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Discovery+ has announced what viewers can expect from their holiday offering this year, and spoiler alert (not really!): it includes an original Christmas movie starring a major star from The Food Network as well as original specials and holiday-themed episodes of original shows.

The holiday slate kicks off today, so check out the lineup and streaming days below!

Candy Coated Christmas: Behind The Scenes — November 1 (discovery+)
Viewers can join Ree Drummond, host of The Pioneer Woman and one of Food Network’s most popular stars, for an exclusive “making of” journey as she prepares to shoot her first acting role in Candy Coated Christmas. From wardrobe fittings to meeting the cast and crew, and from her first scene to when the director called wrap, Ree will share many memorable moments leading up to her feature debut in the special, including sharing how some of her own recipes were used in the feature and a quick on-set candy-coated trick.

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Candy Coated Christmas — November 19 (discovery+)
Molly Gallant (Molly McCook) was counting on seed money from her father (John McCook, and real-life father of Molly McCook) to help launch an exciting new venture with her best friend. However, just as she and her dad are supposed to be jetting off to Hawaii for their annual Christmas trip, Molly learns that the family business is facing bankruptcy. The only way to recoup the funds she needs is to sell her late mother’s childhood home in the town of Peppermint Hollow, Washington: the “Peppermint Capital of the World.”

Molly fully intends to get the house on the market and get out of the cold to sunny Hawaii by Christmas, but then she meets the current renters, Noah Winters (Aaron O’Connell) and his family, who warmly welcome her into their home, sharing their holiday traditions with her. It begins to seem as if fate, and the weather, are conspiring to keep Molly in Peppermint Hollow, even as she begins to appreciate the value of family. And she and Noah may discover a new way to make a mint…together.  Also starring Lee Garlington, Jae Suh Park, Landry Townsend, Lonzo Liggins, and Food Network’s own Ree Drummond as bakery owner Bee.

Mary McCartney Serves It Up — November 23 (discovery+)
In each of the half-hour episodes, Mary connects with her friends and family over good food. Mary’s dad, the legendary musician Sir Paul McCartney joins her for the ultimate holiday feast, featuring decadent sides to accompany a vegetarian roast. But, the star of the meal is a sweet and savory vegan Yorkshire pudding that earns the chief taste tester, Mary’s dad’s seal of approval. Then, Sir Paul teaches Mary the secret recipe for his signature cocktail, a Maccarita, a unique McCartney spin on the traditional margarita.

The celebrations continue when Oprah Winfrey joins Mary virtually for cocktails and canapés. The two make history, when Mary gets Oprah to make a homemade dip for the very first time by teaching her the recipe for an incredible Bloody Mary Dip served with Focaccia Skewers. Mary’s little sister, Stella McCartney, also stops by to taste test her Party Perfect Pie, and to help prepare a stunning Roasted Toasted Salad inspired by their mom. Reese Witherspoon gets a master class in entertaining family-style, when Mary shows her how to make luxurious Creamy Green Pasta, a guaranteed crowd pleaser for any seasonal get together. Mary also shows her friend how to make the ultimate British dessert, a Towering Cherry Trifle.

Surfing Santa – November 26 (discovery+)
Get in the holiday spirit by catching a wave with the one and only Santa Claus. This journey to a surfer’s paradise invites audiences to relax and celebrate the festive season from the beach.

Cozy Holiday Kitchens – November 26 (discovery+)
Step into the kitchen to prepare holiday meals with four chefs from around the world. This episode takes viewers on a journey to India, Mexico, Ethiopia, and the United States to experience festivity through food.

Festive Fireplaces of the World – November 26 (discovery+)
Cozy up next to fireplaces from all over the world. An extraordinary group of over 30 global filmmakers take viewers to the farthest corners of the earth to experience the unique warmth and comfort of sitting by a fire.

Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines: Holiday – December 18 (Food Network)
Two special back-to-back holiday episodes! In the first episode, “Holiday Candy,” Joanna shares one of her favorite holiday traditions: making candy to give as gifts to family and friends. Viewers will be inspired for their own gift-giving plans as Joanna shares her classic treat recipes like salted caramel peanut brittle, white chocolate peppermint bark, cherry mashers, peanut butter balls and caramels. Then, in “Holiday Sides,” Joanna whips up her favorite side dishes to ring in the holidays. Her menu includes homemade green bean casserole, delicious sweet potato casserole, creamy macaroni and cheese, gooey pecan bars and spiced mulled cider. The Food Network linear premieres take place in advance of Magnolia Network’s rebrand of DIY Network on January 5.

Stay Merry,