Afternoon tea is a quintessentially British way of dining – three tiers of plates with daintily balanced sandwiches, scones and sweet treats is a marvellous way to spend the afternoon. Whether you’re heading out to a cafe or you have ordered afternoon tea boxes from a specialist such as Afternoon Tea Box, you’re in for […]
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Assisted living is the perfect option for those who wish to maintain their independence but still require help with day-to-day tasks.
Your wedding should be one of the best days of your life. This is why it is important to spend a long time planning your wedding day to ensure that everything goes perfectly and it is exactly to your liking. However, planning your wedding day can oftentimes be very stressful and you may struggle to […]
A great cup of tea is a quintessentially British experience, but opinions differ wildly on what makes a brew perfect. From the order of the milk and water to the ideal steeping time, every element plays a role. With numerous tea methods to consider, let’s explore some key techniques backed by science and tradition.
Our grandparents experienced a different world to the one we live in now. Without the trappings of modern technology, they filled their time with activities and traditions that are slowly falling out of favour. Here are some of the traditions that died out with our grandparents.
We all know how trends work nowadays: something blows up on the internet, everyone wants it, most people get it, it becomes basic and dies. But before it becomes basic, it does something else: it divides the population between people who can afford the trend, and people who don’t. Now of course there are people […]
Many styles of clothing come and go, but some pieces become more popular with time. Trench coats, blue jeans, and fisherman’s jumpers are just some examples of clothing styles that have outlived their original intended use. Image credit Originally used by fishermen, the popularity of the fisherman’s jumper has far surpassed its traditional purpose and […]
Embracing an eco-friendly lifestyle involves making a lot of conscious choices that reduce your environmental impact. If you are someone who cares about our planet and wants to take steps to ensure its survival, you may be looking for some ways you can live a more eco-friendly life. By transitioning to a more sustainable life, […]
If you have children or are planning on having them in the near future, then you have probably put some thought into where you want to raise them. If you currently live in a neighbourhood that is not very suitable for children, then you may have considered relocating to a more child-friendly location. However, you […]
Cooking and baking are some of the most satisfying things you can do in the kitchen. Preparing and serving a meal to friends and family is a very rewarding experience, especially if it has gone well. However, a particular downside to all these good times and merriment is that someone has to do the washing […]