2 minute read
Savvy home solutions
Stylish storage
One of the best bits of Christmas lunch is the leftovers! Turkey sarnie anyone? We’re stocking up on stylish storage in readiness with a set of these pretty airtight tubs. The Vintage Ivy lunch box costs £4.95 from rexlondon.com
Advertisement
Add some sparkle
Ready for cocktail season? Cut out the plastic bottles with a clever and stylish SodaStream. It will let you carbonate water, cordials and more with the press of a button. The cordless design is available in classic black, as well as more playful shades. There are plenty of yummy syrups to try too. £99 from sodastream.co.uk
Quick clean
Make festive clean ups a breeze with this vegan anti-bac spray, £1.99 from nimble
One-pot wonder
What’s more festive than sitting around a table with loved ones and sharing a delicious meal? This year you can take the stress out of cooking for crowds with a staple, all-purpose casserole dish, like this Christmassy red number from ProCook. It’s non-stick, provides even heat distribution, is oven safe up to 260 degrees and suits all hob types, making it a go-to for wintry one-pot meals. We have our eyes on the 28cm size, which can serve up to nine guests. This size costs £79 but smaller and larger casseroles are available. procook.co.uk
We l c o me ho me
Door mats don’t have to be dull! This charming festive design from Cox & Cox is as pretty as it is practical. It will keep firmly on your floor, thanks to a non-stick PVC backing, while the mat is made from sustainable natural coconut fibres. To keep it clean, give it a gentle brush off and shake. Christmas car door mat, £20, coxandcox.co.uk
Kitchen essentials: pro prep tools
Make light work of your Christmas lunch prep with these small but indispensable tools
Garlic crusher, £18, Joseph Joseph
Chef ’nTwist’N Sprout Brussels sprout tool, £7.14, Harts of Stur
Lemon squeezer in Venetian Hearts, £10.95, Artisan Homeware
Shining silverware
Bringing out the family silver this Christmas? Try this quick and clever cleaning tip: rub on a small amount of toothpaste and buff in a circular motion. Wash off with warm, soapy water and polish thoroughly with a clean cloth. Good as new!
