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Oh hai there! It's me, have you missed me? This Oh hai there! It's me, have you missed me? 

This is when I emerged from my cocoon the other night and ventured out with @steph.hop for a bloody lovely evening at @cratebrewery

I knew I'd be wrapped up in layers but wanted to take my @locketdownjewellery earrings out for a spin. I love them so much. 

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Tom ordered @alldaybrunchers as my mother's Day tr Tom ordered @alldaybrunchers as my mother's Day treat. 

It was delicious. 

We went to @thebargehouse for this for  my birthday a few years ago and I've been meaning to return so I was over the moon for this surprise this morning. 

#thebargehouse #breakfastenbread #breadlover #breadtalk #breadlove #dailyfoodfeed #eattheworld #eeeeeats #feedfeed #foodiegram #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #foodpics #forkyeah #heresmyfood #instayum #onthetable #foodblog #foodblogger #foodbloggers #fooddiary #foodventure #foodforfoodies #foodoftheday #foodphotography #forkfeed #ourfoodstories
I bloody love halloumi. This halloumi flatbread wi I bloody love halloumi. This halloumi flatbread with tahini sauce was delicious. 

I'm slowly stepping away from the wintery soups and stews and towards the more summery flatbreads and salads. Although I'm not 100% happy to step away entirely just yet!! 

 #dailyfoodfeed #eattheworld #eeeeeats #feedfeed #foodiegram #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #foodpics #forkyeah #heresmyfood #instayum #onthetable #foodblog #foodblogger #foodbloggers #fooddiary #foodventure #foodforfoodies #foodoftheday #foodphotography #forkfeed #ourfoodstories #tablesituation #tastespotting #foodreviewer #foodblogging #letscolab
Quick and easy but super tasty. Nasi Goreng for Quick and easy but super tasty. 

Nasi Goreng for dinner (with extra sriracha for me!) So tasty and feels pretty healthy because of all the lovely kale. 

Give me some more quick and tasty dinner ideas please?! 

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👀 I always feel like somebody's watching me 👀

I went for a walk the other day and when I stopped at @everythingbutthedog.eu for a coffee I looked up and saw the goodest boi watching me. There were two of them up there but the other one ran off just as I got my camera out. 

I love little surprises that make me smile.  What unexpected thing has made you smile today? 

 #butfirstcoffee #coffeeculture #coffeeholic #coffeelover #coffeelife #coffeemovement #coffeeshopvibes #coffeeshopcorners #inspocafe #igerscoffee #ig_coffee #aplacetolovedogs #barkhappy #bestwoof #doggoals #doggylove #doglover #dogmodel #dogsarethebest #dogscorner #dogsdaily #dogsofinstaworld #meowsandwoofs #pawsome #pawstruck #topdogphoto #thewoofdaily #quarantinedogs #dogsofquarantine #seeapupsendapup
Happy valentine's Day ♥️♥️♥️ I bought Happy valentine's Day ♥️♥️♥️

I bought this card ages ago from @dorkface and nearly couldn't find it this morning to give to Tom.

Gilmore Girls is almost like a religion in our house IYKYK. 

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What's your favourite thing to get through the pos What's your favourite thing to get through the post? Mine is definitely cookies! 🍪 

I bloody love Ben's Cookies and when I worked in Euston we used to go for a walk to pick one up in the afternoon.

This bumper box arrived on my doorstep and I couldn't have been happier. I can't wait to get cracking on with them. 

Thank you @steph.hop

my favourite chocolate orange is in there but there's some I haven't tried too. What's your favourite flavour?! 

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Got to drink a cuppa or two! ☕ Apart from my cr Got to drink a cuppa or two! ☕

Apart from my crazy love of cheese, the fact the I couldn't find a dairy alternative that I liked in my tea was a huge stumbling block in going plant based. 

I love oat and nut milks in my coffee but everything was just way too sweet to go in my tea. 

