Ditch the dinner party

Forget fussy dinner parties – ‘deep casual hosting’ is the stress-free alternative. Hattie Crisell is a convert…

…to play games, share suppers, laugh a lot and make bonds for life. Creating meaningful moments with friends and family at home has never felt more important. Here’s your IRL guide to entertaining today

If you haven’t had time to keep up with Facebook, X or Instagram, we’ve done it for you…

Whether it’s festive nibbles with the neighbours or a full-scale NYE party, these drinks and canapés are sure to please all

Often, it’s the supporting roles that command the most attention – like these glorious starters, sides and sauces

They all started out on different paths – from sales offices to science labs – but each of these professional bakers found purpose and joy in baking. Here, they tell Jill Foster why it has become a passion that continues to nourish their souls