Who? Fortnum & Mason
What? Deep down, we all think that it’s not quite Christmas until we’ve received a hamper of little edible treats to enjoy on Christmas morning, before the real feasting begins, so we’re quite taken with The English Essentials hamper from Fortnum & Mason. Condiments, biscuits, chocolates and tea, it’s the perfect little package to send to friends and family abroad this season. Priced at £100.
When? Available now
Who? Moleskine What? If the sweet stuff is what you’re into then you can’t be without the new dessert journal from Moleskine. With four themed tabbed sections, three bookmark ribbons, double expandable inner pocket, it’s the only thing you’ll need to keep your dessert recipes in check. Now, to start baking… When? Available now Where? Available online from Moleskine How? Buy now from Moleskine
Who? Mirazur What? Head to Menton to find a taste of the Côte d’Azur at Mirazur. The gastronomic restaurant headed up by Mauro Colagreco has been making waves of late by gaining its second Michelin star last year and making it on to the World’s 50 Best list. Here, you will find the best ingredients accompanied by the best view. When? Wednesday to Sunday year round Where? 30 Avenue Aristide Briand 06500 Menton, France How? Visit www.mirazur.fr for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Diane Morgan What? Roots are not the most glamorous vegetables out there but somehow Diane Morgan has managed to make it work in her latest book “Roots”. With more than 250 recipes on the familiar (potatoes and turnips) and the unfamiliar (wasabi and taro), it’s the ultimate guide to this comfort food. Perfect for winter. Priced at £25. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Champagne Laurent-Perrier and William Curley What? Chocolatier William Curley has collaborated with Champagne Laurent-Perrier to create champagne truffles exclusively for Harrods. Award-winning chocolatier William Curley has crafted this classic truffle using Amedei Toscano 70% and Laurent-Perrier Brut champagne. Gift sets contain a bottle of Laurent-Perrier Brut champagne, as well as a box of the truffles, and are priced at £52. When? Available now Where? Harrods, 87 – 135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL How? Purchase in store
Who? The Mince Pie Project What? Charity auction, The Mince Pie Project, is returning again this year with proceeds going to Galvin’s Chance and Crisis. Michel Roux Jr, Raymond Blanc, Marcus Wareing and Clare Smyth are all taking part and will each be baking a unique batch of 50 mince pies to be auctioned. When? Midday on the 11th December to midday on the 14th of December Where? Via The Mince Pie Project website at themincepieproject.com How? Bid online
Who? Antonio Mellino What? Two Michelin-starred chef Antonio Mellino has recently opened his new restaurant, Quattro Passi, in London’s Mayfair. The new restaurant takes its name from the chef’s Calabrian restaurant on the Amalfi coast and will be focusing on Italian fine dining. A private member’s club will also be opening on the lower level of the restaurant. When? Available now Where? 34 Dover Street, London W1S 4NG How? For more information, visit www.quattropassi.co.uk
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