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Dear Reader, |
Don't panic. Don't panic. There are still three sleeps to go - which means whatever shopping, cooking, cleaning, prepping, packing, wrapping etc you need to still do, there is time, I promise. Or you could be like me. Apart from for the children, our family's gone bah humbug on gifts this year - not because we're stingy Scrooges, but because we all have too much already. And while there is an art to - and a deep pleasure in - the right sort of gifting, one that is researched, or beautifully curated, or that you have created yourself, the tick list of just gifting, for gifting's sake becomes a burden of rash spending on stuff that no one really needs or likes. So we've released ourselves from the present tyranny this year. I'll just pack extra chocolate and champagne - perennials that will never ever get wasted. |
Have a great week. |
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The Perfect Roast |
In charge of cooking this year's Christmas lunch? Get inspired with these expert tips from a handful of chefs - and if you're still deciding on the menu, consider these turkey alternatives or even a veggie centrepiece. Plus, don't miss these ideas for Boxing Day leftovers recipes. |
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Bonhams The Classics x Maison Margaux |
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Festive Decor |
If you haven't yet given your home a sparkly makeover, there's still time. Dot some accessories on your mantelpiece, utilise these lighting tricks to make the house look bigger and impress your guests with an interior designer-approved tablescape. |
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What To Watch |
Christmas is the perfect time to cosy up and rewatch your festive favourites. But if you're looking for newness, there are a whole host of specials to tune into this year. From the hotly anticipated Gavin & Stacey finale to a festive Bake Off special, these are the 2024 Christmas TV highlights. |
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FIVE THINGS NOT TO MISS |
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See London in all its glowing glory at one of the city's Christmas light displays, from Chelsea to Oxford Street and Covent Garden. |
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Today is the shortest day of the year, also known as the winter solstice. Here are some ideas for how to mark the day, including walks, yoga and goal setting. |
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Don't fancy cooking this year? Book a last minute lunch at one of the many restaurants open on Christmas day. |
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Use the Twixmas period to catch up on some of the biggest film releases of 2024, from Wicked to Gladiator II. |
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Catch a last-minute carol concert at the Royal Albert Hall. This year, you can expect 15-sing along performances, presented by Jess Gillam and Greg Beardsell. 11am, 3pm and 7pm until 24 December 2024 |
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Aesthetics trends for 2025 |
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This facial is the perfect party season treatment |
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The White Lotus season 3 trailer is here |
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Why do we get hangxiety? |
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