Friends and family visiting over the festive season? Then why noy treat them to a delicious Mistletoe Kiss cocktail this festive season. Christmas is the most fabulous time of the year and there's nothing quite so nice as settling down in front of a roaring fire with friends and family as you sip a Mistletoe Kiss- your favourite festive cocktail. Recipe: 60ml Honey Vodka 40ml Pineapple Juice 30ml Coconut Cream 20ml Maraschino Cherry Liquor from a jar of Opies cocktail … [Read more...]
Pringles Announces It’s Festive Christmas Flavours
It's going to be a Merry Pringles Christmas as Pringles release it's 2017 festive flavours and this year we're looking forward to munching our way through it's new 'Pigs in Blankets' and 'Xmas Turkey' flavours. Festive fans will go Pringle mad when they find their favourite fix all wrapped up in a Christmas wraparound with their name on the gift tag. The new gift wrap design will also be featured on their Original, Sour Cream and Onion, Salt & Vinegar and Texas BBQ Sauce boxes. … [Read more...]
Brits Favour Christmas Favourite Over Fancy Food Trends
Brits are turning their nose up on fancy food trends and are going back to the traditional roast dinner, which we would typically have over the Christmas period! According to a poll by Hovis® Wholemeal almost 9 out of 10 of us say fad food trends have 'gone too far', such as charcoal in foods and bone broths. Traditional meals including the classic roast dinner with all the trimmings - which we also have over Christmas time, the trusty lasagne and curry came out as favourite amoung … [Read more...]
It’s Time To Re-pack Your Christmas Tree & Prepare For The Festive Season
Taking a little bit of time to store your Christmas tree and decorations correctly after the festive season ensures that they emerge in pristine condition the following year, which is why Hayes Garden World suggest re-packing your Christmas Tree in preparation for the Festive season. Every year we have the same situation - our Christmas Trees are all squashed together and the lights are tangled in a ball that not even the cats can claw their way into. Here's a few tips for making sure … [Read more...]
It’s Candlemas!
We're tempted to get the Christmas decorations out again after realising that February 2nd is actually Candlemas. Not Sure what Candlemass even means? ...Find out all about the day below. Candlemas is a Christian holiday commemorating the presentation of Jesus at the Temple. It falls on February 2 which is 40 days after Christmas. The celebration is not as mainstream as Christmas itself, but after learning many people choose to keep their decorations up until after Candlemas has been … [Read more...]
You’d be Crackers to miss this Festive Wreath from Hotel Chocolat
Make sure your Christmas goes with a 'Bang!' this year with the rather large (huge) Cracker from Hotel Chocolat. This would make a wonderful centre piece for your Christmas table and everyone will want to be one of the two who will have the pleasure of pulling the cracker. Inside there's more than enough for everyone, as once 'cracked' 12 paper hats and 40 delicious individually wrapped chocolates will spill across your table.The chocolates inside are all alcohol free but may contain both … [Read more...]
RSPCA Estimates £250 million Could Be Spent on Pet Presents this Christmas
Following a survey of more than 200 pet owners the RSPCA revealed that around 90% of owners would be buying a Christmas pressie for their pet. More than a third (35%) of pet owners buying presents spend more on their pets than their siblings, a quarter (25%) spend more on pets than their parents and 7% spend more on their pets than their children! We all love to receive cards at Christmas and according to the RSPCA survey almost 3 out of 10 will be given a card from their owner and a … [Read more...]
Give A Little Back This Christmas With These Charity Gift Ideas
It's Christmas time and your looking for gifts for your family and friends so why not get a gift that also gives back? Browse through our favourite picks that also give back to charity. Christmas Stag Cushion By Cancer Research - £3.99 Small or £5.99 Large This beautiful cushion has a stag on the front of it which is on the background of a winter scene. It is available in both small and large so you can get any size to fit your chair and all procedes go to Cancer Research - perfect if your … [Read more...]
Christmas Gift Ideas: Adult And Teen Stocking Fillers
Looking for some gift ideas for stocking fillers for adults and teens? Take a look at our gift ideas using our slider below. Each of these have been tried, tested and viewed so you can trust that the products you see are fantastic!: What are you buying for stocking fillers this year for adults and teens? Comment below and let us know or share on social media using the icons below. … [Read more...]
Kylie Christmas At The Royal Albert Hall
Spend Christmas with someone you love this year, as Kylie brings her unmissable festive concert to The Royal Albert Hall. Returning this year by incredible popular demand on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 December, you can expect all of your favourite Kylie Christmas tracks. Kylie said: “I can’t wait to return to the Royal Albert Hall to share a night of joy and celebration with everyone. Expect Christmas classics, plenty of sparkle and some very special surprises.” Last year’s A Kylie … [Read more...]