Welcome to autumn, the season of short days and long nights. Everyone's lighting candles, gathering blankets and generally getting their hygge on. Wouldn't it be nice to really make the most of these longer nights? This autumn, try carving out a bit of time each evening for a simple activity ...
10 reasons why I still love Friends
Can you believe it's 25 years since Friends first hit our screens? Nope, neither can I. Back in the mid nineties I used to tune into Channel 4 every Friday to catch the latest episode. I loved it then, and now that every single episode is available on Netflix, I love it even more. Here's ...
Things to do in September: eat apples
Few things can beat the glorious taste of a freshly picked English apple. During September and October, there's an abundance of gorgeous varieties available at markets, road side stalls or in the shops. Chances are, you've got a bag of apples in your kitchen right now. Maybe you're lucky ...
Multi-tasking meals: hummus
Love great food but don't have the time to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen? You need to start making food that can multi-task. Homemade hummus is a perfect example. It's quick to prepare and will perk up any meal or lunchbox – try it with salads, toast, ...
My month in books
No matter what’s happening in your life, or the world, you can always turn to a good book for comfort or inspiration. I always find time in my day to read. It’s the last thing I do before bed, and it’s no exaggeration to say I’d be lost without it. Here's all my latest book reviews and ...