Christmas

Whether you’re in a couple or running solo, here are some NSFW Christmas gift ideas to spice up your sex life this Christmas and beyond. A recent survey has uncovered that the festive period is the sexiest time for couples with Christmas eve and New Year’s eve being the friskiest nights. I get it, why brave the cold to go …

Shopping for men can be difficult as there’s usually not a lot of variety so I’m so thrilled to see creative twists on old favourites this year. Here are some great gift ideas for the men in your life… Superdrug Bristle and Smith Men’s 12 Days Advent Calendar – £12 Men’s Advent Calendars are fairly new so this Bristle & …

What would Christmas be without beauty addicts getting their fix? Every year, we’re spoiled for choice and this year is no different. From beauty advent calendars and luxury gift sets to small stocking fillers from favourite brands, there’s something for everyone regardless of budget. Here are some of my favourites that’ll score huge points with beauty addicts… Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte …

For the past few years, Beauty Advent Calendars have been the ‘IT’ Christmas gift to give and the trend is getting bigger every year. This year is no exception, more brands have invested in the trend and as the countdown to Christmas draws closer, here’s a roundup of the best Beauty Advent Calendars you can thrill friends and family with …

Looking for Christmas food ideas? Then you’re in luck, this delicious Christmas recipe of Apricot mince pies developed by Moyra Fraser for Bonne Maman is just what you need to get in the festive mood.  Ingredients 100g (3 ½ oz) unsalted butter, at room temperature and cubed, plus extra for greasing 200g (7 oz) plain flour, plus extra for dusting …

It snowed over the weekend confirming that winter is really here, as if we didn’t know. Temperatures dropped long before the snow started so most people are hibernating this time of year. In truth, my hibernation started a bit early, around the second week in November which meant less time spent out doors, lounging in cosy PJs, lighting fires and …

I know, I know, my Christmas beauty gift guide is a little late but worry not beauty addicts, it’s finally here! Plus I’ve been giving sneak peeks on Instagram so my followers should have an inkling of what’s coming, but I still have a few surprises up my sleeve. As usual in the world of beauty, there are so many …

Homemade mincemeat is absolutely delicious and this version is very quick and simple to make. The mincemeat and pastry recipe can also be used to make a large tart, which works very well as a Christmas dessert served with ginger ice cream or brandy flavoured crème anglaise. For the pastry: 225g/8oz plain flour 140g/5oz butter, cut into cubes Pinch of …

Those who know me will tell you, I’m obsessed with wine. Red wine to be specific so I jumped at the chance to collaborate with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), who are the largest global provider of wine and spirits qualifications to bring you this post on the ’12 drinks of Christmas’, which is a helping hand for …

Still struggling to find the perfect gift for the man in your life? Here’s a helping hand with some cool gifts that will put the usual slippers and bathrobes to shame. Happy shopping … Celestron Travel Scope 70mm Refractor Telescope £59.99 (Maplin )     Heated Massaging Car Seat – £24.99 (Maplin)     Speeder Bike Multirotor – £199.99 (Maplin) …