Have a delicious Christmas by sampling these festive treats in the north-east

Now that we’re into December, it’s finally deemed acceptable to crank up the festive music and kit out our humble abodes with dazzling lights, trees and decorations.
Not only that, but it also means we can begin stockpiling our favourite festive treats as well.
Luckily for us, the north-east does not fall short of cafes, bakeries and restaurants serving up indulgent Christmas-inspired food and drinks.
Whether you’re a fan of sweet cupcakes, meringues, macarons or decadent hot chocolates, or love gathering your family together to enjoy a sweet or savoury platter, there is something to suit all tastes.
In need of some inspiration? Take a look at our roundup below.
The Rustic Grill
Balmellie Street, Turriff
BrewDog DogTap
Unit Balmacassie Industrial Estate, Ellon
Almondine
Chapel Street, Aberdeen
The Perfect Platter
Inverurie
FreshMex
Schoolhill, Aberdeen
Figment Coffee
Countesswells Road, Aberdeen
Portsoy Ice Cream
Seafield Street, Portsoy
Platter
Aberdeen
The Chester Hotel
Queen’s Road, Aberdeen
Arty Crafty Cakes by Lhea
Kintore
Vegan Bay Baker
Newburgh, Aberdeenshire
Cafe Ahoy
Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen
Hannah Bakes Cakes
Aberdeen
Dusk
Langstane Place, Aberdeen
Lana-Lou Bakes
Aberdeen