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Make Veganuary a real treat – Vegan experiences to enjoy at home
Loosened the waistband over the festive period? Veganuary (Vegan + January) is a chance to rejuvenate yourself with nutritious and delicious plant-based meals. It’s no secret that vegan diets have boomed in recent years. They’ve jumped up from just 150,000 of the UK population to 600,000 in as little as five years. Seen as the ethical, environmental and health-conscious option, being vegan is a lifestyle choice that appeals to many. And January is the ideal time to give plant-based eating a go. After mounds of chocolates, mince pies and turkey leftovers have been tempting you in December, you can use January to bring some zen to your diet. Lighter meals…
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A sky-high interview with Searcys at the Gherkin
Walking into Searcys at the Gherkin you’ll be in awe of the panoramic views across London and huge glass dome roof, providing plenty of light and atmosphere that rivals any restaurant in the Capital. From the menu, wine sommelier, outstanding service to the incredible views, Searcys at the Gherkin is a real treat for any special occasion. We were lucky enough to speak with General Manager, John Short to ask him a few questions about the restaurant and get some tips into some of the best foods and wines on the menu. 1. Can you tell us a little about Searcys at the Gherkin? Searcys has been at the Gherkin…
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Give something new a go this September – Festival of Learning (1st – 30th September)
It feels great to learn new skills. And over the past few months, some of us have had some extra time to try other things. But for many, juggling work commitments and life responsibilities can make it hard to find the time – let alone the headspace – to squeeze in any extracurricular activities. The Festival of Learning is an annual event that’s looking to change this. For the month of September, the organisation is promoting the benefits of learning and encouraging people across the country to ‘have a go’ at something new. With that in mind, here are some of our most interesting and exciting online courses you can…
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Go gourmet this summer with these mouthwatering Michelin-starred experiences
“Michelin is the only guide that counts.” Paul Bocuse, French chef and pioneer of nouvelle cuisine Amazingly, the first Michelin guide was published 120 years ago. And, arguably, a recommendation in that iconic little red book means more to chefs now than ever before. In fact, it ignites the same amount of debate and passion year-on-year in France as the Oscars does worldwide. But surely to dine out this well must cost a fortune? Not anymore. Many of the UK’s most coveted restaurants are participating in the government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme. Not only that, a handful of culinary heavyweights have partnered with Red Letter Days to give…
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The A-Z of kids summer holiday experiences (that grown-ups enjoy too
We believe in living life to the letter, especially when it comes to summer. But it’s not just grown-ups that deserve memorable experiences, kids do too. So with the summer holidays upon us and August Bank Holiday just around the corner, here’s our A-Z of kids summer holiday experiences. Don’t worry, there’s plenty of things for ‘big kids’ to enjoy as well. A Alice’s Queen of Hearts Themed Afternoon Tea A must for fans of Lewis Carrol’s iconic fairy tale, indulge in Alice-themed cakes in the most majestic surroundings. Just watch out for the menacing monarch. Dine inside a fairy tale at Alice’s Queen of Hearts Themed Afternoon Tea for…
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Q&A With Piglet’s Pantry – Afternoon Tea at Home
There’s nothing quite like sitting down and enjoying an afternoon tea, whether it be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home, or out in the fresh air with a picnic. Great news is, there are many ways you can tuck into the sweet (and savoury) treat, in fact there are 101 ways you can enjoy an afternoon tea. We’ve interviewed the team over at Piglet’s Pantry who offer a Traditional Afternoon Tea for Two at Home and a Traditional Afternoon Tea at Home for Four so you can find out more about the family run business. 1. How did Piglets Pantry start? Piglets started as a seed of an…
