Tag: christmas
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For him: The best Christmas gifts for him this year
They say men are easy to please when it comes to gifts – but in reality, the options for men aren’t quite as extensive as they are for women. Before you know it, you’re scrambling on the evening of the 23rd for something that feels thoughtful and original. Socks? Scarves? Aftershave? They’re classics for a…
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Full festive feasts: Here are London’s best spots to eat, drink, and be merry this Christmas
Every year, we all end up at that obligatory company Christmas dinner or a friend’s festive shindig. But beyond those “must-do” events, London’s restaurants are pulling out all the stops to get us out there celebrating this season. You don’t need to be a die-hard Christmas fan to enjoy them – these restaurants are properly…
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Inside Yuletide Yard: Flat Iron Square’s huge new Christmas takeover
Flat Iron Square is going all in on Christmas this year. Running now through December, the London Bridge hotspot has transformed its outdoor terrace into Yuletide Yard – a full-blown winter playground created with Camden Town Brewery. Expect the world’s smallest pub, neon fairground glow, limited-edition street food, festive cocktails, live entertainment and enough twinkling…
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Sweet like chocolate: 8 best Christmas chocolate gifts you can buy now
If there’s one gift that never fails, it’s chocolate. Predictable? Maybe. But seriously – what could possibly go wrong with chocolate? Practically nothing. And just because it’s a safe choice doesn’t mean it’s boring. Chocolate makers know how to turn a simple treat into a little moment of magic, with unexpected or even viral flavour…
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The best Christmas bakes to gift (or eat) this season: panettones, mince pies, and more
Ah, Christmas – the time for family, laughter, love, and most importantly… food. Supermarkets are stacked with festive bakes, and our favourite bakeries always bring their A-game, so we’re seriously spoilt for choice. But with so many options, it’s worth knowing what’s actually worth picking up — especially if you’ve got a dinner full of…
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Lace up! Here are the 7 most magical ice-skating rinks in London this year
Whether you’re after a full festive day out, a quick pre-theatre glide, or a backdrop steeped in history, the city’s rinks each offer their own version of seasonal sparkle. From iconic pop-ups under thousands of lights to grand palace settings and reliable indoor favourites, here’s your at-a-glance guide to the very best places to skate…
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Review – Inca’s Christmas menus are festive, flavourful, and full of theatre
For those who haven’t come across it yet (and we wouldn’t blame you – it’s genuinely easy to miss), Inca is a Latin American restaurant, though simply calling it a restaurant feels a little reductive. This is London, after all, where dining often merges into performance. Hidden behind what feels like an unmarked black door…
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Review – Christmas at The Ivy Northcote Road: A new opening that already feels like a classic
Some restaurants are just perfect for winter months, and The Ivy Northcote Road Brasserie is one of them. The new site only opened in late September, yet it’s already functioning like a neighbourhood institution – permanently busy, reliably indulgent, and wrapped in just enough festive glamour to make a dark winter evening feel celebratory. Walking…
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Skate at Somerset House: The most iconic Christmas rink is back and more beautiful than ever
London’s most iconic ice rink is back, and it’s not budging on Christmas sparkle. From today, 12 November, to 11 January 2026, Skate at Somerset House with Virgin Atlantic Holidays officially returns to transform the neoclassical courtyard into a full-blown festive wonderland. Think twinkling lights, the city’s most photogenic 40ft Christmas tree, and a line-up…
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