In Manhattan and across the country, restaurants are trotting out ever-pricier dishes and luxury upgrades to meet the demand from affluent diners. The suckling pig at La Grande Boucherie in New York.

This entire festive feast can be transported and eaten outdoorsEvery Christmas Day, the local beaches and parks in my area are crowded with families and friends who flock from far and wide to swim, ...

I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Here we are again, in the disheartening clutches of January, grey skies and thin wallets. But ...

Celeb-favourite Langan’s feels especially festive at this time of year. As well as the Christmas Day menu, the Mayfair restaurant does a £95 party menu throughout December, starting with canapes such ...