Take a look at our Xtra section which brings you a wide range of feature articles every week.
This week's features include:
DRINK: Fancy a drink? Our drinks columnist Sam Wylie-Harris sources the best gift packs for wine drinkers and spirit lovers.
FOOD: In keeping with Britain's recent baking boom, spend a weekend in your kitchen whipping up these simple yet delicious homemade goodies. They'll make great - and impressive - gifts for family and friends.
FASHION : Update last year's dress with a statement accessory. Xtra looks at ways to decorate your outfit.
MUSIC: Ellie Goulding released her second album Halcyon, the follow-up to critically-acclaimed debut Lights, in October, and begins a UK tour in December. The singer talks to Xtra about the shows, her new electronic sound and the heartbreak that inspired it.
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