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Charlie Bigham’s, a UK-based premium pre-prepared food brand, has launched its most luxurious collection to date – the Brasserie range – now available in select Waitrose stores.

This new offering aims to elevate the at-home dining experience, providing consumers with restaurant-quality meals crafted by expert chefs.

The Brasserie range features a selection of indulgent dishes prepared in small batches at Bigham’s London kitchen. Each meal is designed to replicate the quality and sophistication of fine dining, using traditional techniques and high-quality ingredients.

Notable dishes include:

Beef Wellington (£29.95): A prime centre-cut fillet encased in golden puff pastry, complemented by a rich mushroom duxelles and chicken liver, delivering a classic showstopper.

Venison Bourguignon (£16.95): Slow-braised Scottish venison served with roasted vegetables and decadent browned butter mash, embodying the essence of comfort food.

Coq au Vin (£16.95): French-trimmed chicken legs braised in red wine, accompanied by mushrooms, bacon, and a luxurious dauphinoise, offering a taste of French bistro dining.

Salmon Wellington (£19.95): Sushi-grade salmon layered with spinach and leeks, wrapped in a delicate mushroom duxelles and puff pastry, creating a refined flavour profile.

Duck Confit & Pommes Anna (£16.95): Tender duck confit paired with a rich lentil sauce and cheesy browned butter potatoes, perfect for a cosy evening at home.

This launch taps into a growing consumer trend, with recent research indicating that 48% of Britons prefer dining at home for romantic occasions. Additionally, 86% of respondents highlighted food as the most crucial element of such experiences.

The range caters to this demand, offering meals that transform any evening into a special occasion.

Founder Charlie Bigham said: "Showstopping food doesn’t always have to mean going out. With the Brasserie range, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality experience at home – indulgent, crafted dishes that make any evening special."

Miriam Tellis, head of trading for meal solutions & bakery at Waitrose, added: "Almost 30 years ago, Waitrose was the first supermarket to stock Charlie Bigham's meals. The new Brasserie range features delicious, restaurant-inspired dishes made from high-quality ingredients, creating a special dining experience in the comfort of your home."