In Germany there is a saying “die Augen essen mit” which translates as “the eyes eat as well” and means that it is important for food to look appealing because your brain, via your eyes, will tell you: “Look at … Continue reading Marble Cake
There’s a new place that has recently opened in New Oxford Street which is perfect to grab a snack, have a light meal and indulge in seriously good cocktails – Manitoba Tigella Kitchen Bar. Sleek and modern, over two floors, … Continue reading Manitoba Tigella Kitchen Bar
Last month we attended an exclusive performance of Simple Mind’s Drummer Mel Gaynor at London’s iconic Hard Rock Café, accompanied by some of London’s best upcoming talent and supported by Abi Bridgeman. It was Mel’s first ever official solo gig as … Continue reading Simple Minds Legend Mel Gaynor at the Hard Rock Cafe
Introducing Art de Parfum Fragrances that exude French sophistication There is a certain je ne sais quoi about the French way of doing things – of dressing, of drinking coffee, of riding a bike, even – that never fails to … Continue reading Introducing Art de Parfum
So, autumn has finally arrived – days are getting shorter, temperatures are dropping and we could all get quite depressed about this. But there is definitely a silver lining – ‘King of the Pop-Ups’ and TV chef (This Morning) Jimmy … Continue reading The Lodge in Clapham
Silent Pool Gin will be taking over the indoor garden of The Hoxton in Shoreditch from Tuesday 25th to Sunday 30th of October and decorating it in teal hues and botanical motifs for a week-long programme of exciting events of … Continue reading Silent Pool Gin Pop-Up Comes To The Hoxton Shoreditch
To celebrate the launch of its first Brewery Fresh tank beer in the UK, Staropramen, the number one Czech beer in the UK is launching a Czech beer hall inspired spa at Jack’s Bar, London. ‘Spa-opramen’ will be open … Continue reading Tonight! For One Night Only! Czech Beer Staropramen Opens In-Bar Spa
Last Sunday I wasn’t in the mood to bake a whole cake, but I wanted to have something nice with my afternoon coffee, so I dug up this cookies recipe. I am calling these cookies Bine’s Cookies, because my friends call … Continue reading Bine’s Cookies
Today sees the DVD release of The Electric Horseman and Looking for Richard, two very different, but equally excellent films, by Odyssey Video. Oscar® winners Robert Redford (Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid) and Jane Fonda (Nine to Five) play … Continue reading Out on DVD – The Electric Horseman and Looking For Richard
This competition is now closed! The winner is: Allan Wilson. Congratulations! ____________________________________________________________________ 25 years ago, in 1991, ‘The Commitments’ first burst on to our screens with their infectious brand of Irish Soul and to this day it is still one of … Continue reading The Commitments 25th Anniversary Competition
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