It’s apt that Paul’s signature hue is a rich royal purple – ’cause there’s little doubt that his chocs are fit for Kings and Queens. I may be just a simple commoner, but I always relish the chance to savour his sweets.

Calling all red wine lovers for an exclusive evening at London’s Gaucho restaurant Tuesday 10 December 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Leafy South-West London is getting a new kid on the block from 2014, when London House opens its doors in February. The latest offering from the Gordon Ramsay Group promises dining just as stylish as its surroundings, with a separate drinks lounge serving premium spirits, modern and traditional cocktails, London-brewed beers and a carefully curated wine list.

First up in our multi-instalment melange of sugar, spice and all things nice, we tackle Cooks’ Comestibles – a culinary collection to keep the domestic goddess (or God) in your life in delicacies that are just that bit different. 

Whatever the poison of those you must purchase for, the solution lies below. We’re drunk enough to ground Santa’s sleigh in our selfless pursuit of pulling together a comprehensive collection of bevvies. Drink up; we’re off for a lie down…

Ice stating and alcohol is surely a match made in (comedy) heaven. Good news then that London’s first pub ice rink is to open from December, at the Leather Bottle in Earlsfield.

Bake a pumpkin pie, gather round the table and thank your lucky stars for this Thanksgiving round up.

With Christmas just around the corner, could there be a better time to stock up on biscuits? Whether eaten on their own, shared, or dunked in a hot cup of tea or coffee, nothing brings comfort quite as well (or quickly) as a tasty biscuit. Good news from Fox’s then, who are celebrating Christmas time by releasing some new tasty varieties.

Love the feel of an old-world country club? Can’t get enough of a good, juicy steak? Then you’ll surely love the new, refurbished Dog & Fox in Wimbledon, which has recently undergone a complete redesign and now has an updated menu.

To celebrate the opening of their new Farringdon store, as well as Movember, burrito restaurant Benito’s Hat will be offering free burritos to anyone sporting a’tache between 12 and 3pm on Monday 25 November.