…The Autograph Premium Suede Ankle Strap Heels, £99 are not only chic, but comfortable too thanks to the slightly wedged heel. Plus, they’re water resistant – a must for the imminent wet weather season. Whilst the Autograph Pony Hair Leopard Print Courts, £99 will bring new life to an old LBD. Finish off all your looks with some statement accessories. We love the Shourouk style Diamanté Double Floral Drop Earrings, £17.50 for their bold mix of vin…
…lusive Diptyque beauty products. However if you’re budget allows then we recommend upgrading to one of the suites. Complete with kitchen, sitting room and in some cases, a gym, these rooms are amongst some of the most impressive we’ve ever seen. Whilst the décor is beautiful, the food incredible and the rooms luxurious, the thing that made our visit quite so wonderful and impressed us the most was the staff. There is an army of people on hand to c…
…l about minimalist décor and NY style communal benches, Naamyaa offers the complete opposite. The menu reflects the erratic décor too, and we mean erratic in the nicest possible way. Not only do they serve up the traditional Thai dishes us Brits know and love, from Laksas to Pad Thai, but Naamyaa also offers a selection of Western favourites from the painfully trendy burgers to a vast weekend brunch menu. As we visited on a Saturday we opted for b…
…ranberry juice) to a highball and mix together with crushed ice, float the cranberry juice on top and add a sprig of mint Recipe from tanqueray.com To see our selection of the Best Gin Cocktails click here….
…opportunity to work with Gareth Pugh – it was a real eye opener. I have a completely different aesthetic but I hold much admiration for Gareth. He has created an incredibly strong brand identity which is something we are conscious to create with Kit Neale, allowing us to work on exciting projects like the one we have just completed with Sky. How would you describe the Kit Neale man? The Kit Neale man is he who enjoys the arts, travel, food, TV, f…
…Dior Eau Sauvage is guaranteed to turn heads with its simple but alluring composition of crisp citrus notes and woody base. Carven Le Parfum Eau de Parfum House of Fraser A floral and fruity scent, Carven’s first fragrance opens with a blend of mandarin blossom and white hyacinth formulated around a heart of sweet pea, jasmine and ylang ylang. Chanel No 5 Eau de Parfum Boots A timeless fragrance, Chanel No5 needs very few words. A classic feminin…
…your hair without you even having to wash it. Rosemary Mint Set Aveda A fresh and fragrant set of rosemary and mint, this shampoo, conditioner and hand and body wash is a must-have for top-to-toe Christmas cleansing. Balmain Hair Styling Collection Thisisbeautymart.com Add a touch of Parisian chic to your Christmas gift list with Balmain’s luxury hair styling collection filled with Session Spray Strong, Silk perfume and Vaporizer, Texturizing Salt…
…el, heat up and serve into a latte glass with a clove studded apple slice. (You can multiple the recipe to make a large batch if you are entertaining friends). Recipe from tanqueray.com Whilst you are taking sips of this, why not peruse our Christmas Food and Drink Gifts gallery for some gift giving ideas this winter?…
…t is it ever tough working in such male dominated fields like politics and comedy? The work isn’t made harder by my gender but I’m probably criticised differently because of it sometimes. Like most women I’ve come up against sexism in the workplace but not while working on 10 O’Clock Live. It’s a joy. Which women inspire you? So many women, too many to list in fact. My family and friends inspire me most – my Mam and her sisters and my Nan who had…
…he office Christmas do, to the cosy 3D Christmas Pudding Jumper that comes complete with a pompom holly sprig. For all the embarrassing dads out there a festive knit is a must this time of year, so look to George’s selection of reindeer, intarsia and Fair Isle sweaters. The Christmas Tree Jumper is our favourite at just £12 – it’ll make a fun and affordable extra stocking filler this December. And for little family members, there’s plenty to choos…
…ravy: 2 tbsp plain flour 750ml turkey stock (above) or chicken stock, or a combination of both 100ml red or white wine What To Do: Place the giblets into a pan with 1.5 litres cold water. Slowly bring to the boil (skim off any foam with a slotted spoon). Add the remaining stock ingredients, then cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and simmer until reduced by half. Strain through a sieve, cool, then cover and chill in the fridge overnig…
…s a Christmas Dinner must-have. Daylesford Organic Christmas Pudding Ocado.com Made using a traditional family recipe, Daylesford brings country chic to the traditional Christmas pud. Thanks to its round shape, you can hang it in water to cook. Tipsy Christmas Puddings Hotel Chocolat Make sure you are firmly sitting on your seat should you decide to indulge in Hotel Chocolat’s Tipsy Christmas Puddings. The traditional pud gets a culinary overhaul…
…and cool slightly. Stir in the breadcrumbs and remaining ingredients until combined. Season well. Using damp hands, roll pieces of stuffing into 20 golf ball-sized balls. Either arrange them around the turkey for its final 30-40 minutes of cooking, or place on a baking sheet lined with non-stick baking parchment and bake for 20 minutes until golden and crisp. Recipe from waitrose.com Learn how to make honey glazed roast carrots and parsnips here….
…n. Remove the cling film from the couscous and stir with a fork. In a jug, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, the juice of 1 lemon and the Harissa Seasoning to make a dressing for the couscous. Add the dressing to the couscous along with the cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, and (optional) parsley. Serve the couscous topped with the grilled halloumi and courgette. Recipe from simplycook.com Indulge in Christmas cheer with our Best Christmas Markets 2013….
…, honey and mustard. Add the vegetables and toss to coat. Place on the hot tray and roast for 30 minutes until caramelised. Recipe from waitrose.com Create the perfect Christmas Cheeseboard with our top tips….