ABOVE: Coles chief executive officer Leah Weckert and Coles ambassador and Michelin-starred chef Curtis Stone.
Coles has unveiled this year’s festive range, including more than 400 Own Brand products and exclusive specialty drinks that are promoted as being easy, affordable and bursting with flavour.
A recent survey of 8000 Coles’ customers found of those celebrating Christmas, 23 percent are planning to cook and entertain even more at home this year compared to previous years.
Coles chief executive officer Leah Weckert said Coles was focused on delivering an easy-to-prepare and delicious festive range for every kind of occasion.
“We understand that this year has been challenging for many Aussie families and we want to make sure our festive range is not only truly delicious but also easy to prepare and affordable, so our customers can focus on what matters most – creating special moments with family and friends,” Ms Weckert said.
“Our team of development chefs, producers and suppliers have worked tirelessly to bring together a range of 89 new Coles Own Brand products, sourced from our suppliers both here in Australia and globally, to add a touch of magic to Christmas tables across the country.”
Australian Pork Limited CEO Margo Andrae with Leah Weckert – celebrating the launch of Coles 2024 Christmas range, which includes two new ham options.
Food highlights
Coles ambassador and Michelin-starred chef Curtis Stone said this year’s festive range has a delicious assortment of favourites, with options to suit every celebration.
“I’ve always believed the best dishes start with the finest and freshest ingredients, and this year’s Coles Christmas range is no exception.”
“Coles has gone to great lengths this year to take the guesswork out of the Christmas menu, to make sure everyone can plate up a delicious and affordable meal,” he said.
“For my family and me, an Aussie Christmas is all about fresh prawns, succulent hams and delicious light desserts that are perfect for summer.
“I personally love creating my festive menu from the abundance of fresh and in-season produce on offer, but if you need a little help, there are some great options available that don’t always need my recipes.”
Entertaining and canape options include Reindeer Bao Buns and Coles Finest Triple-Smoked Ham and Three Cheese Croquettes.
For mains, highlights include two new ham options… a showstopping Rib Rack Crackling Pork Roast with rich mountain ash smoke – sweet pork flavour and delicious crackling in every portion – and a single smoked ham with maple-mustard glaze and nectarine compote.
There’s also the Coles Finest Free-Range RSPCA Turkey Roast wrapped in streaky bacon with a fruity stuffing.
For a plant-based option, there’s the Nature’s Kitchen Vegetable Wellington filled with mushroom, water chestnut and a medley of vegetables encased in a crispy hand-crafted pastry casing.
To finish, dessert highlights include the Luxury Sicilian Lemon Sponge Pudding with zesty lemon sauce, topped with a sprinkle of freeze-dried raspberries.
Another option is the Coles Finest Christmas Fruit Mince Pie Flavoured Milk Chocolate Block, crafted by expert Belgian chocolatiers, with flavours of candied orange and festive spices.
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