Turkeys with a twist

Liven up Christmas with a spicy Cajun, rendang or buah keluak turkey

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Turkey may be an essential dish for many Christmas feasts, but a traditional roast bird can be bland and boring.

Why not go for a non-traditional option this festive season? Restaurants and hotels offer localised versions with flavours like rendang and satay. Others feature interesting ingredients such as Manuka honey and buah keluak, or are given an Asian spin.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on December 02, 2018, with the headline Turkeys with a twist. Subscribe