It’s time for the first of our 2010 mince pie reviews… today we’re looking at Waitrose’s shortcrust mince pies.

Jessica says 8 out of 10

The pastry is softer than the usual pie,not as dry. The mince meat has worrying shapes in it, it’s crunchy and has all sorts of chewiness. Very nice.

Richard says 7 out of 10

A well filled pie with soft pastry. Let down a little by its appearance and tastes a bit too buttery.