That's Food and Drink: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Feast for Two at ...

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Teddy Day: A Little Comfort with Big Christmas Energy

Teddy Day may fall in February, but teddy bears feel far more Christmassy than romantic.

Soft, nostalgic and comforting, they tap into the same emotions that make Christmas so special – warmth, familiarity and simple joy.

Long before they became Valentine’s gifts, teddies were companions for bedtime, poorly days and Christmas mornings. That emotional comfort is why they still resonate so strongly today, for adults as much as children.

Rather than grand gestures, Teddy Day works beautifully as a quiet, Christmas-style moment. A teddy paired with hot chocolate, a book or a cosy evening in feels far more in keeping with festive traditions than flashy romance.

At That’s Christmas 365, we see Teddy Day as a reminder that festive feelings don’t belong to just one season. Comfort matters, nostalgia matters, and sometimes the most Christmassy thing you can do is slow down and hug a teddy.

Because Christmas isn’t always about dates on a calendar – it’s about how something makes you feel.

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Online Valentine’s Day eCards for 2026: Global Shift in How We Share Love

As Valentine’s Day approaches, the way people express affection is evolving worldwide. 

Digital greeting platforms are emerging as a key channel for heartfelt messages, offering creativity, convenience, and sustainability.

Recent trends show that consumers in the UK and across the globe are increasingly turning to Valentine's Day eCards as a modern, eco-friendly alternative to traditional paper cards.

The surge in digital greetings reflects broader shifts in communication habits. In an era where personal connections are increasingly maintained online, people are seeking meaningful, memorable ways to convey emotion. Animated formats have captured particular attention, with Animated Valentine's Day eCards offering dynamic, interactive experiences that combine motion, music, and personalised messages, creating connections that transcend distance.

The role of digital greeting platforms is also expanding beyond personal expression. Some platforms integrate charitable initiatives, demonstrating how digital communication can create tangible global impact. Donations from users of platforms like Hope Spring eCards, for example, are helping address water poverty in Africa, providing communities with access to safe, clean water. 

This approach highlights a growing trend of socially conscious communication, where celebrating loved ones goes hand-in-hand with supporting humanitarian causes.

“Working on these designs has been incredibly rewarding,” Joshua, a long-standing volunteer and graphic designer at Hope Spring eCards told That's Christmas 365.

“Every eCard we create is an opportunity to help people express love while supporting a bigger cause. Knowing that each card contributes to clean water projects in Africa makes the process meaningful on a global scale.”

Industry observations indicate a continued preference for visually dynamic and personalised content. For Valentine’s Day 2026, trends point to a rise in interactive eCards featuring animations, music, and tailored messaging. These innovations are redefining how people celebrate relationships, offering both convenience and emotional resonance while reducing environmental impact.

The growing popularity of digital greetings also reflects the global accessibility of online communication. Thoughtful, customised messages can now reach loved ones instantly across continents. Whether choosing classic designs or immersive animations, the emphasis remains on personal, meaningful expressions of affection.

As we near  Valentine’s Day 2026, digital greeting platforms exemplify how innovation and social impact can converge, enabling people to connect meaningfully while supporting vital humanitarian causes.

https://www.hopespring.org.uk

Colomba Easter Cake - Delicious alternative to Chocolate Eggs

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La Colomba, literally meaning dove, is the traditional Italian Easter cake, baked in the shape of a dove to signify peace, hope and renewal. 

Seggiano's Colomba dough is naturally leavened overnight using a 40 year old mother yeast and next morning it's mixed with a richer dough, made with local honey, organic eggs and sulphite-free candied fruit peels. 

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Winter Comfort Food That Still Feels Christmassy

Christmas Day may be packed away with the decorations, but winter is far from over – and neither is the appetite for comforting, festive food. 

January, February and March are the perfect months for dishes that feel warming, nostalgic and just a little bit Christmassy, without going full turkey-and-tinsel.

If you’re craving that cosy festive feeling but want food that fits real winter evenings, this is where Christmas comfort food quietly shines.

The Flavours That Whisper “Christmas”

You don’t need a full roast to feel festive. A handful of familiar flavours can do the heavy lifting:

Nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves – subtle warmth rather than full-on spice

Cranberry and orange – sharp, bright notes that lift heavier dishes

Sage, thyme and rosemary – deeply comforting and unmistakably seasonal

Rich gravies and slow-cooked sauces – because winter demands patience

Used gently, these flavours turn everyday winter meals into something quietly special.

