So Christmas is very much upon us, and many of you are done with work for the year so I thought I’d share a few little Christmassy ideas in Essex… The Elf Workshop at Braintree Wyevale Garden Centre sounds like far too much fun; you can make your own festive crafts and take away a special ‘Elf Graduate’ certificate to frame for the mantlepiece! Christmas days…

I love all the festivities of winter, and I especially like New Year’s Eve. It marks a new beginning when you can make fresh plans for the year ahead. Even if you might have forgotten about a lot of them by the end of January! NYE is a great time to hang out with your friends and have one last big night before the new…

Who says sticking with tradition means having to prepare a traditional Christmas dinner? For those planning to cook on the 25th December, Pilgrims Choice has concocted the ultimate cheesy Christmas dinner that’s sure to leave your guests impressed on the most wonderful day of the year. STARTER Red Pepper, Tomato & Vintage Cheddar Tartlets With A Hint Of Chilli These bite-size tartlets are perfect as…

Today I turn 26… it’s now the slippery slope toward becoming an adult at 30! I thought I’d share with you 25 things I achieved whilst being 25! Ran my first mile. Running my first half marathon. Running the London Marathon. Lost 2 stone. Gained some amazing friends. Learnt to use a slow cooker. Moved out of my parents home. Raised over £4000 for charity.…

If the man in your life isn’t a bearded bloke then I have a little gift idea that might just be right up your street! It may come a shock that both of these gift ideas are from The Body Shop, not a place you’d normally look for mens gifts! The first up the is the Modern Gent’s Shaving Kit… This went down a right…

So, you’re looking for the next place to visit, but you’re not sure where to head to. Here are some great ideas to consider if you’re someone who loves animals and wildlife. Dominican Republic One of the best places to head to if you want to do some whale watching is the Dominican Republic. Of course, you have to leave the shores to actually see…

A few weeks back, Penny, Sian and I headed into London for a big night out, and here’s how it went… The night began after I had finished work at half 9 and sped over, once my Uber had found me, to clink78 to meet the ladies. Clink78 is set in a two-hundred year old courthouse in the vibrant area of King’s Cross andmixes elegant…

Last week I was lucky enough to be given the chance to try out the amazing Fitness First gym on Baker Street and I was beyond impressed! It was so high tech, I mean, they even have their own app that you can train along with… I NEED! The gym itself also has a 100m track that runs through it, this amazed me a little…