Nutrition experts reveal festive favourites like mulled wine and eggnog contain alarming levels of sugar and calories, rivalling fast food. Discover the best and worst options for your health this Christmas.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to Christmas and New Year opening hours for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Asda, Lidl, M&S, Morrisons, Waitrose and Co-op. Avoid locked doors!
Primark's £9 Christmas door bow is the last-minute decoration shoppers are loving. Available in red or pink, it's a quick way to add festive cheer to your home's exterior.
Research reveals why festive overindulgence may not lead to lasting weight gain. Experts explain the science and offer realistic tips for a healthy New Year.
Discover five of the UK's best Christmas markets, from Edinburgh to Bath, offering unique gifts, festive food, and magical experiences. Plan your visit now!
Iceland's festive dinner box for four returns at £25. Our review reveals its delicious highlights, stress-free cooking, and the one classic item it's missing. Find out if it's worth it.
Ditch the festive pressure with writer Ellen Manning's practical guide. From family politics to perfect roasties, learn how to enjoy a calmer, happier Christmas with minimal effort.
Discover the UK's top Christmas markets for 2025, from York's foodie paradise to Birmingham's authentic German market. Find dates, highlights, and festive inspiration.
Impress guests with Thomasina Miers' make-ahead festive drinks: a spicy jalapeño fire cider for mocktails and an aromatic spiced syrup for a mezcal negroni. Perfect for gifting.
Discover the recipe for Humble Chicken's Yuzu Vesper, a citrusy martini-style pre-mix perfect for Christmas gifting. Featuring gin, Japanese vodka, and jasmine tea.
M&S's 2025 Christmas food-to-order menu is here, featuring festive Colin the Caterpillar & wagyu beef pie. Items are selling rapidly, with collection from 22-24 Dec. Order now.
Tesco is offering hundreds of imperfect Christmas trees for free on 6 December. Embrace festive imperfection and consider a donation to food banks. Get yours while stocks last!
The Post Office warns Friday 8 December will be its busiest day, as a survey shows a 33% surge in Britons planning to send gifts. Royal Mail hires 20,000 temps. Post early to avoid stress.
A new survey reveals Gen Z is breaking festive food traditions, with over half using mayo and ketchup instead of gravy. Discover the saucy scandal reshaping the British Christmas dinner.
A Hertfordshire mother reveals her 18-year strategy for preparing Christmas dinner weeks in advance, saving time and money. Discover her tips for a stress-free festive kitchen.
A food enthusiast was left feeling 'sick as a dog' after attempting a mammoth 4kg chilli meal in a Devon steakhouse. Only three people have ever finished the £50 challenge. Read the full story.
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
Shoppers can grab a one-litre bottle of Baileys Irish cream liqueur for just £9.97 from Amazon and Morrisons this Black Friday weekend. Stock up for Christmas now!
Discover Bar Lina's Tiny Fragolino, a rosy-red festive aperitif. This week's cocktail recipe blends strawberry liqueur and vermouth for a perfect pre-dinner tipple.
Discover the best value Christmas tree deals at UK supermarkets for 2025. Compare prices at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Aldi and Morrisons to find your perfect tree.
Discover expert-backed swaps for a healthier Thanksgiving feast. Learn how to reduce calories, cut sodium, and enjoy nutritious versions of classic dishes without sacrificing flavour.
Discover the Cuban Winter cocktail, a delicious rum-based alternative to mulled wine. This warming recipe with cinnamon syrup and fruit juices is perfect for Christmas.
Nutrition experts settle the great Thanksgiving debate. Discover why pumpkin pie is the healthier choice with fewer calories and more fibre. Read the full analysis.
We tried Hotel Chocolat's new Mince Pie and Peppermint White hot chocolates for the Velvetiser. Discover if these limited-edition festive flavours are worth buying this Christmas.
Tesco exclusively launches the UK's first Red Bull Advent calendar with 24 energy drink cans. Get it for £20 with a Clubcard for one week only. Discover the flavours inside!
Health Secretary Wes Streeting plans to lower the sugar tax threshold, targeting milkshakes and pre-packaged coffees from 2028 to combat childhood obesity.
Our team taste-tested Christmas drinks from 6 top UK cafés. Discover which festive beverage was crowned unbeatable and where to find your perfect holiday treat.
Celebrity chef James Martin reveals his simple three-ingredient gravy recipe you can make and freeze now to save precious time and energy on Christmas Day.
Tesco cuts 1L Baileys to £11 with Clubcard, the lowest price this year. The festive offer runs from November 18 to December 8. Grab this deal for Christmas cocktails and gifts.
A rescue cat named Lumen helped test 10 artificial Christmas trees for durability and feline appeal. Discover which trees withstood the ultimate cat challenge and how to sustainably donate your old tree.