Christmas at Banchina

Banchina is running an Italian-inspired Christmas feast from 20 November, and it stays on the menu right through to 20 December. It's a month-long run, so you've got a good window to fit it in whenever works best for you rather than having to scramble for one specific date.

As the name suggests, the whole thing is built around Italian flavours. It's a feast, so it's designed for a group rather than a solo meal — the kind of thing that works for a proper sit-down with friends or family. If you're looking for a way to get a Christmas get-together sorted without having to do the cooking yourself, this is a straightforward option that takes care of the main part of the evening.

It runs from 20 November to 20 December, so it covers the bulk of the run-up to the big day. If you're planning something for a small group, that's a fair bit of leeway to work with. You can go early in the month or wait until closer to the 25th.

Banchina is on Llanthony Road in Gloucester Quays, GL1 5SH. The feast starts from £29 per person, which is a helpful starting point for figuring out what the night will cost you.