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You can never have enough good food at Christmas, when the victuals take centre stage

You can never have enough good food at Christmas, when the victuals take centre stage. Which is why it's no harm to stock up on some of Olvi Oils' delicious pestos, pastes, vinaigrettes, relishes and fresh sauces.

Handmade and home-cooked by father and daughter team Sam and Miriam Griffith, these are easy-to-use, additive-free additions to the general yuletide fodder, providing instant options to dress up the cold turkey and feed any unexpected holiday arrivals. They also come in gift bags and tiny towers called Olvi stacks - a selection of six mini Olvi products prettily packed and hand-luggage friendly - making for ideal presents for foody friends. Available in Morton's, Avoca, the Temple Bar food market and many other gourmet shops around the country, they can also be sourced by calling 01-4906728.