Me Time
Looking after your skin as a busy mum
Life is inherently busy for a lot of us. Between working, commuting, family commitments, housework, daily chores, and everything in between, it’s hard to find time for ourselves. I have certainly found that since having my daughter, time just seems…
A brew and a book
I’m a bit of a coffee fiend at the moment, especially to keep me going when we’ve had a few sleepless nights with the little lady! When I discovered that one of my favourite foodie brands, The Black Farmer, was…
Beauty sleep: fact or fiction?
You’ve probably heard the expression “beauty sleep” more times than you can remember, and although most people have written it off as an old wives’ tale, medical science has proven that there really is such a thing. How much sleep…
Tips for a better night’s sleep
Before having my daughter, I loved lie-ins at the weekend, and days when I didn’t have to set an alarm clock. Of course all of that changes when you become a parent, and while I wouldn’t want it any other…
The new menu at the Hyatt Regency, Birmingham
If you’ve ever had the pleasure/misfortune* (*delete as you see fit) of working away from home for a large event such as a Conference, you’ll probably understand my next point a little too well. Essentially you see the inside of…
Review of The White Swan Edgbaston
The White Swan in Edgbaston is a very well-renowned establishment in these leafy suburbs of Birmingham. I’ve spent many a happy hour there either having a drink or two, or dining with friends and family. Here’s my review of the…
Russell’s Restaurant Broadway review
Have you ever had a meal that was so perfect it’s almost impossible to describe and feel you’re doing it justice? Then you will understand how much I love the food at Russell’s Restaurant in the delightful Cotswold town of…
What to eat in San Francisco
I recently set off on a roadtrip around America for just under three weeks. Our first stop was San Francisco. I’d never been to the city before but had heard rave reviews from friends. So I was super excited to…
Where and what to eat in Brighton
I love Brighton. I’ve only ever been for work, but I have always made the most of my time there. I love to check out the plentiful food offerings. And here are my top tips on where and what to…
Honouring Afternoon Tea Week
As a great lover of afternoon tea, I wanted to celebrate Afternoon Tea Week by sharing my top three picks for indulging in this delightfully British custom. The settings of the venues are all very different and the food varies in…
