BRASSERIE Blanc, the restaurant group led by CEO Mark Derry and acclaimed chef Raymond Blanc, will launch limited edition Christmas cards to raise money for housing and homelessness charity Shelter.

They are available now with all profits going to Shelter, each brasserie will receive approximately 100 packs of six cards, with a festive message from Raymond, retailing at £5.

Photography of the cards was taken by Jill Mead who also shot several seasonal food photography collections for Brasserie Blanc during its re-branding programme.

Every year Shelter helps millions of people who are struggling with inadequate housing or homelessness, campaigning to make it more affordable so one day everyone can have a home.

Mark Derry, CEO of Brasserie Blanc, said: “The work that Shelter does and the issues it deals with really hits home at this time of year. We hope to raise over £7,000 from the sales of our Christmas cards. Jill’s images are stunning so turning them into something our guests can enjoy and share, while raising money for a great cause, seemed the logical step.”