The big event
Is almost here, and it brings with it mixed emotions: if you love the festivities that dominate the month, there’s anticipation and excitement. But, whether or not you revel in those celebrations, there’s a huge amount to get done and stress levels can run high. As well as putting ridiculous pressure on ourselves to create – and live – the festive dream, the reality is we still have to get a wholesome dinner on the table at the end of the working day to feed hungry mouths – even if only our own – in the run-up to the 25th. So you’ll find a raft of down-to-earth recipes alongside a 94-page cookbook of special festive ideas to guide you through December with wisdom and verve.
Apart from that, you may have spotted that we’ve created two versions of our front cover this month – one frosty and twinkly; one warm, cosy and candelit (see p6)… Which one did you get? I’ll sign off by wishing you the happiest of times in the weeks ahead, whatever you’re doing. One thing’s for sure – there will be food involved and, with a bit of inspiration from your favourite magazine, it will be magnificent!