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Ginevra Benedetti

Chef Jamie Oliver shares his home truths - including the one thing his Christmas would never be without

Jamie oliver on banquette seat in restaurant in front of paintings and patterned wall paper.

The chef and TV presenter lives in Essex with his wife Jools, and children Petal, Buddy and River. Their eldest Poppy has just graduated while Daisy is still studying, but they’ll both be home for Christmas.

What’s your favourite time at Christmas?

River, my youngest, is still at that age when everything is completely magical. We’ll put mince pies and carrots out for Father Christmas on Christmas Eve, and he LOVES decorating the tree, and that’s just wonderful to be around. Aside from the great food, it’s still all about family and getting everyone together.

This year has been very busy, and the kids are all getting older and off doing their own things more and more, so Christmas is that one time of year where everyone is there to celebrate together. And nothing beats that.

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