It’s officially summer ­– the season to enjoy fresh summer fruit, al fresco dining and BBQs in the garden. With English cherries at the height of their season this month, we’ve created a recipe to showcase them in all their glory. Our cream cheese fritters with English summer cherries and pure maple syrup from Quebec make a lovely breakfast, brunch or dessert. The delicate creaminess…

When I moved in with Mike at the end of last year we decided to make the flat more homely and get decorating. I’m sure you’ve seen the posts of what we got up to, but there are still a few things that we want within the flat to make it even more homely! Cushions… seriously, you can never have too many. I just want…

When it comes to thinking of total luxury, there is one place that springs to mind time and time again; the French Riviera. The French Riviera, also known as the Côte d’Azur, is the Mediterranean coast of southeastern France. It includes famously glamorous beach resorts such as Saint-Tropez and Cannes, and the independent microstate of Monaco, you know the really lush places! It used to be…

If you’re looking for somewhere to while away the hours after work or spend some time with friends at a weekend, then these rooftop bars are perfect for you. Sushisamba Up on the 40th floor of the Heron Tower SushiSamba overs incredible views over London, it’s certainly not for vertigo suffers, sitting comfortably between The Shard and The Gherkin in terms of its stature. Despite…

Paris, the most romantic city in the world, has some of the most amazing hidden gems.  Just take a trip off the beaten path, or ask for a guided tour, you’re sure to learn so much more than the traditional tourist facts. Here are a few of those little secrets, that aren’t so secret now! Hôtel La Trémoille Hidden just a few minutes walk from…

England is famous for our quintessentially English Afternoon Teas and London certainly has an abundance of venues for you to visit. We have chosen our top five Afternoon Teas to help make your decision a little easier! The Ritz The Ritz is probably the best known Afternoon Tea venue in the world! It opened back in 1906, and received an Award of Excellence in The…

Since your wedding ring is one of the few pieces of jewellery you are likely to shop for together and possibly wear for the rest of your lives, it is a good idea to make a few choices before you even set foot in a store. Do you want the band to be the same metal as the engagement ring? Would he prefer the metal…

Whether it’s a staycation or a family day out, make the most of the Great British Summer with Days Out and Short Breaks at fantastic prices from Buyagift.com. I’ve selected a few of their suggestions to put together my top three choices… The View from The Shard with 3 Course Michelin Dining and Bubbles for Two. Only recently built and already an integral part of…