Anyone who knows me, even vaguely, will know that I’m a pretty big fan of gin. To put it politely. So, when Fords Gin asked me if I wanted to learn about the history of gin through cocktails,* I was never going to say no! It helps when they invite me to some very plush surroundings to do it in, ...
Food and Drink
On Your Marks, Get Set, It’s The Big London Bake
I've been harbouring dreams of going on the Great British Bake Off since that tent found it's home in Welford Park. I have illusions of grandeur when it comes to my baking skills. I know, in reality, I'm not up to GBBO standards but I can still dream, right? Well actually, I don't have to ...
Witchcraft and Wizardry at Escape London
If you’ve been reading my blog for a while you’ll know that this year I’ve become a bit of an escape room aficionado. I’ve been racking up the visits to them and I haven’t yet failed to get out. I’ve even set a few records. I’ve tried a few of Escape London’s rooms now. I’ve tried The Cabin, Escape ...
6 Tips To Boost Your Energy
I am loving this gorgeous weather we’re having at the moment. And the fact that it’s light so late. I was walking home from the bus stop last night at about 9.30 and it was still quite light. I just couldn’t believe it. It was glorious. Although I am 100% built for the winter and I have no real ...
Mixing Magic Potions at The Cauldron, East London
All my magical dreams came true in a little bar, called The Cauldron, just minutes away from Dalston Kingsland Station. Get your minds out of the gutter, I mean this 100% literally. I was whisked away to a world of witchcraft, wizardry and alcohol. Upon arrival, I was handed a robe and a ...
Fun On The Roof
In Stratford, there are two shopping centres directly over the road from each other. One of them is the huge, sprawling, shiny Westfield. The other is small, a bit dingy and, in all honesty, a bit tired looking. This second shopping centre holds a special summer secret though. If you take the lift ...