Booker has launched its online Christmas hub and guide with menu inspiration and ingredients to support foodservice operators.
The Tesco-owned wholesaler’s 2026 Christmas collection features own-brand starters, main meal components, meat-free dishes, sides and accompaniments with ready-to-cook and partially prepared options.
Booker will also be offering a selection of British and global cheese options, a portfolio of beers, wines, spirits, no and low alcohol drinks, as well as tableware, crackers and decorations.
Starter dishes include Chef’s Premium Coquille St Jacques, Smoked Salmon Terrine and Cheddar Cheese Souffle, while mains include Venison and Duck Pie, Brie, Pancetta and Cranberry Mac and Cheese, alongside classics such as Carvery Gammon, Pork Joint and Stuffed Turkey Breast Joint.
At the butchery counter, operators can access bespoke advice and custom meat cuts and joints to suit specific menu requirements, from prime beef, gammon and pork, and turkey including chilled and frozen whole birds, crowns and ready-to-slice cuts.
Booker will also stock fresh fillets and prepared seafood main courses, as well as plant-based options such as The Fat Chef Beetroot and Butternut Squash Wellington and Mediterranean Vegetable Tart.
To tap into trending sharing boards and group grazing, the wholesaler has launched a selection of items under its Food To Share range, including Frickles (fried pickles), Kimchi Hash Browns, Pork and Nduja Meatballs, Breaded Jalapeño Peppers and Hoi Sin Duck Bao Buns.
Booker’s new festive dessert range includes a White Chocolate, Cherry and Praline Torte, and a Chocolate and Ginger Tart, alongside classics such as Christmas pudding and mince pies.
Available under Booker’s own-brand tiers, Chef’s Essentials, Chef’s Menu and Chef’s Premium, the Christmas 2026 range is designed to suit different operator needs, price points and venues.
“Our Christmas 2026 collection has been designed to help busy operators meet consumer demand for nostalgic flavours, trending ingredients, and versatile dining experiences – with an eye on shifts in eating habits whilst being mindful of cost challenges,” said Booker managing director for foodservice Nev Irani.
“We’re here to bring the quality, choice, service and value that operators need for a successful festive season, along with product consistency to ensure every order meets customer expectations, minimises wastage and maintains operational efficiencies across busy kitchens.”
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