For as long as I can remember I have always received two food-related treats at Christmas: a Terry’s Chocolate Orange and a box of After Eights. These confectionery delights are as much a part of Christmas to me as the tree and hangover from Christmas Eve.

However, this year I’ve discovered something strange about myself. I’m no longer capable of finishing either. I can’t gorge myself on chocolate like I used to do. Even the savoury treats are too much for me. Perhaps it has something to do with all the alcohol that is consumed over the Christmas period.

Nevertheless, it appears that the end may be in sight for one of my personal traditions at Christmas time.