Your december hype forecast

The most wonderful time of the year is (almost) here and we’re kicking things off with a visit to Skate at Somerset House. Ice skating is just the start – there are DJ sets, mince pie cookie cups, a S

Make life a little sweeter with sensory gifts SUGAR RUSH Jammy blackberry and woody oak make for an enveloping gourmand scent in Miss Dior Essence (£130 for 50ml, dior.com). MILK IT Hotel Chocolat’s l

A CURATION OF THE BEST DESIGN AND HOME IDEAS

ELF THE MUSICAL A joyous stage version of the beloved film, with Buddy’s journey to New York full of laughs, singing and festive magic. ✣ Tickets from £39.50; elflondon.com. 28 October 2025-3 January

Our food team have been busy taste-testing festive food and drink from the supermarkets and online to find the best buys to add to your shopping list this year

...in need of comforting fragrances for the senses in our homes during these cold, dark months and we are big fans of independent candle crafters St. Eval. Their Winter Thyme (from £5.50, st-eval. com