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Last week's Tasty Tuesday was Festive Snowman Cupcakes and this week we're keeping up the seasonal traditional, but turning our tastebuds to irresistible cocktails! 

On special festive mornings, us Brits love traditional tasty Bucks Fizz - a sweet and naughty treat whilst everyone celebrates Christmas day. How about, this year, getting creative and trying out this gorgeous extra festive recipe? Christmas Morning Mimosas! Super simple with only a few ingredients, but guaranteed to taste wonderfully crisp and full of flavour, this is a must-have recipe for the Christmas season. 

There is nothing more comforting at Christmas time than a deliciously tasty Hot Chocolate, and what's even better? When it is topped up with some festive Orange Liqueur... this drink is super easy and quick to make, and totally worth it for the festive feels! On special festive mornings, especially when it's super chilly outside, there is nothing better than a delicious, warming hot chocolate! 

Congratulations on reaching your 50th wedding anniversary, an incredible matrimonial achievement between you and your beloved partner! Half a century together is something worthy of a show-stopping celebration to be remembered by friends and family, that tops all your previous anniversaries. Here at Smart Gifts, we want to help you discover how to celebrate this important occasion by providing you with creative ideas – because after 50 years of marriage there’s a chance you may be struggling to think outside the box!

Are you looking for the perfect way to write a meaningful birthday message? We've created this helpful guide to writing a message of joy and best wishes to help celebrate their big day! You won't have to worry about being stuck for ideas because we're sure you'll find a little inspiration right here...

With Christmas just around the corner, gift buying is at the forefront of everybody's minds, but it isn't only during the holiday season that a great gift can lift the spirits of a recipient. Giving gifts is one of the best feelings in the world, and this feeling is increased tenfold when you have really put some thought into what you are buying or making for a loved one. Thoughtful gifts really are the best kinds of gifts, especially when it comes to get well gifts for somebody who is in great need of cheering up. Here are some perfect ideas for thoughtful gifts and get well gifts for Gift It Friday.

We love these white chocolate chip cookies with cranberries.  Just perfect for a Christmas recipe to prepare for family and friends, or a healthy (reasonably healthy!) treat at any time.  You could also give them as a gift!  Simply fill up a large pint size cookie jar with the ingredients, add some ribbon and a handmade tag with instructions on how to make. 

Our Breakfast Hampers are hugely popular for birthday occasions.  Get a celebration breakfast gift delivered for your loved one for the weekend.  There's nothing nicer than looking forward to the weekend and a lazy breakfast to the start the day!  Spoil your loved one with something delicious without having to cook.  Let them know you've organised a beautiful surprise which will be delivered presented on a tray with everything needed to simply transport back to bed or to the breakfast table!

Are you in search of a lovely new home gift?  We've always found something handmade is a lovely idea when it comes to gift gifting. We love seeking out all sorts of amazing and exciting new gift ideas that you can create yourself easily and simply, either for free or at low cost.  Not only do you save a lot of pennies but quite often these type of gifts are far more appreciated and thoughtful than expensive "off the shelf "gifts.