"For:Mince pies. Ottolenghi is a man of many talents. Namely causing countless people to ask themselves what exactly nigella seeds are. But it turns out that he’s also making some of London’s most popular mince pies. They’re available to buy from the Ottolenghi online shop and fun fact, the fruits and spices filling is softened in brandy and rum from August onwards. Just like our livers. Heads up, there are plenty of festive hampers, Christmas cakes, and panettone available too." - heidi lauth beasley