Lockdown has meant alot of time at home for all of us. Sometimes it can therefore be hard to think of ideas for date night at home or how to celebrate a special occasion with another evening indoors. Even without the restrictions of covid lockdown, it is not unusual for couples to be looking for … Read more
One of the key principles of Zero Waste Week is reduce; this doesn’t just apply to plastics but also to food. Of course, no-one should ever go hungry; positive habits are not built from depriving yourself or others. However, changing food shopping habits do have an impact of how much food we waste; so today … Read more
Launching a business is an exhilarating prospect, but it can also be daunting. The statistics for new business failures make for sobering reading, and this is why preparation is key. If you’re setting up a new venture, or you’re in the fledgling stages of your entrepreneurial journey, here are some key considerations to help you … Read more
Should you have family income benefit? 2020 has taught us a lot so far. Arguably the biggest lesson is that anything can happen and nothing is guaranteed. Our lives have been thrown into unknown territory and many people have lost family, homes and jobs. With this in mind, should we all be taking life insurance … Read more
As many of my readers will know, I am vegetarian and Squiggle eats mainly vegan food only. She doesn’t generally eat dairy, but she is not entirely vegan; if it is a small unnoticeable ingredient within something else then she will accept this. She will (rarely) drink milkshakes too, on the odd occasion. However she … Read more
The holiday season is firmly upon us and with it comes a delightful, seasonal variation on food when eating out. Restaurants all over have either switched out their normal dining options completely or, more commonly, present an additional menu of fancy options to explore. Bookatable have a wide selection of places with festive seasonal menus … Read more
I am looking to give my bedroom a makeover, as it is in desperate need of an update. Not so much any actual decorating, that is neutral and easy to work with anyway; but in terms of the contents. Now, I am all for getting the most use possible from things and not replacing before … Read more
Travelling with kids. To many, it sounds like a nightmare – but very often, all it takes to get through it is a touch of preparation. In fact, plan effectively, and you could even enjoy your journey as a family. Why not follow our top tips to achieve just that? Plan Ahead Where exactly are … Read more
Most of us will have fond memories of our childhood bedrooms. Whether you were sharing with a sibling or you had your own space, your room was your adventure playground away from the boring adultness of the rest of the house where you could play until your heart was content. Now we’re the boring adults, … Read more