Four Rules for Being a Great Guest This Christmas
From when to arrive to what gift to bring, learn the expert etiquette for being a stellar guest this festive season. Plus, discover sustainable pet toys and unique gift ideas.
From when to arrive to what gift to bring, learn the expert etiquette for being a stellar guest this festive season. Plus, discover sustainable pet toys and unique gift ideas.
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Tackle the Guardian's Sudoku #7133, rated 'easy' for a gentle start to the week. Perfect for beginners or a relaxing mental workout. Try it now!
Millions of UK savers are missing out on better interest rates due to inertia. Finance experts reveal why switching is easy and crucial to beat inflation.
Discover four ingenious Elf on the Shelf pranks from a creative mum, plus a time-saving app that uses AI to create magical elf scenes for your children.
A seasoned drinks professional with 24 years' experience shares his ultimate gift guide for wine enthusiasts, featuring unique presents to avoid common pitfalls. Discover the perfect present.
Celebrate the festive season with Meera Sodha's vegan Zimtsterne recipe. These German cinnamon star cookies are a delicious, plant-based treat perfect for your Christmas baking. Try them today!
Discover 10 thoughtful gift ideas from UK small businesses this festive season. Support local entrepreneurs and find unique presents. Start your ethical shopping now!
Discover the 20 most-loved Christmas presents for 2025, from addictive card games and personalised chocolate to self-care essentials and pub-style gadgets. Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
Discover unique Christmas gift ideas for dads in the UK. From tech gadgets and gourmet food to fitness gear and books, find the perfect present for every father.
Sports columnist Ed Warner makes the case for gifting event tickets this Christmas, highlighting major 2026 events like the World Team Table Tennis at Wembley and European Athletics in Birmingham.
Discover unique and thoughtful international gift ideas for 2025, featuring artisan crafts, digital experiences, and sustainable presents. Find the perfect present for any occasion.
Discover the top five food books of 2025, featuring Palestinian cuisine, baking for mental health, and secrets from Indian kitchens. Find your next culinary inspiration.
Struggling with today's easy Sudoku? Get step-by-step solving strategies for puzzle 7125 and boost your logical thinking skills. Start solving now!
Discover 23 budget-friendly gifts under £10 that deliver exceptional value. Perfect for Secret Santa, stocking fillers, and thoughtful presents without breaking the bank.
Struggling to find the perfect present? Our guide reveals unique and thoughtful gift ideas for the person who seems to have it all, from personalised keepsakes to practical luxuries.
Cookbook author Beth Howard left tech burnout to master pie-making, becoming Hollywood's baker and creating documentary Pieowa about pie's unifying power. Discover her inspiring story.
Discover the ultimate gift guide for children under five, featuring toys that develop motor skills, creativity and imagination. Perfect for Christmas and birthdays.
Discover Tim Anderson's cherry marzipan kringle recipe, a Danish pastry tradition from Racine, Wisconsin perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations and family gatherings.
Los Angeles' inaugural bakery half-marathon walk brought together 50 participants for a 7-hour pastry crawl through Pasadena and Highland Park, combating loneliness through community.
Discover the ultimate 2025 Christmas gift guide for teenagers, based on direct feedback from UK teens. Find dream presents from gaming consoles to skincare and the must-have joggers.
Discover Rukmini Iyer's delicious spiced paneer puffs with quick-pickled carrot raita. This 45-minute recipe offers perfect Indian-inspired pastry snacks for any occasion.
Tackle the Guardian's Sudoku 7,117, an easy-level puzzle. Find the print version and solution details. Challenge your mind and enjoy this classic number game today!
Discover the top 36 gift ideas British teenagers actually want this year, from Lululemon to gaming consoles. Get authentic insights from teens themselves.
Discover 158 unique Christmas gift ideas from Guardian columnists including Yotam Ottolenghi, Grace Dent and Sali Hughes. From £6.40 preserves to £425 cloches, find perfect presents for everyone.
Discover 163 unique holiday gift ideas for every budget, from £4 stocking stuffers to £300 luxury items. Perfect presents for family, friends and colleagues.
Discover why Martha Stewart's absurd 1980s menus from her book 'Entertaining' are a timeless inspiration for fun and creative hosting. A new generation embraces the fantasy.
Move over turkey! Helen Goh's vibrant cranberry, orange and ginger upside-down cake brings festive flavours to centre stage. Perfect for Thanksgiving celebrations.
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