As we all know too well, Christmas can be a very stressful time of the year. The demands of cooking and catering for guests can certainly take their toll on people over the festive season.
With more alcohol being consumed than at any other time of the year and people who wouldn't ordinarily cross paths potentially mixing, the season to be jolly can sometimes end up being anything but. So how can we turn down the heat on simmering tension over Christmas Dinner and prevent feuds among friends and family from boiling over?
The Mirror asked a boundaries expert for her top tips on creating a calming atmosphere over the holidays. The paper also got the lowdown from Debrett's, the authority on British etiquette and behaviour, on the best ways to put your guests at ease at Christmas.
