Fluttering Beauty
As we officially step into autumn, that’s a wrap on September – and London Fashion Week. From among the beautiful and the controversial, the chic and the disruptive, there’s one brand that stuck in everyone’s mind. Helen Anthony. We all understand the concept of a runway – stone-faced models strut their stuff, showcasing what the … Read more
This Broccoli Pesto Pasta is easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Pair with chicken for extra protein and customize with your favorite veggies. *Originally published 5/2016. Updated 9/2024.* Hi Friends! This broccoli pesto pasta recipe has been on the blog for years now but I recently made it and decided it … Read more
I recently enjoyed a chic brunch at Café François in Borough Yards, London SE1. Drawn by its inviting exterior and the connection to Maison François in Mayfair, I was intrigued to see if it could live up to the promise. As a vegetarian who typically avoids French cuisine due to its meat-heavy reputation, I opted … Read more
A piedmont glacier is a valley glacier which has spilled out onto relatively flat plains, spreading into bulb-like lobes. These glaciers often form when the ice reaches lower altitudes and the landscape opens up, allowing the glacier to spread out, rather than being constrained by the steep valley walls. Formation of Piedmont glaciers Piedmont glaciers begin … Read more
Photos by Beatrice Granados It’s around this time of year, the new pencil case nostalgia and back to school playground bells ringing in my ears, that I start itching to spend money like I have the stuff to burn. LEAVE MY POCKETS AND REPLACE YOURSELVES WITH BURGUNDY CORD, I dramatically bellow into the distance, … Read more
Finding the right workout app can be tough. There are so many options out there, each promising to transform your fitness journey. As a self-confessed workout planning addict and data nerd, I’m always on the hunt for tools to help me optimise my gym time. I decided to take My Workout Plan for a spin, … Read more
Thinking of spending a day in Aveiro? This guide and itinerary covers the highlights and hidden gems in this unique Portuguese town! Aveiro, often referred to as the ‘Venice of Portgal’ is a compact coastal city, where vibrantly coloured boats glide along the canals through the downtown area. Offering a mix of Portugese tradition and … Read more
Saturday morning Farmers Markets are a thing of beauty. Fresh produce and local products offer the opportunity to try new ingredients in new and fun ways. Cristina Thompson recently had the great idea to use kale & garlic scapes to create a garlicky pesto pasta dish- filled with Boulder Sausage Italian Sausage! Thanks for sharing … Read more
Being a born and bred northerner and in my little northern bubble, the capital is like a different world. I see a lot of things there that I’ve never seen before, experienced things I’ve never experienced before. I’ve read the typical London problems people face but these are the things no one tells you about … Read more
Last Updated on October 9, 2024 Stellar cast grapples with intense but bizarre interpretation of Antigone, The Other Place: Another day, another gritty modern take on a classical play at the National Theatre. With a device that has become a staple of modern productions, writer and director Alexander Zeldin has adapted Sophocles’s Antigone to fit … Read more