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Decoration

The joys of spending Christmas in a hotel

Lucy Clayton extolls the pleasures of running away from Christmas stress and letting a hotel do all the hosting instead
Decoration

Florist Milli Proust on bringing the outside in for Christmas

When it comes to decorating with foliage, Milli Proust has more than a few ideas for Christmas
Travel

The loveliest festive traditions from around the world to extend the holiday season

Some of the loveliest traditions to know about – and potentially put into practice - from around the world, from Swiss Advent windows to Scandinavian St Lucia's Day
Decoration

Shoppable Christmas tablescapes inspired by our archives

Drawing on some of the most charming Christmas shoots in our roster, we have created lovely table settings in six different styles
Christmas meals

The duo behind Wild by Tart on their ideal Christmas breakfast

Don’t let Christmas lunch overshadow the potential for a wonderful Christmas morning breakfast – Lucy Carr-Ellison and Jemima Jones of Wild By Tart have the start to your big day covered
Food & Drink

How and why to drink sweet wine this Christmas

From the dried-fruit flavours of port to the honeyed notes of Sauternes, Christmas is the perfect occasion for sweet wines. Three experts share their tips
Shopping

What the H&G team want for Christmas

We've canvassed the House & Garden office, asking our writers and editors what they want the most for Christmas…
Christmas ideas

Everything you need for the great Christmas party comeback

Hosting a Christmas party this year? We've got everything you need, from decoration ideas to festive recipes to feed a crowd