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Festive inspiration

Hundreds of beautiful, triple-tested festive recipes; gift inspiration for food lovers; how to plan the perfect Christmas Day dinner; showstopping bakes and much more inspiration for a sustainable, effortless Christmas

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Best Christmas desserts

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12 of the best champagnes

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Chocolate panettone

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