Fortnum’s is well known for its Christmas charm, whether it is the way they turn their entire store front into a giant advent calendar with numbered windows, the internal décor galore and the seasonal delights, this is one place you ought to visit for your Christmas shop. Of course, we can’t all make the trek into central London but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be able to experience that Fortnum charm at home. Cue their online Christmas shop! A range of wicker-basket hampers stuffed with…

By Master of Wine, Christopher Burr Updated 11/10/2023 I can think of one or two, but I was in Fortnum and Mason's last week, to buy some prosciutto, and also some porcini mushrooms, and as the grocery section is just next door to the wine section, I had a good browse around. I ended up buying a very good bottle of Palo Cortado Sherry to go with the prosciutto. I was most impressed with the range they have and particularly their "own label" selection, where they have carefully selected some of…

By Master of Wine, Christopher Burr Updated 11/10/2023 The great traditions of the Easter holiday and celebrations are hot cross buns, Easter eggs and roast lamb. Just writing about it already makes me feel hungry, and thinking about what should we drink this coming holiday? I know I will be helping organise and supervise the kids Easter egg hunt around the garden or if the weather is poor, in the house. Thinking up different clues each year is becoming a bit of a challenge! Fortnum and Mason's…