Look to the Highlands for Hogmanay inspiration – these recipes are perfect for a New Year’s Eve celebration, or as a hangover cure buffet the following day

We eat around 2pm, starting with foie gras and sweet Monbazillac wine – a throwback to when we lived in Paris. Then, we move to the Sri Lankan part: biryani, chocolate biscuit pudding, before Sri Lank

Ease into the New Year with slow mornings and restful days, preparing these deliciously nostalgic Irish dishes that are the epitome of comfort eatin

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Add some glitz to your Christmas Eve soirée or NYE party with our carefully chosen cocktails and canapés

Pork shoulder is a budget-friendly cut, so it’s a great way to feed a crowd without breaking the bank. You could also use a slow cooker, if you like – put the pork on low for 8-10 hrs until fall-apart