Appetite For Distraction

Stuck for ideas for cousin Caroline or great-aunt Gertie? Never fear, my Failproof Gift Guide will take the stress out of your present buying

Avoid Christmas present-buying trauma by giving the things you would absolutely love, but would never buy for yourself

If you’re like me, the next week will almost certainly see you standing in the middle of a crowded department store, novelty Star Wars biscuit jar in one hand, multiple scarves under an arm, and one of those comedically giant wine glasses in another paw. “She’ll love this,” I’ll convince myself, “she’ll think it’s gas . . . even though she doesn’t . . . drink wine.” Cue me dumping the whole lot ...