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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Chloe Mac Donnell

Arrive 15 minutes late, wear flats, and skip the fish canapes: 32 ways to smash the Christmas party season

Young people gathering for a party, with glitter.

Social etiquette

Bring fancy butter and a nice loaf of bread from your local bakery to a dinner party. It’s more memorable than an average bottle of wine.

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