When I was a child, my December weekends were spent making cards, decorating the tree, hanging the wreath and preparing brandy butter and peppermint creams.

Turkeys are perfect for feeding larger gatherings.

A batsman goes out and is then in until he gets out. This goes on until the last batsman is out, apart from one who is still in and therefore not out.

When hosting a party, move any clutter from the space where you're entertaining.

Entertaining on any scale can be stressful and daunting.

I have finally perfected my signature. It took hours of practicing I decided early on just to write Pippa, not Middleton.

As I have found out, recognition has its upside, its downside and – you may say – its backside.