Dining Room Decor That Will Impress

February 26, 2022 in Lifestyle
A modern dining table and chairs

Even though our dining rooms are one of the most-used rooms in our homes, they are still an area that some homeowners often neglect. Because updating rooms like the kitchen and bathroom can greatly add value to a property, these seem to be the ones that many homeowners focus their efforts on when it comes to redecorating. Do you think that sounds like you and your dining room? If so, it could be time to give this important room some…

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Things to consider when organising a post lockdown Wedding

February 25, 2022 in Dating, Health

A magical and memorable time in a couples life. A time to look back on with fond, loving memories. Yet the year of 2020, will be a year that will never be forgotten. Creating an abrupt halt to life as we know it, as employees discover the art of working from home, pubs and shops shut their doors, weddings were with a heavy heart forced to be either cancelled or rescheduled. While we all attempt to ride out the storm…

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How A Second Bathroom Can Improve Your Life

February 21, 2022 in Home & Garden

If you have a spare room in your home, you might want to consider a second bathroom. Admittedly, there will be an expense, but there are reasons why you might consider the possibility, so you might still reflect on the option. And besides, you can save money if you carry out some of the renovation work yourself – you might be able to handle the tiling, for example – and some bathroom fittings can be bought affordably, such as those…

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How to Get That New Home Feeling Without Moving

February 18, 2022 in Home & Garden

Spending so much time at home over the past year may have got you thinking about your living space in a whole new way. Pre-pandemic you probably spent nowhere near as much time at home as right now. At first, being at home can feel enjoyable, but once the novelty factor has worn off, you may find yourself becoming frustrated with your house. Recently, you may have started to notice all the different elements of your home that annoy you….

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5 things you probably don’t know about me

February 11, 2022 in Lifestyle
5 things you probably don’t know about me

I share a lot of my life on this blog but there are some things about me that just never come up! Today I am sharing 5 things about me that you probably didn’t know because I rarely discuss them in the hopes that it will help you get to know me a bit better! I have 7 tattoos When I was younger I really, REALLY, wanted a tattoo and I spent a lot of time looking for just the…

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How To Create A More Sleep-Friendly Bedroom

February 8, 2022 in Lifestyle, Reviews

When it comes to decorating your bedroom, you must make sure that you think practically. Of course, you want the space to look great and show off your interior design skills, but, most importantly, it should be a place that you can actually get a good night’s sleep. After all, without enough rest each night, your physical and mental well-being will start to suffer. With that in mind, here are six things that you can do to make your bedroom…

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Spotlight on Spitalfields: Dumpling Shack

February 8, 2022 in Food & Drink
Vegan Dumplings from Dumpling Shack Spitalfields

I really enjoyed my day out in Spitalfields Market where I tried out a number of vegan-friendly foods including these amazing vegan shuijiao (boiled dumplings) from Dumpling Shack who are known for serving Chinese Street Food including some of the best dumplings in London and I can see why! Dumpling Shack has spent 3 years perfecting their dumpling recipes and attracts crowds of followers wherever they go. Their menu includes their signature shengjianbao, soup dumplings from Shanghai, wonton soups and they are…

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How to Make the Most Out of Conservatory Decor

February 5, 2022 in Lifestyle

If your family is growing and you are constantly struggling with space, or you would like to make the most out of your indoors and outdoors or connect them in a creative way, adding a conservatory to your home might be a great idea. The bright room will not only give you extra storage, but will be great for entertaining guests, working from home, or even reading a book looking at your garden when it is simply not warm enough…

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Recipe: Onion and Fennel Bhaji

February 2, 2022 in Food & Drink
Finished onion bhaji

Not long ago I was lucky enough to have been invited to take part in an Indian Street Food Cookery Class at Jenius Social where I learned to make several recipes which were totally new to me! Spiced Vegetable Biryani, Mogul Chicken (aubergine for me as I am vegan) Curry, Indian flatbread, Cucumber and Mint Raita and the classic dish Onion Bhaji which was jazzed up with the introduction of fennel and I’m going to share the recipe for the…

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