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The Spy is seriously contemplating leaving this arctic isle of ours for sunnier climes. Spy Towers is not the best insulated building in the world: I’m currently wearing eight seperate layers and a woollen hat whilst typing this in the drawing room. Having spoken previously about the importance of keeping your home as warm as possible (and then completely ignoring this advice myself), I thought today would be the perfect time to offer my suggestions for foods which will help to keep you warm and healthy throughout the coming icy months.

Citrus fruits

It’s the first day of December, so if you haven’t started to think about Christmas presents yet, you had better get a move on - there are only just over two weeks left to get your items delivered in time for Christmas. If you’re stuck for inspiration then fear not, I’ve been scouring the net for some unusual gifts for all price ranges so no matter what you’re budget, or who you’re buying for, you should find a little inspiration here in the coming weeks.

For Her

Under £10: Lingerie

Buying a gift for someone is never easy. However, there are certain people in life - mostly men - who seem to have everything, and who want for nothing. These are the men who buy every latest gadget as soon as it hits the shops, are extremely fussy when it comes to what clothes they would wear, and basically have enough money to buy whatever they want, whenever they want it.

So, if there are any gentlemen in your life who fit this description, here are the some of The Spy's suggestions for a unique Christmas gift.

Record numbers of Brits are expected to rush off to sunnier climes over the next few weeks. Many will be enjoying their traditional Christmas holiday, whilst others will be fleeing the recent Siberian climate of the UK. With the recession starting to take a grip, the airlines and holiday companies are fighting hard to get your business, so there are some truly great offers to be had. Once you have found that fantastic holiday deal, here are some of The Spy's top five travel essentials that will make your time away so much easier and may also save you some money in the bargain.

The Christmas holiday season is almost upon us, and for many that means the horror of the office Christmas party. Everyone remembers the guy from accounts, who drunkenly harassed the managing director at last year's bash. Oh, and how about the previous year, where two separately married colleagues were caught together - almost naked - in the stationery cupboard. The scenario of copious amounts of alcohol mixed into the work environment, is a dangerous one and should be embarked upon with great caution.

Here are some of The Spy's top tips for navigating the office Christmas party.

Weather forecasters are predicting the UK will enter a prolonged cold snap from today, with snow covering a large part of the country. No doubt this will make the roads in certain parts of the country quite dangerous, so unless you simply have to drive in these conditions, it is best to avoid doing so until the situation improves. Here are The Spy's top tips for winter driving.

Check your car
Ensure all functions of your car are in perfectly working order. If you are unsure of what to check, take the car to your local garage for a rigorous testing and tune up.

The cost of keeping your home warm this winter is likely to be higher than ever, with fuel costs predicted to rise (yet again), and a winter forecate to be as cold, if not colder, than last year.

There are some measures we can all take to keep ourselves warm and content without having the central heating on full blast 24 hours a day. Here are some of The Spy’s top tips for keeping warm for less over the next few months.

Check for drafts

You may have noticed, over the last few years, the meteoric rise in popularity of the humble cupcake. You will see them occupy prime position in your local bakery window; there are whole stalls devoted to selling them in every colour - and to suit every palate - at your local market. There are even several online companies who will sell you a wide selection of gourmet cupcakes and deliver them fresh to your door.

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