Fortnum & Mason reports bumper year despite Hong Kong protests

Profits rise 26% to £12m, offsetting slump in footfall as retailer’s new shop hit by pro-democracy clashes

Christmas taste test: the best party food and booze

From champagne and smoked salmon to paté and negronis – ranked by Fred Sirieix

Selling James Bond: why No Time to Die is a product placement dream

The trailer is not only a shopfront for the film but also for some of the world’s priciest brands

More money than scents? Pot-pourri is back, at up to £330 a sniff…

After years in the doldrums, the once ubiquitous bowl of fragrant dried petals is making a comeback, at a very fancy price

Cars: Accelerating the Modern World review – revolutions behind the wheel

Victoria and Albert Museum, London
The V&A’s finely tuned exhibition tracing the history of the automobile attempts to balance the car’s wide-ranging cultural impact with the environmental costs of its gas-guzzling success

The Pros and Cons of Vinyl Windows

    If you’re considering updating or upgrading your home’s windows, know that vinyl windows became the industry standard since they were introduced in the 1970s. However, they are not always the best choice, and you may need to look for niche products to see the full benefits of vinyl windows. This is why it’s … Read more