People look forward to different parts of Christmas. For some it’s presents or seeing old friends and family…but for many it’s all about the food. It’s not just Christmas dinner either – cafes and bakeries across the city have a selection of delicious treats to sample throughout December. With that in mind, here are three places you really ought to visit before the year is out.

Princely puddings

Ray’s Bakery, Allerton Road

Initially based in Prescot, well-established craft bakery, Ray’s, opened a new branch on Allerton Road in 2012. Ray’s particularly prides itself on its Christmas puddings, which are made from a Guinness, barley wine and brandy mix featuring only the finest fruits, nuts and cherries. The bakery also offers a full range of regular and mini mince pies.

Tea time treats

Cuthbert’s Bakehouse, Mount Pleasant

Cuthbert’s Bakehouse offers traditional afternoon tea throughout the year, but in December it takes on a Christmassy feel with a limited edition festive menu. A seasonal twist on Cuthbert’s afternoon fare, it features a selection of classic favourites alongside Cuthbert’s own recipes including seasonal red velvet cake, mini mince pies and chocolate and clementine rum pudding.

All-time favourites

Satterthwaites Bakehouse, Coronation Road, Crosby

Satterthwaites has been baking on Merseyside in one form or another for over 100 years. Still based in Crosby, its bakehouse continues to produce some of the firm’s much-loved treats including Bavarian slices and lemon drizzle cakes. For the festive season this year, it is offering indulgent mince pies topped with brandy butter and classic Christmas cakes.

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