And so it blooming well should be. Women are fabulous. Tall ones, short ones, big ones, small ones, funny ones, quiet ones, smart ones and well…not so smart ones. We’re all bloody marvellous and I am loving the fact that today we are being celebrated all over the world!
I think we should go out of [...]

It’s been a while since I officially went for after-work drinks of my own and it’s definitely one of the things I miss most about the whole 9-5 thing.
Luckily for me though, I have Giles, who most definitely does still do the office work thing, and who shares my love for after work cocktails. So [...]

THE Ideal Home Show is searching for the UK’s next Home Baker of the Year!
All you have to do is send in your ultimate home baking recipe, with a picture of your baked masterpiece, and tell them why it’s your favourite for the chance to win.
Check out the details here – deadline for submissions is 10th [...]

The Brickhouse has long been one of my favourite East London venues…it’s cool beyond belief and hosts some of the best events you can imagine.
So I’m pleased to announce that the bar, restaurant and Supperclub is open again after extensive refurbishment.
Set in the historic Old Truman Brewery just off Brick Lane, The Brickhouse has a [...]

I’ve already told you how much I rate Marvel, Chelsea’s coolest bar.
They’ve now added to the excellence, as Rich Hendry, the highly acclaimed artist, has chosen the DJ owned bar to exhibit his latest works. Rich has been nominated for several International Photography Awards and was part of the amazing Mutate Britain. His work ranges [...]

I was recently lucky enough to be invited to the fabulous Pan Asian restaurant Chino Latino, based at the Park Plaza Riverbank, for afternoon tea with a little bit of a twist.
Now I’m a huge fan of afternoon tea. Recent favourites have included The Grove in Hertfordshire, and The G in Galway. So, armed with high [...]

Well I never. Apparently in Britain, we have a whole week devoted to pies. And that week, my friends, is upon us.
National Pie Week (yes, really) runs from 1st-7th March, and to help you celebrate (!) some of London’s finest pubs are really pulling out all the stops.

Renaissance Pubs will be showcasing comforting food & ale [...]

Borough Market is an absolute haven for food lovers. There’s something exciting about getting amongst the beautiful, fresh ingredients. You get a real buzz from the colours, the smells, the enthusiasm of the traders and customers alike. And, it’s got just that little bit better thanks to The Real Food Festival, who have  launched a weekly [...]

Mondays in town have always been a bit of a non-event. I mean, there are great places to go if you know where to look…there always are in London…but there’s never been a regular event to REALLY shout about.
Until now that is.
Chelsea’s first and only DJ owned bar, Marvel, have put together a bloody brilliant [...]

If you’re a little bit greedy, like me, you’ll happily grab any chance of a celebration with both hands…and if you’re not too keen on Valentines Day, why not kick up your heels and observe Chinese New Year instead?
This year, the festival lands on 14th February…and here is a delicious recipe from Ken Hom to [...]