Décor & Inspiration
Season’s Greetings: A Christmas Guide to Food, Fun, and Films
18-12-2024
For those who celebrate Christmas, welcome to Team Arden’s Christmas-themed blog, a space where we share holiday inspiration, a roundup of our favourite festive flicks, delicious food, and tips to make this holiday season your most magical and memorable yet!
Get ready for the big day with our mini guide to Christmas prep. A checklist designed to help you stay organised, stress-free, and full of festive cheer.
Deck the Halls: Finish up your Christmas decorating – think wreaths, fairy lights, and a festive table setting!
Clean & Declutter: Tidy up key spaces for guests, gifts, and holiday vibes.
Stock the Pantry: Load up on snacks and ingredients for your festive feast.
Wrap it Up: Get all your gift wrapping done early for a stress-free holiday.
Holiday Playlist: Create a Christmas playlist to set the perfect festive vibe.
Voted by Team Arden, here are our favourite Christmas movies perfect for watching with loved ones in your home theatre.
A list of our favourite Christmas desserts, as voted by Team Arden, celebrating classic flavours and festive indulgence.
Rocky Road: A rich, chocolatey treat filled with crunchy nuts, soft marshmallows, and chewy lollies, creating a mix of textures and flavours. No wonder it came in at number one! For an easy recipe, follow the link here – Rocky Road Recipe.
Pavlova: An Australian Christmas staple, this light and airy dessert mixes a crisp meringue shell, a soft marshmallow-like centre, and a luscious topping of whipped cream with fresh, vibrant fruit. Sounds like a dessert for you? Follow the link for Team Arden’s favourite Pavlova recipe – Pavlova Recipe.
Chocolate Ripple: A simple yet indulgent dessert made by layering chocolate biscuits with whipped cream to create a cake-like texture. Easy, bake-free and perfect for kids! Follow the link for the ultimate chocolate ripple recipe – Choc Ripple Cake.
Caramel Slice: More of an all-year-round dessert, we couldn’t resist adding caramel slice to our list! Decadent with a buttery biscuit base, a smooth and creamy caramel layer, and a glossy chocolate topping. Follow the link for an easy and delicious recipe – Caramel Slice.
A beautiful table sets the tone for a memorable celebration. Now that you know what you’ll be baking for dessert, lets create a table setting with some Christmas flare!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and you’re the most wonderful part of our business! Our customers made 2024 a little brighter for us here at Arden and we can’t wait to fulfil more dreams, craft spaces for more memories, and build more homes… for a lifetime. Whatever festival or holiday you’re celebrating throughout Summer, we wish you and your loved ones a very Happy Holidays!