Christmas

Selfridges is selling Iceland own-brand mince pies – and proud of it

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Unusual collaboration between upmarket department store and frozen food specialist is because both have committed to going palm-oil-free

Step away from the stuffed peppers: your guide to a delicious vegan Christmas

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A wide range of animal-free festive foods means Christmas dinner is a treat for everyone

Designer trees and board-game butlers: Christmas in London’s poshest hotels

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At Claridge’s they will read your children stories as you sip champagne, while the lights on the Connaught’s tree spell out bespoke poems by Tracey Emin

The World’s Most Expensive Presents review – a ballgown for your dog, anyone?

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This grotesque display of pricey Christmas gifts is pointless, immoral and horrid. Plus – the hateful Giles Coren hates Jane Austen

Amazon Echo, Google Home or Sonos One: which smart speaker should I buy?

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Voice-control devices that can play music, answer questions and buy goods are one of the hottest gifts this Christmas. Here’s what they can do – and our pick of the best buys