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Rupert Parker slips on his snow shoes in Valais Switzerland and has an appointment with witches. This slideshow requires JavaScript. I’ve reached the stage in life where I’ve finally hung up my skis but still enjoy winter in the mountains, Valais, high in the Swiss Alps, has two timeless mountain destinations – the authentic valley of Val d’Hérens and the elevated plateau village of Belalp.

Peter Morrell tastes four wines from this well-established producer The Château de France estate has had a long and interesting history. The current mansion on the estate was designed by Jean-Henri Lacoste in the 19th century, and the Thomassin family are currently producing the appellation. Château de France was purchased in 1971 by Bernard Thomassin, has been advised by Michel Rolland since 1996 and is managed by Arnaud Thomassin.

Petra Shepherd thoroughly enjoys this magical experience This slideshow requires JavaScript. OVO, Cirque du Soleil’s exuberant and acrobatic celebration of the insect world recently returned in a brilliantly restaged format to London’s Royal Albert Hall where it is set to run until 1st March 2026. I’m a diehard fan of Cirque du Soleil and saw Ovo in its original form at the Royal Albert Hall in 2018, where the show became Cirque du Soleil’s most successful London run at the time.

These world class wines with brighten up any party or dinner. Peter Morrell gets a taste As the holiday season envelops us in its warm embrace, there’s no better way to toast to festive cheer and new beginnings than with a glass of sparkling wine from the Loire Valley. This year, we celebrate the rich diversity and tradition of sparkling wines from this renowned region, each offering a unique taste of the Loire’s winemaking excellence.

Peter Morrell samples two wines made with his favourite grape, Cabernet Franc As the UK settles into the crisp embrace of winter, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the warmth and elegance of Cabernet Franc from France’s renowned Loire Valley. Known for its freshness and versatility, Loire Cabernet Franc is an ideal companion for the season’s festive gatherings and cosy evenings by the fire. With Cabernet Franc Day on December 4th, there’s no better occasion to celebrate this exceptional grape.

Look forward to enjoying one of these delicious drinks when returning from a brisk walk after Christmas Lunch Between Christmas, New Year and beyond, the season centres on relaxed indulgence, long winter walks, family board games, leftover feasts and visits to loved ones. To elevate these moments, Tesco has curated a collection of comforting winter sips, from rich reds and spiced spirits to warming liqueurs and newly launched mulled wines.

Celebrate Christmas with Prosecco PDO and Grana Padano PDO. Peter Morrell gets in the festive spirit Christmas is a time for coming together, raising a glass with loved ones and embracing the festive spirit – and few pairings embody the season better than Prosecco PDO and Grana Padano PDO. With its delicate bubbles, Prosecco PDO brings sparkle to any gathering at Christmas – the ideal aperitivo, festive toast or a versatile pairing for a festive meal.

This slideshow requires JavaScript. With Ziggerat shaped hills, fields of rock slabs looking like the floor tiles of a giant’s lair and the nearby cave Poll na gColm, pronounced Pole na Gollum, it’s no wonder that J.R.R. Tolkien drew his inspiration from this wild place for the Lord of the Rings. The Burren I was in The Burren, one of Ireland’s six national parks. The karst formations of limestone are covered with faults and ridges which have been de-nuded of top soil by retreating glaciers.

John Westbrooke sees a British painter who mingled the Enlightenment and the darkly Gothic This slideshow requires JavaScript. There’s a lot going on in Joseph Wright’s “The Air Pump”, the 1768 centrepiece of the latest National Gallery exhibition, and though it’s stunning – 6ft by 8ft and full of faces – it needs a little explanation. For a start, its full name is “An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump” and while its intensity makes it feel like a baroque religious painting, it’s about science.

Freak Momma now open in Parsons Green Chef Scott Hallsworth – the creative force behind Freak Scene and Kuroyoko – has transformed Freak Scene Parsons Green into his boldest concept yet: Freak Momma, which opened 21st November 2025 at 28 Parsons Green Lane, London SW6 4HS. Freak Momma takes Freak Scene’s rebellious streak and cranks it up to eleven. The space hums with big energy, creative freedom, and a menu built around bold, addictive flavour.