One of the problems I faced when packing for my West Highland Way hike was not really anything to do with what I would wear to hike in or sleep in, but rather what I would wear in the evening … Continued
I gave in. A couple of weeks ago I added one more pair to my collection of Dr Martens boots. I fell for these – a black quilted pair of these Core Coralie Quilted in black. You like? The boot, which has a women’s fit … Continued
I’ve been having some trouble with my foot recently. I have a significant pain across my toes, down the outside of my foot and in my ankle. After a month of it getting more and more painful, and more and … Continued
The North Face Durango Hoodie is a this-season soft shell outerwear jacket that offers some warmth and protection from rain, ideal for those in-between days when it’s not cold enough to need a hugely insulated coat but when you do … Continued
It’s National Curry Week! I do like a good curry. I’m a fan of mild curries myself – Korma, Tikka Masala, Thai Green, that sort of thing. I like my curries full of flavour but want to be able to … Continued
I honestly don’t know what I would do without my iPad. I bought it on the day the iPad2 launched, for the simple reason that I really (really) wanted one. Since that day it has been so well used I’m … Continued
Boursin Portions are individually wrapped cubes of Boursin cheese ideal for keeping in your fridge for whenever you need them. They come in packs of six and are available in their Garlic & Herb and Black Pepper flavours. Boursin sent … Continued
Do you like it when confectioners mess about with your favourite sweets? I’m normally very sceptical and am often disappointed when companies play about with recipes, add flavours, change things about. So when I spotted this new take on Refreshers … Continued
I spotted these sweets at the checkout in my local Tesco Express the other day for just 18p. How was I supposed to resist? I love Fruittella anyway – the soft creamy fruity chewy sweets are full of flavour and … Continued
Sometimes chatting online or via text or even on the phone isn’t enough. Sometimes friends just have to get together. So the other weekend I went to Southampton for tea. Yes that’s a 500 miles round trip, and yes that makes … Continued