Make Christmas Irresistible this year with Central England Co-operative

Posted by nathan lloyd | Published: 07/12/2016


Christmas is a time when everyone likes to treat themselves, families and friends to the very best in food and drink.

Whether it’s for creating an indulgent and glorious Christmas dinner or throwing an unforgettable party for family and friends, the festive season is a time when people can go all out and wow their guests with irresistible treats.

This year people can make their Christmas Irresistible by stocking up on the fantastic new range, available in Central England Co-operative stores.

Wake up in style

Waking up on Christmas morning, there’s nothing better than bringing a touch of luxury to the first meal of the day.

Why not try buttermilk crumpets to warm yourself up for £1 and people who like their breakfast with an artisan twist can opt for Irresistible butter croissants for just 69p each.

How about trying something really special, and serve up smoked salmon crème fraiche and spinach for £2.49.

Luscious lunchtime

The main event on December 25 has got to be Christmas dinner and it wouldn’t be same without those little trimmings and extras that will make the meal sparkle – plus of course a delightful dessert to finish off the big day.

Why not start off with some smoked haddock fishcakes for £1.50 or some gruyere cheese and poppy seed twists for £1.79?

People can give your main course an extra boost of delicious flavour with cranberry and apple stuffing for just £1.49.

To finish off the festive meal in style, check out the Co-operative Irresistible richly fruited Christmas pudding, matured to perfection for 12 months for £3, or why not splash out and pick up a white chocolate gold bomb packed with chocolate mousse and raspberry compote for £12, or even a chocolate and passion fruit Christmas star made up of layers of sponge, fruit and chocolate for £8.

Sweet tooth surprise

Then, of course, there’s that relaxing time with family in-front of the TV, with that in mind Christmas Day would be complete without buttercrust mince pies for just £2. These are an ideal way to welcome guests or just keep the kids happy between presents and dinner time.

Let’s be honest, we all love to find some chocolates in our Christmas stocking, and there are plenty to choose from at the local Central England Co-operative store.

People can pick up some Fairtrade dark chocolate for 1.59 or treat everyone at home with gorgeous Prosecco truffles for £5 or the Fairtrade palette collection of chocolates – made up of a mix of flavour combinations from plum pudding and raisins, and even fig and ginger – also for £5. So pick up a couple of boxes for family and friends.

Raise a glass of Christmas cheer

Toast Christmas and the New Year to come with a selection of wines from the Co-op Irresistible range.

Fans of smooth full-bodied reds can enjoy Fairtrade Irresistible Melbec for 6.99.

This wine has helped to improve the lives of people in Argentina by providing safe drinking water and education. Lovers of white wines will also not miss out with £6.99 Fiano. This enticing wine is full of peach, nectarine and gentle honeyed notes.

People can also raise a glass in celebration with the award-winning Prosecco for just £7.99.

Anyone not drinking alcohol can still enjoy the party by having a glass of Co-operative elderflower and grape or Co-operative red grape, for just £1.69 a bottle.

If you like the look of our Irresistible range, head in store today to pick up over 350 new items that will tickle your taste buds.

More information on our Christmas and Irresistible products is available by visiting http://www.centralengland.coop/mycoopdeals

Notes to editors

All prices are subject to change.
About Central England Co-operative
Central England Co-operative is one of the largest independent retail co-operative societies in the UK. It is a modern, forward-looking organisation employing over 8,000 staff, with projected gross sales of £958million for 2016/17. The Society recently celebrated being named Leading Co-operative of the Year 2016 by Co-operatives UK. The Society’s principal areas of activity are food, funeral services, and property. Central England Co-operative has more than 430 trading outlets across 16 counties including; West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Rutland, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.  The Society has an ambitious food store development programme for 2015/16.
Central England Co-operative is proud of its reputation for ethical business practices and corporate responsibility.  It is a member of Business in the Community, the membership organisation that stands for responsible business, and has also won many business awards for excellence.  The Society supports a number of charities including Newlife Foundation for Disabled Children and invests a percentage of its trading profit into local communities.
For more information visit http://www.centralengland.coop follo,w Central England Co-operative on Twitter: @mycoopfood, and on Facebook: facebook.com/centralenglandcooperative
Rob Smyth / Jo Baldock at Central England Co-operative on 01543 414140
Email – publicrelations@centralengland.coop