Caitríona Redmond: How to use a slow cooker to make my mulled wine and hot chocolate recipes 

My slow cooker is my secret weapon when it comes to festive hot drinks writes Caitríona Redmond

Mulled wine in white metal mugs with cinnamon, spices and orange on concrete background, traditional drink on winter holiday. Copy space for text

We are getting so close to Christmas now, this day next week is Christmas Eve and the pressure is building.

Sometimes I feel filled with excitement for a few days off and enjoying time with the kids and others I feel an impending sense of dread when I see the news and worry about the future.