InterContinental VIP shopping

Shopping in InterContinental style

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Who? InterContinental London Park Lane What? Visitors to London can enjoy a VIP shopping experience in Belgravia with the Christmas package from InterContinental London Park Lane. The “Belgravia Insider” shopping experience includes special discounts in selected boutiques, complimentary champagne, gourmet tastings, gift bags, hotel delivery service, afternoon tea and overnight stay with breakfast at InterContinental London Park Lane. The VIP experience for two is priced at £456 per night. When? Until 29th December Where? 1 Hamilton Place, Park Lane, London W1J 7QY How? To book or for more information please call 0207 409 3131 or visit InterContinental Hotels and Resorts

William Curley's Laurent Perrier chocolate truffles
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Laurent-Perrier chocolate truffles

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  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

Quintessentially’s 100 Most Iconic Wine Estates
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Quintessentially’s 100 Most Iconic Wine Estates

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Who? Matthew Jukes What? Daily Mail wine columnist Matthew Jukes has recently published a coffee-table book, “Quintessentially’s 100 Most Iconic Wine Estates”. The book, published by Quintessentially Publishing, gives an insight into the world’s most desirable and prestigious wines accompanied by beautiful photographs and heartfelt narrative. Priced at £35. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon

Mince pies

The Mince Pie Project

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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

Linda Plant at home (shot by Rich Hendry)

Art Love by Linda Plant

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Who? Linda Plant What? Interior designer Linda Plant (director of Homerun Services) has recently launched a new service called Art Love. The new service allows customers to order bespoke modern and abstract art pieces, with consultation available from her design team. Prices vary according to requirements but pre-created pieces also available. When? Available online now Where? Exclusively at www.artlovedesign.com How? For consultation, call 0207 4869 688 or email hello@artlovedesign.com Ten tips on interior design from Linda Plant  

Linda Plant at home (shot by Rich Hendry)
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Ten tips on interior design from Linda Plant

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KEEP IT SIMPLE, MAKE IT INTERESTING – Don’t clutter. Mix traditional and modern; for example, a modern piece of art looks great in a classical setting. Don’t be afraid of bold colour and bold texture. SIZE MATTERS – Say goodbye to lots of little bits of furniture and hello to a couple of larger scale choice pieces. ACCESSORISE – The one accessory I couldn’t live without is white flowers – they bring life to a space. If in doubt, add white orchids – it never fails. I also love using groups of objects of different sizes as it creates interest. WALLS AND CEILINGS – Art is a must for creating…