Comfort Classics with a Festive Twist

Some foods naturally bridge the gap between Christmas and winter comfort:

Sausage and mash with onion gravy

Add a touch of sage to the sausages or a splash of leftover red wine to the gravy and suddenly it feels like Boxing Day, not just Tuesday.

Beef or vegetable stew

Slow-cooked, deeply savoury and perfect with crusty bread. A hint of thyme or bay leaf keeps it firmly in festive territory.

Turkey or chicken pie

Leftover turkey works beautifully, but chicken is just as good. Creamy sauce, leeks, maybe a spoon of cranberry – winter perfection.

Bubble and squeak

It’s humble, but fried until golden and served with a fried egg or sausages, it’s pure post-Christmas comfort.

Puddings That Belong to Winter

Dessert is where Christmas really refuses to leave – and honestly, we’re not complaining.

Bread and butter pudding with plenty of nutmeg and custard

Rice pudding with cinnamon, vanilla or a swirl of jam

Apple crumble with cloves or mixed spice, perhaps with mice meat

Chocolate pudding for those darker, colder evenings

These are puddings made for blankets, low lighting and an early night.

Drinks That Keep the Glow Going

You don’t need a party to justify a festive drink:

Hot chocolate with a dash of cinnamon or orange

Mulled wine or cider in smaller, quieter quantities

Spiced tea or chai for alcohol-free evenings

They’re less about celebration now and more about comfort – something warm in your hands while winter does its thing outside.

Why This Food Matters

After Christmas, life often slows down. The nights are long, the weather is unpredictable, and energy can dip. Food that still feels Christmassy brings familiarity, reassurance and warmth – without the pressure of “doing Christmas properly”.

It’s not about indulgence for indulgence’s sake. It’s about cosy, sustaining food that makes winter feel kinder.

Keeping Christmas Alive (Just a Little)

You don’t have to say goodbye to festive food just because the calendar says January or February. Winter comfort food with a Christmassy edge lets you ease gently out of the season – one bowl, plate or pudding at a time.

And really, if winter is going to hang around, it might as well taste like Christmas. 

How to Host a “Late Christmas” Weekend in February

Because Life and Poor Health Got in the Way. This is what That’s Christmas 365 is doing!

Christmas doesn’t stop being Christmas just because the calendar has moved on. 

If December was taken over by illness, exhaustion or simply trying to cope, a Late Christmas weekend in February can be a surprisingly perfect way to reclaim the season, gently, calmly, and without pressure.

Here’s how to do it the That’s Christmas 365 way.

1. Redefine Christmas (No Rules This Time)

This isn’t about recreating a full-on 25 December. Late Christmas is about comfort over perfection.

Strip it back to what actually matters:

Familiar food

Warm lighting

Shared moments

Plenty of rest

If health has been fragile, this version of Christmas should support you, not drain you.

2. Make It a Weekend, Not a Marathon

A February Christmas works best when it unfolds... slowly.

Friday: low-effort food, fairy lights on, early night

Saturday: festive meal, gifts, films, naps

Sunday: leftovers, pyjamas, zero obligations

Rest isn’t a failure – it’s part of the plan.

3. Keep Decorations Simple and Soothing

You don’t need the full loft clear-out.

Think:

Fairy lights on shelves or windows, LED tealights 

A small tabletop tree or branch

Candles and winter greenery

One or two decorations that spark joy

In the depths of winter, a little Christmas glow feels especially welcome.

4. Serve Comfort-First Festive Food

Late Christmas food should be easy, forgiving and familiar.

Good options include:

A smaller roast or slow-cooker main

Turkey crown, chicken or even sausages and stuffing

One or two favourite sides

Shop-bought desserts or freezer puds

Frozen roasties, ready-made gravy and leftovers are all completely valid.

5. Keep Gifts Thoughtful, Not Overwhelming

This isn’t about quantity.

A Late Christmas suits:

One meaningful gift each

Santa's on holiday, whilst you enjoy Christmas 

Comfort items (books, blankets, pyjamas, slippers)

Experiences to enjoy later in the year

Even handwritten notes instead of presents

The moment matters more than the wrapping.

