So what’s hot and what’s not this week?

HOT

Techno bliss Eight-hour YouTube videos of fireplaces can really bring some warmth to a cold, comfortless apartment

Occasional microwave meals Eat. Bin. Smile.

Yay Humbug Dairy-free ice-cream company Nobó have launched their Christmas edition and blind tastings with real ice-cream addicts show new Mint Humbug hits the spot

'Star Wars' fashion The force awakened the SS16 catwalks with inspiration from stormtroopers and lightsabers

Eyeshadow sticks Foolproof make-up application makes for handy stocking fillers and handier smoky eyes

Raveloid First-ever Irish language music festival headlined by Delorentos, Ham Sandwich and the like, at Ardglillan House, Dublin over two days next summer Arts Cards Ireland The 2016 calendar is a beautiful present, featuring 12 works by Irish artists and illustrators (€12.99)

NOT

That awkward feeling Witnessing staff being given out to in restaurants and cafes – managers, it's really uncomfortable and not very fair. Take it out the back

Festive drinkable cakes Black forest hot chocolate sounds utterly sickening

Rattle and hmmm The rattle inside the box when the fragile gift you ordered online arrives and the contents are in 100 pieces

Check yourself Shops where you always check if the receipt is right going out the door: if this is your instinct, it's highly likely you can't afford to shop there

Charging for bread The salad is €9, would you not throw in some bread for free?