I spotted this @alpro my cuppa when I did my last shop and I liked it so much I've bought it again. It is a bit thicker than diary milk and it tastes sort of creamier but I like it. I just wish it came in a bigger carton. 

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You're bacon me crazy 🥓🥓🥓 It was only wh You're bacon me crazy 🥓🥓🥓

It was only when I produced this for breakfast this morning that I realised none of my trips to @dishoom were with @heroesdieold ! 🙈 I've promised him we can go when lockdown lifts. 

I (obviously) swerved the coriander but, my word, it was delicious. I'm honestly a bit sad I had to share with Tom because I definitely could have eaten both of them!

I was fully influenced by @shoegolf and @liljoeymac so thanks for that!!! 

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If grumpy, feed me biscuits 🍪 Actually, just f If grumpy, feed me biscuits 🍪

Actually, just feed me full stop. 

Cece loves helping me bake so we made some super easy oatmeal and raisin cookies in the week. She really gets involved until she had to put her hands in and get sticky 😂

They're lovely and chewy. 

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Family Cars That Will Make Your Days Trips So Much More Enjoyable

24/08/2020      Leave a Comment

*This is a collaborative post*

I love our car because it’s pretty damn big and we can fit a lot of stuff in it. I mean there’s four of us and we come with an awful lot of stuff whenever we go anywhere. The thing is, it’s been a bit temperamental and not as reliable as I’d like so I absolutely hate driving it. We’ve been looking at a few options to replace it but I’m actually a bit stuck. You know we love a day trip so here’s a selection that could make your family day trip that little bit easier!

When you’re young, you choose a car for the freedom it gives you. There’s nothing like being able to cruise around your local streets, looking for adventure. 

When the family comes along, though, priorities suddenly change. No longer do things like alloy wheels and 0 to 60 mph times matter. Other considerations come to the fore. 

The good news is that the auto industry accommodates families very well. In fact, they make up the lion’s share of new car buyers. When you add children to the mix, you just need a car. Trying to parent without one is so much more difficult. You wonder how anyone managed it in the past. 

But which cars make your day trips easier? What vehicles are the best for enabling you and your family to up sticks and go to the beach or hills? Take a look. 

Skoda Karoq

Skoda isn’t just a funny brand name to try to say, but it now also makes some pretty decent cars. Gone are the days when these vehicles were rust buckets. 

Skodas are primarily for people who just want the most practical cars and don’t care a great deal about how they look. And Skoda knows this. That’s why they put extra effort into making their vehicles more durable, allowing you to drive them for year after year, without worrying about depreciation or wearing them out. 

This particular model, therefore, is ideal for families with dogs and lots of children with muddy boots.

Vauxhall Grandland X

Vauxhall might be quintessentially British and part of the landscape, but that doesn’t mean people should overlook what the company is doing. The new Vauxhall Grandland X is a case in point. The vehicle seemingly came out of nowhere and is now taking the SUV market by storm, thanks to all its family-friendly features. 

As with most SUVs, you get a lot of space in the rear for all your children’s possessions. On top of that, you get some exceptional safety features such as drowsiness alert and pedestrian detection – all pretty futuristic. The sporty design also helps a great deal, making you feel like you’re inside something attractive, instead of merely functional.

Peugeot 3008

Most families overlook Peugeot as a brand, but the company is getting much better at building cars for busy people – and the 3008 is no exception. The vehicle sports bold styling on both the outside and inside. The automaker decks out the cabin with trend denim, creating a somewhat unique look. And the sizable flat floor at the back makes it easily large enough for groups of teenagers. 

Please note, though, that this is not a driver’s car, and some aspects may annoy you. The small steering wheel seems like unnecessary cost saving. And the dashboard is a little sparse and experimental. 

With that said, it does provide you with an excellent driving position for those family day trips. You feel high up on the road and in command of it – something you don’t get if you opt for a regular hatchback.

I still don’t know which would be our best bet, but it’ll definitely be getting upgraded as soon as we can.

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