5 Top Tips for Preparing the Perfect Christmas Turkey
As the festive season approaches, there’s nothing quite like the anticipation of a succulent Christmas turkey taking centre stage at your dining table. At Downland Produce, we take pride in providing exceptional produce to Wiltshire and mainland UK, ensuring that your holiday celebrations are filled with the finest flavours and highest quality meats. Whether you’re hosting an intimate family gathering or a grand festive feast, our commitment to excellence shines through in every bite.
1. Opt for Quality with Downland’s Turkey Delivery
Start your Christmas feast on the right note by choosing a premium turkey from Downland Produce. Our carefully selected birds are raised to the highest standards, ensuring a tender and flavourful centrepiece for your festive spread. Take advantage of our convenient turkey delivery service to have the choicest cuts delivered straight to your doorstep.
2. Plan Ahead for the Perfect Thaw
Avoid last-minute stress by planning ahead for thawing your turkey. Allow ample time for the bird to defrost in the refrigerator, ensuring even cooking and preserving the juiciness of the meat. A rule of thumb is to allow 24 hours of thawing time for every 4-5 pounds of turkey.
3. Season to Perfection
Elevate the flavour profile of your Christmas turkey with a well-balanced seasoning. Create a flavourful rub using a mix of herbs, spices, and olive oil to enhance the natural taste of the bird. Marinate the turkey overnight for maximum impact, infusing every bite with a symphony of festive flavours.
4. Invest in a Quality Meat Thermometer
Achieve the ideal level of doneness by investing in a reliable meat thermometer. This kitchen essential ensures that your turkey is cooked to perfection, with the internal temperature reaching a safe and delicious level.
5. Allow for Resting Time
Before carving into your masterpiece, let the turkey rest for at least 20 minutes. This crucial step allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a moist and flavourful experience for every guest at your table.
Make this Christmas memorable with a Downland Produce Christmas turkey, delivered to your door for a hassle-free holiday feast. Experience the joy of exceptional produce and elevate your festivities with the finest Christmas meats delivery service in Wiltshire and mainland UK, shop our turkey and other Christmas meats today!
Black Friday Offers and Christmas Orders
Don’t miss our Black Friday offers – 20% off EVERYTHING until midnight on Sunday 3rd December! Use code BF20 at checkout.
Dates for last Christmas orders:
- Last orders for whole turkey and whole goose is Sunday 10th December.
- Last orders for cooked ham and gammon is Sunday 10th December.
- Last orders for everything else is Sunday 17th December.
- You can collect your orders Monday-Friday from the unit between 9am and 4pm.
Delivery Information
Below are the postcodes for “local delivery” on (Tuesdays and Fridays). NO LOCAL DELIVERY ON TUESDAY 26th December or TUESDAY 2nd January
BA13*, BA1*, BA14*, BA12*, BA3*, BA15*, BA2*, BA11*, SN8*, SN9*, SN10*, SN11*, SN12*, SN13*, SN14*, SN15*, SN16*
We use a next day courier service for any outside of the local postcode list, the courier typically asks for us to allow 2 days for delivery during the busy time.
Week from Monday 18th to Sunday 24th below:
- Monday 18th December “Courier out orders for Tuesday / Wednesday delivery”
- Tuesday 19th December “Local Delivery” + “Courier out orders for Wednesday / Thursday delivery”
- Wednesday 20th December “London Delivery” + “Last day to Courier out orders for Thursday / Friday delivery”
- Friday 22nd December “Local Delivery”
Saturday 23rd December “London Markets Collection”
- Chapel Market – Chapel Street, London N1 9EN
- Broadway Market – Broadway Market, London Fields, London, E8 4PH
- Brook Green Market St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, 40 Masbro Road, Brook Green, W14 0LT
Sunday 24th December “London Markets Collection”
- Chapel Market – Chapel Street, London N1 9EN
- Chatsworth Road Market – Chatsworth Road, Lower Clapton, London E5 0LH
- Broadway Market – Broadway Market, London Fields, London, E8 4PH
- Fulham Farmers’ Market – All Saints Church Of England Primary School, Bishop’s Park, Bishop’s Ave, London SW6 6ED