valley Blue 150g
Seven Sisters Sheeps Cheese 125g
Caws Cenarth
Cheddar Smoked Fili 200g
Cheese also available to buy separately.
British Cheese Box £19.95
Four of the very best organic British cheeses we’ve tasted –all handmade by small dairies we know and trust.
Inside the box, you’ll find Belton Farm’s vintage cheddar (200g), Caws Cenarth brie (200g), Yorkshire Blue (180g), Caws Cenarth’s Cheddar Smoked Fili (200g).
1. Christmas Chutney Kit, £9.90 2. Cheddar & Chive Bites 90g, £6.15 3. Kitchen Garden Real Ale Chutney 200g, £4.50 4. Savoury Biscuit Selection £7.95 5. Sea Salt & Cracked
Black Pepper Biscuits 100g, £3.95 6. 6 x Domaine Begude Pinot Noir Case 75cl, £74.50
Drinks
Organic wine, beer, and cider – impeccably sourced from a handful of trusted winemakers and breweries. From wines to pair with roast turkey or a hearty cheeseboard, to the all-important Christmas party fizz.
1. Crémant de Bourgogne 75cl, £23.95 2. South Hams Mulled Wine 75cl, £10.95 3. Mulled Hot Chocolate Kit (serves 4) £ 7.65 4. 6 x Party Mixed Wine Case 75cl, £79.50 5. 6 x Domaine
Begude Pinot Noir 75cl, £79.85
Tempting organic treats to spoil someone special
We’ve got a range of all the best bits to complete festive feasts and some special treats to make great gifts for foodie friends – from cookbooks, to handmade mince pies, Christmas puddings and Riverford gift vouchers.
1. Crémant de Bourgogne 75cl, £23.95 2. Cocoa Loco Dark Chocolate & Mint Thins 170g, £9.95
3. Cocoa Loco Milk & White Chocolate Pudding 70g, £6.65
Mulled Hot Chocolate Kit, £7.65
5. Mince pies x 6, £5.95 6. British Cheese Box, £19.95 7. Riverford Gift e-voucher
8. Riverford Companion Cook Book: Autumn & Winter Veg, £9.95
Orders & delivery
Christmas is coming… don’t miss out!
It’s that time of year again! Our award-winning organic turkeys, festive wines and bubbly, and indulgent pudding kits are here—but only for a short time. Get ahead of the festive rush and place your order as soon as the Christmas shop opens to avoid missing out. When they’re gone, they really are gone!
Your Christmas delivery day
To make sure your Christmas goodies are as fresh as possible, we have rejigged your delivery date for Christmas delivery week only.
Normal delivery day Christmas delivery day
Thursday Thursday 19th December
Friday
20th December
Wednesday Saturday 21st December
Tuesday Sunday 22nd December
Monday Monday 23rd December
Delivery times will vary
Please don’t worry if your delivery arrives later than usual. We're delivering lots of extra boxes for Christmas, making our rounds busier than usual, and we’re tailoring our routes to be as carbon efficient as possible.
You will be able to browse our Christmas range here once the Christmas shop opens: www.riverford.co.uk/christmas
