Black Forest mess is the perfect Christmas dessert you can prep in advance - recipe

are traditionally known as the biggest party in Hollywood, but at the 2024 awards was a little more funereal than celebratory. This is mostly because she accessorized her black lace tea-dress with a black fascinator veil like an Italian widow in the 1960s. According to Pike, she wasn't just trying to channel her inner with this look.

Peter Baglin told his family he was going out for a walk just days after Christmas last year. He was going to 'listen to music' and 'clear his head' while strolling along the Bridgewater Canal towpath. He promised them he would return.

When the weather outside is on the cold and gloomy side, there’s nothing quite as tempting as staying in, curled up on the sofa while drinking a steaming cup of hot chocolate. But rather than buying ready-made powders or forking out on a special hot chocolate making gadget, a slow cooker and a handful of ingredients is all you need.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic Mariah Carey already held the record for the most weeks spent at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, but she has put it even further out of anyone else’s grasp by claiming a 93rd week on top, thanks to “All I Want for Christmas” continuing its annual reign again this week. The song is No.

posted a video of her 12-year-old twins, Monroe and Moroccan, begging her not to perform “All I Want For Christmas Is You.”“Mom, please. We don’t want to do this every time,” Moroccan says to Carey, who is dressed in her iconic red and white suit, while Monroe agrees.

FatFace is known for its Adele dress, and there's no guessing as to why. Not only does it have a slimming design, which perfectly skirts over lumps and bumps, arms and hides bloat, but it also has pockets, and can be worn in every season of the year.

The countdown to Christmas is on at Nonnatus House in December 1968 as Apollo 8 prepares for a moon mission. Sister Monica Joan (played by Judy Parfitt) is this could be her last yuletide and that she will not live to see man walk on the moon. Meanwhile, as Shelagh (Laura Main) and Dr Turner (Stephen McGann) navigate family life, they are unsettled when a parcel arrives from May’s mother in Hong Kong.

After weeks of waiting, Christmas is finally here - and one family who have wasted no time or expense in celebrating are The Kardashians as they headed off to a snow strewn winter wonderland to celebrate the holiday season. Documenting the trip on social media, fans of the media savvy family were treated to a behind the scenes glimpse of their annual celebrations, which this year included everything from a real life Narnia right through to sledding through the snow with Paris Hilton! Kicking things off, Kim Kardashian took to Instagram on Christmas Day morning to share a short video of walking through a snow covered fir tree forest while accompanied by her children, as she gave a glimpse of her Christmas Eve party.

Christmas time is one for spending with family, exchanging gifts and enjoying food and drink with friends. But each of those traditions can have a difficult side – as much as it’s a time of joy and laughter, Christmas can be mentally, emotionally, physically, and financially draining.

The Christmas countdown is officially on and with just a couple of days to go, you’re probably deep in the last-minute tasks like present wrapping, buying food and cleaning your home. But don’t forget to give yourself a little last minute TLC before the big day, too, with these last two days being the perfect time to get yourself feeling pampered and relaxed ready to celebrate.

You might have heard of Eton Mess but have you heard of Black Forest Mess? This dessert is a great wintry alternative to the summer pud and it's both cost-effective and tasty for foodies. It's made of just six ingredients, including double cream, chocolate brownies, and mini meringues - you can add some alcohol to it if you want it to have a bit of a boozy kick.The fruit in this dessert gives it a fresh flavour while the chocolate adds richness and depth to it plus it's a tried and tested recipe from Good Housekeeping: The Ultimate Christmas Collection. A real ye-catcher to serve at the end of a festive meal, it goes well with a scoop of cream or ice cream if you're feeling extra indulgent over the holiday period.

Christmas is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time for families to snuggle up and enjoy some festive films.This year, there are loads of great movies on TV and streaming platforms that are perfect for kids or the inner child in you. Disney+, Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video have a fantastic selection of animated hits and Christmas classics that are rated U or PG so, parents can relax knowing their little ones are watching suitable content, reports TV critic for The Mirror. Plus, you can take advantage of money-saving deals or even watch some films for free with Amazon's 30-day free trial or Apple TV+'s seven-day free trial.

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seasonal classic “A Christmas Story” has its marathon on TNT and TBS. For 24 hours straight on Christmas Day, the networks will air and re-air and re-air “A Christmas Story.” The tradition has been around since 1997, a source from the network told The Post. The source said that the annual tradition “showcases the power of nostalgia.” The 1983 movie, directed by Bob Clark and based on Jean Shepherd’s 1966 book “In God We Trust: All Others Pay Cash,” follows Ralphie Parker (Peter Billingsley, now 52, who also appeared as one of the elves in another seasonal classic, “Elf”), a boy who wants a Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-shot Range Model air rifle for Christmas — but everyone from his mom to a department store Santa Claus warns him, “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Sure enough, he does have an eye-related mishap after getting the rifle for Christmas, but as an adult, he reflects that it was the best present he ever got.Other vignettes in the movie follow his dad, or “the Old Man,” played by Darren McGavin, who died in 2006 at age 83.

David Lynch had some hesitations about acting in Steven Spielberg‘s The Fabelmans. However, once he took on the role of John Ford, he had one simple request — a bag of Cheetos.

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky share a sweet embrace at her Fenty x Puma sneaker launch party held at NeueHouse on Monday night (December 18) in Los Angeles.

We normally have to wait until Boxing Day before the Christmas sales hit, but Ted Baker is treating shoppers to some serious bargains now ahead of Christmas, with a massive 50% off loads of items online. If you're still looking for that perfect outfit to wear on Christmas Day or New Year's Eve then Ted Baker is the place to head to, with huge savings to be found on dresses, coats, shoes and accessories. Ted Baker is known for its pretty prints, flattering dresses and luxe tailoring, and is a favourite brand with celebrities such as Paris Hilton, Ashley Roberts and Holly Willoughby, who often wore Ted Baker designs when she presented ITV's This Morning.

With Christmas just around the corner, Gemma Collins is said to be full of “hope and joy” at the prospect of becoming a mother in 2024. The TV personality recently shared that she is starting her fertility journey, and feels that now is the “perfect time” to welcome a little one, a source tells OK! . “Gemma has been trying to become a mother for so long and it’s the perfect time, she’s so excited for Christmas and is hoping for a miracle and a little one for the new year,” claims the source.

When it comes to hair colour trends, 2023 has been all about the red-tinged hues, with cowboy copper, cinnamon cookie and apple cider all making their way onto our styling mood boards over the last 12 months. However there’s one crimson shade that’s been slowly creeping into our peripheral vision, and its a much more subtle way of getting a red haired hue without quite so much commitment.

If there’s one thing we can always count on Kate Middleton for, it's timeless, chic outfit inspiration.The Princess of Wales never misses when it comes to her style, and her recent all-white ensemble is the perfect way to create an elegant winter-inspired look. Since taking the position of the Princess of Wales, Kate’s style has undergone something of an evolution, and this year she’s been forgoing her usual midi skirts and coat dresses in favour of tailored suits, often in bold colours.