By Hannah Stephenson If you buy a real Christmas tree, how can you make sure it stays looking its best over the festive season? Some 30% of people … [Read more...]
The Feel Good Factor
It is amazing how so many people, when you compliment them for something you admire, will almost reject the compliment rather than simply saying thank … [Read more...]
Nikki’s News
As we head towards yet another Christmas and all the joy this time of year brings, I thought this would be a good time to discuss toilets. I do have a … [Read more...]
Chocolate Raspberry Cake
SERVES: 10-12 PREPARATION TIME: 40 minutes COOKING TIME: 25 minutes Ingredients For the cake: 50g cocoa powder 90ml boiling water 3 eggs 60ml … [Read more...]
Saying Goodbye to our Pets
Losing a treasured companion is one of the hardest things we can ever experience. Whether the loss is sudden or following a long period of illness, … [Read more...]
Cheaper Energy but STILL Being Ripped Off
By Martin Lewis (@martinslewis) I can reveal that on 1 October it is almost certain the energy price cap rate, for all but those on prepay meters, … [Read more...]
Late Crop Gardening
By Hannah Stephenson You may still be reaping the rewards of all your hard work on the allotment or vegetable patch this year, but don't down tools … [Read more...]
The Benefits of School Clubs
As kids return to school and parents sigh with relief, a variety of after-school activities and clubs spring up everywhere. While some kids know … [Read more...]
Nikki’s News
When I was a child, many, many, years ago, there was no such thing as mobile phones and so no presence in my life of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp … [Read more...]
Leafy Panzanella Salad
A traditional Panzanella has no leaves, this twist adds crunchy Romaine so it goes lots further and is fresher, lighter and brighter. SERVES: … [Read more...]