Those looking for a useful business gift that lasts all year might consider copies of the Hardens independent restaurant guides.

These review more than 3,000 establishments and can be supplied leather-bound and embossed with initials. The UK guide costs £15.99 but is available to readers of Marketing Matters for £10.99. The London guide costs £12.99 with a special reader price of £8.99. Prices include post and packing free in the UK.

Tel: 020 7839 4763 www.hardens.com/st