Marks & Spencer is kicking off the festive season early, with more of its Christmas 2026 food range landing in Foodhalls across the country from today, Wednesday, September 30.
Shoppers will find everything from indulgent Italian-crafted panettones to a brand-new Chocolate Liqueurs Selection and a fresh collection of flavoured fruit and nut mixes designed for sharing.
Fans of the retailer will love the nostalgic Big Six biscuit assortment, which arrives in a St. Michael-inspired carton pulled straight from the M&S Archive and reimagined for this Christmas. This is a revamp of the original Big Six from the 1950s.
The hugely popular Caramel Crunch also makes a much-anticipated return after flying off shelves last year. Whether you’re hunting for gifts or simply want an early taste of the season, there is plenty to explore.
The M&S Caramel Crunch is a returning favourite
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The panettone offering is particularly impressive this year, with every single loaf baked in Italy. The star of the range is the new Collection Single Origin Chocolate & Stem Ginger Panettone, a 1kg sweet loaf crafted by the Di Gennaro family over 56 hours using Alpine butter from Piedmont and 75% dark chocolate sourced from the Dominican Republic. That one arrives in stores slightly later, on November 1, priced at £20.
Alongside it, you’ll find the Classic Panettone, Cranberry & Orange, Double Chocolate, Lemon & Orange, and the Collection Italian Nocciolato Panettone finished with a Piedmont hazelnut glaze.
M&S lead product developer for bakery, Harry Peak, said: “Panettone has become a much-loved part of seasonal celebrations, so this year we wanted to offer something for every occasion, from traditional favourites to delicious new twists. We carefully select the perfect ingredients to make every panettone extra delicious.
“Our new Chocolate and Ginger flavour is a personal favourite, particularly for brunch, with slow-fermented sourdough, warming ginger and intense single-origin dark chocolate. Each of our panettones has been created to bring a real sense of theatre to the table, whether it is being shared with guests or given as a thoughtful gift.”
Over in the gifting department, the Big Six is an affordable option. Priced at just £5, it packs 21 biscuits across six beloved varieties — including the All-Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookie and Milk Chocolate Fudge Cream.
The new Chocolate Liqueurs Selection brings together 12 Belgian chocolates filled with double-distilled M&S liqueurs in flavours like cherry, amaretto, elderflower and crème de cassis, at £12 for 155g. The Collection Belgian Chocolate Biscuit Selection rounds things out at £14.50 for 1kg.
M&S lead product developer for biscuits & savoury snacking, Martha Coakley, said: “The best festive treats feel generous, nostalgic and made for sharing. The moment we rediscovered the original Big Six biscuit carton in the M&S Archive, we knew we had to bring it back, filled with the biscuits our customers love today.
“Together with our delicious chocolate and biscuits, we’ve created products that are perfect for gifting and bringing people together throughout the festive season. For me, that’s what this time of year is all about.”
The Big Six comes in nostalgic St. Michael-inspired packaging
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The Raisin, Orange and White Chocolate Ginger Fruit Medley is available for £8
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M&S has also unveiled four new flavoured fruit and nut mixes, all priced at £8. There is a Raisin, Orange and White Chocolate Ginger Fruit Medley, a Rosemary & Black Pepper Smoked Nut Medley, Salted & Spiced Caramelised Maple Pecans, and a Pecorino & Truffle Roasted Nut Medley.
M&S lead product developer for Food On The Move Produce, Sadia Usman, said: “Fruit and nuts are seasonal favourites, so we’ve given the classic combination an M&S Food twist. Pairing rich, fruity flavours with satisfying crunch, the range looks beautiful, tastes delicious and is made for sharing.”
Highlights include:
- Collection Single Origin Chocolate & Stem Ginger Panettone (£20, 1kg)
- The Big Six biscuit assortment (£5, 400g)
- Chocolate Liqueurs Selection (£12, 155g)
- Raisin, Orange and White Chocolate Ginger Fruit Medley (£8, 280g)
- Rosemary & Black Pepper Smoked Nut Medley (£8, 270g)
- Salted & Spiced Caramelised Maple Pecans (£8, 250g)
- Pecorino & Truffle Roasted Nut Medley (£8, 280g)