Clementine and sloe gin mince pies

Try your hand at creating these alternative mince pies to truly get yourself in the Christmas spirit, that spirit being gin!  Ingredients:  300g plain flour  170g unsalted butter, chilled and diced  Finely grated zest 2 clementines  2 medium free-range eggs  400g good-quality mincemeat (make sure it’s vegetarian if you need it to be)  20g flaked… Read more…

It’s Quizmas!

Put your grey matter to the test with our cracking Christmas quiz.     1) What is the highest-grossing Christmas film of all time?  a. Die Hard  b. Home Alone  c. Elf  2) Which country has a tradition of a witch dropping gifts for children through the Chimney at Christmas? a. Romania  b. Sweden  c. Italy … Read more…

The best Christmas shopping & festive activities in & around London

As the festive season approaches, London transforms into a winter wonderland, brimming with enchanting Christmas markets, dazzling lights, and an array of festive activities.   Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the capital city and its surrounding areas offer a unique blend of traditional charm and contemporary celebrations during the holiday season.   From the iconic… Read more…

A spooktacular quiz

As we approach the spooky season, put your brains to the test with our Halloween quiz. Be warned, this terrifying trivia may scare you stiff! 1) Which Shakespeare play has witchcraft at the heart of the story?  a. Macbeth b. Othello c. A Midsummer Night’s Dream 2) What year was Mary Shelly’s novel, Frankenstein, published? a.… Read more…