Milkshake lovers rejoice! Shaken Udder’s newest flavour Vanillalicious is here at last
Dickinson & Morris Luxury hamper
With more and more people opting for traditional British food, this year would be the perfect moment to send someone special a Dickinson & Morris Luxury hamper. Full of premium regional produce this hamper would make an ideal gift for family and food lovers
The Spiegel Saloon at Winter Wonderland
The Spiegel Saloon featuring at this year’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland will transport you out of the frosty city air and into a time-forgotten space of colour of warmth.
Copas Turkey for Christmas Dinner
Cooking the Christmas turkey a solemn task. The family is counting on you. But not only that, that noble bird, born and bred for this very day, is counting on you.
Roussillon
Roussillon was once well known as a shining example of London dining. Yet that was under Alexis Gauthier, since decamped to the bright lights of Soho. With the arrival of new chef Shane Hughes has Roussillon retained its charm?
The Rookery, Clapham Common
Overall the Rookery seems to be doing the right things in the right way to become a popular neighbourhood joint. There’s a lot of middle-class, recession immune, money in Abbeville village but the restaurants there have mostly got complacent, giving the Rookery a chance to fly in successfully.
Loseley Summer Meadow Butter Christmas Pudding
So easy to make, this Loseley Christmas cake packed with rum, butter and dried fruits all mingle together to taste like Christmas. This recipe is a must-try and would transfer perfectly to individual miniture cakes as gifts.
Tasting India Christine Mansfield
We often hear that recipe books are dead and that everyone goes online to find recipes now. Well this book is a counter-argument to that, offering you something beyond mere information, but instead a tangible sensory experience too, a feast for the eyes, a tactile treat and something to curl up in a chair with. Just make sure it’s a strong chair.
Suda Rice Bar in Covent Garden
Being at the ambassador’s party among life size marionettes, not to mention the piles of indigo butterfly pea rice, was a warming experience for an early winter evening. This was the Thai ambassador and the party was at Suda, the ‘Siamese rice bar”, or more correctly, swanky Thai restaurant, officially opened in autumn at London’s Covent Garden.
Top Ten Christmas Gifts under £20
Christmas gift ideas to ensure that you remain the pillar of generosity and good taste this festive season. From salt platters to gold-dusted candies, you can impress everyone this year with your innovative gift ideas and all for under £20.