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#ibislates with the Roundhouse, London *

I love a night stay in an ibis, I feel like I’m gradually touring them all; Brighton, Gatwick, Heathrow and even throwing it was back to 2013 when I stayed in a few all round the UK on my burger quest! But what makes an ibis night even better is when it’s packaged up with a trip to one of my favourite music venues in…

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TeamSport, The Stig & My Need for Speed *

Last week Mike and I headed down to the new TeamSport Go Karting arena that has just opened up in Basildon. I’ve been go karting a few times but nothing in the past, maybe, five years as I can struggle with the vibrations from the kart on the tarmac so it tends to put me off a little. So, what made me suit up, don a…

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Suiting Up with Suit Direct *

When the winter season sets in, there are so many fancy parties to attend, drinks to be drunk and even more food to be eaten… So what an earth do you wear?! A nice frock with Dr Marten’s and a bowler hat. What does the man in your life wear?! A posh dinner suit from Suit Direct with a bow tie and pair of Vans. Obviously!…

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Christmas Dinner Cheat Sheet! *

When it comes to Christmas Dinner, I’ve seen all of the stress and hard work my mum puts into, not only on the day but in the few days before to ensure everything runs smoothly and tastes fantastic! It always makes me super worried that when my turn comes to take over from mum as ‘Queen of Cooking’ that I’m never going to get the…

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Getting Dirty with Bubble Waffles and Beer Cocktails at Belgo, London *

I’d never heard of Belgo before and I’m kicking myself for this! I’d never tried food from Belguim either which, again, I’m kicking myself for! But alas, this has now been fully rectified in the form of new menu tasting with Belgo in Holborn. I mean any event I can go to that will print my face onto a beer bottle is a winner right!? But…

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Revolution Launches Online Store *

Vodka lovers rejoice! Revolution, yes the bar chain, have bought the party straight to your doorstep with the launch of their Revolution Online Store, selling the renowned Handcrafted Flavours range alongside Revolution cards, cocktail masterclasses vouchers and gift cards. The store currently offers three exclusive Handcrafted Flavours that are the pear drop, the bubblegum and the cherry, which will be the ideal gift for vodka aficionados,…

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My Favourite Amaretto Cocktails *

I’m one of those people that love a good cocktail but never make them at home as I tend to just buy wine, but the lovely team from 31 Dover have changed that! They challenged me to make some bloody good cocktails using the limited edition Disaronno Wears Missoni that looks super pretty on our drinks rack. I also think I might pop a candle…

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How To Shop Online For Antique Jewellery *

While many trends come and go with the seasons, antique jewellery never seems to go out of fashion. Best of all, with today’s technological advances, you can shop online from the comfort of your own home. While this certainly simplifies the entire process, there are still risks you need to be aware of. To help you, here is a guide to buying antique jewellery online.…

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I'm Squibb Vicious, better known as Haydy!
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