Usually, at this time of year, Iโm preparing to write a blog post about festive nibbles and sweet treats you can make and enjoy over the holiday season. However, I wanted to shake it up with something different this year.ย I
The Night Shift attracted me for a few reasons. Firstly, it takes place in New York, where I currently live, and I'm always up for some location spotting. Secondly, I wanted something that took me into the realms of fantasy
You can make ice cream by hand, but if you plan to do it regularly, it's worth investing in an ice cream maker as it takes just 20-45 minutes to churn ice cream. The following recipes are great family favourites.
Experiencing menopause and turning 50 have been pivotal moments in my life. The downward spiral I have been in since those events has made me more aware of myself and my needs, and I have explored many ways of halting
We can all get into a routine regarding food and what we put on our table. A crazy schedule often means that we have minimal time to plan our weekly menu, and we quickly find ourselves repetitively preparing the same
Chocolate has been around for many years. Even the Aztecs and the Mayan people were known to indulge in chocolate drinks. Made from ground cacao, chocolate is highly versatile, especially in desserts and beverages, and it is one of the
National Wine Day, initiated in 2009, takes place on May 25th this year and is a celebration of all things wine related. Wine is one of the most widely produced and consumed drinks globally and has been enjoyed for thousands
Before moving to New York from tiny Barbados, I bought a few books that I thought would help me get into the grit and legend of this sprawling city. I wanted to live like a local, check out the traditional
On March 2nd of every year, readers across the globe celebrate reading in all its forms. National Read Across America Day was established by the National Education Association (NEA) to instill the love of reading in children's hearts and minds.
Iโm always looking to theme my new year reading challenge. Whether different genres, specialist segments (e.g., women authors, European authors, etc.), I like the diversity that a well-defined and well-balanced reading list can bring to the books I choose to