GUEST POST: At the end of a long wintry day, you just want to sink down on the sofa, TV remote in hand, and reach for that ‘sharing’ packet of crisps, or your favourite chocolate – we’ve all been there! The problem with these oversize snack bags (aside from their typical sky-high calorie content)[Read More]
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It’s Time For All the Re-‘s
So that’s that, then: the darkness is upon us (or at least it is in the UK). We’ve got used to the clocks going back; Hallowe’en and Bonfire Night have been and gone; and very soon it will be dark at 4 pm. In the past I might have fought against this closing in of[Read More]
5 Ways To Stay Active This Winter
GUEST POST: When it’s grey and gloomy outside and the days are short, it can be hard to motivate yourself to get up and do exercise. In the lead up to Christmas, we are also more likely to eat more of the less healthy options! Between mulled wine, mince pies and lack of exposure[Read More]
January is National Soup Month
Not surprising that January is National Soup Month really since almost all of us hanker after a bowlful of something warm and comforting when the roads turn icy, going out gets a frosty reception, and the only thing that can fix this is a soothing spoonful of something quick to heat. That said, I[Read More]
An Easy Weekend Warmer
Every Friday I try to plan an easy dish that I can cook over the weekend. It’s always a busy time since we frequently have a sports event to attend, some household and garden chores to deal with, and friends to see. Ensuring that I have the makings of a speedy and nourishing meal[Read More]