We’re finally out of lockdown! Now we’re in December, we can legitimately start going full-on festive in our round ups of what we’ve enjoyed this week. This week includes our favourite alpine themed recipe, ski themed gift ideas, an exciting new opening from Mark Hix and much more..

We’ve started the Christmas countdown! In this week’s weekly escape, we have selected a fantastic new Christmas audio show to start getting you into the festive spirit and some brilliant small online businesses, which are supporting local and independent shops.