6. Bring Back the Christmas Feeling

A few small touches go a long way:

Soft Christmas music in the background

One or two favourite festive films (For us, it's the 1951 A Christmas Carol, perhaps followed by the 1984 version)

Proper mugs, cosy blankets and festive pyjamas

You may be surprised how quickly the feeling returns once you allow it.

7. Let Go of the Guilt

If poor health delayed Christmas, that wasn’t a failure – it was survival.

A February Christmas isn’t indulgent or silly.

It’s kind.

You’re allowed to celebrate when you’re finally well enough to enjoy it.

Final Thoughts

Christmas is a feeling, not a date.

If December was about getting through the days, February can be about warmth, calm and reclaiming joy – quietly, gently, and entirely on your own terms.

And honestly? That feels very That’s Christmas 365!

Christmas Is Over… So Why Do I Still Feel Festive?

The decorations are down. The shops are even running down their January sales. 

Social media has collectively agreed it’s time to talk about diets, decluttering and “new year, new you”.

And yet… you still feel Christmassy.

If that’s you, you’re not strange, behind, or clinging on too long. In fact, it’s completely normal – and honestly, rather lovely.

The Afterglow of a Season

Christmas isn’t just a date on the calendar. It’s a seasonal mindset.

For weeks (sometimes months), we’re immersed in:

Warm lighting and cosy interiors

Familiar music and comforting food

Shared rituals and slower routines

A sense of permission to rest, reflect, and indulge

That doesn’t just vanish on 26 December or after Twelfth Night. Your brain and body don’t work to retail deadlines.

That lingering festive feeling is the emotional equivalent of embers still glowing after a fire has burned down.

Nostalgia Has a Long Shelf Life

Christmas is deeply tied to memory. Not just childhood memories, but layered memories – Christmases past stacked on top of one another.

Even after the decorations are boxed away, you might find:

Certain songs still feel comforting

Candlelight still feels “right”

Hearty food still feels appropriate

Evenings still feel like they should be slow and gentle

That’s nostalgia doing what it does best: keeping us anchored during seasonal change.

Winter Isn’t Over – So Why Should the Cosiness Be?

Here’s something we often forget: Christmas ends, but winter doesn’t.

In the UK especially, January and February are still dark, cold, and demanding. Wanting warmth, softness and cheer during this time isn’t indulgent – it’s practical.

Historically, the festive season stretched across the bleakest weeks of winter for a reason. The modern rush to strip it all away can feel emotionally abrupt.

If fairy lights help you through a gloomy Tuesday evening in January? That’s not festive denial. That’s emotional intelligence.

You’re Allowed to Keep the Bits That Help

There’s no rulebook that says:

All lights must be off

All decorations must be gone

All comfort must be replaced with productivity

Plenty of people quietly keep:

Fairy lights in living rooms or kitchens

Candles and cosy throws

Festive mugs and slow breakfasts

Comfort food well into winter

That lingering festive feeling often isn’t about Christmas itself – it’s about gentleness, and we could all do with more of that.

When Festive Feelings Become Reflection

For some people, the post-Christmas period brings a softer, more thoughtful mood:

Looking back on the year that was

Thinking about people we miss

Reassessing what actually matters

That reflective glow can feel festive-adjacent because Christmas gives us permission to feel things we usually rush past.

Letting that linger isn’t unhealthy. Suppressing it often is.

Maybe You’re Just a Seasonal Soul

Some of us are wired to respond strongly to seasons, light, and ritual. Christmas amplifies that sensitivity – and when it ends, we notice the absence more keenly.

If you’re someone who:

Loves traditions

Feels deeply connected to atmosphere

Finds comfort in repetition and ritual

Then of course a single day can’t switch that off.

And honestly? That’s not a flaw. It’s a gift.

So… Is It OK to Still Feel Festive?

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You don’t have to rush yourself into January mode.

You don’t need to apologise for cosiness.

You’re not “behind” because you’re still glowing a little.

Christmas may be over on the calendar – but the feelings it creates were never meant to be disposable.

If a bit of festive warmth helps carry you through the long winter weeks, keep it.

The world is cold enough already.

And if you ask us?

A little Christmas spirit lingering into January is no bad thing at all.