A perfume expert has revealed how to go about buying a scent as a gift – so if you’ve left your Christmas shopping until the last minute, this could be the perfect answer. Lee Harding, from London, who works with The Perfume Shop, is an expert with over 15 years in the industry. He has … Read more
A Michelin-starred chef turned dessert connoisseur says he has the ‘best job in the world’ taste testing up to 100 puddings a week and dreaming up sweet treats for supermarket shelves. James Bennington, who spent 10 years cooking in some of London‘s top restaurants including Chez Bruce and La Trompette, now spends his days experimenting … Read more
Long-suffering women share the pranks their mischievous men have played on them – including a father who strapped his baby’s bike trailer to his JEEP WAGS of playful men across the globe have shared their traumas online Dad strapped his child’s bike cart to his jeep, before texting his wife a picture Collection of pictures … Read more
Tim Tams, chocolate milk and a supermarket label instant coffee were among the nation’s tastiest foods this year, according to a new survey. Australian consumer group CHOICE revealed the 10 foods that topped its blind taste tests in 2019, across categories like bread, cheese, biscuits, butter and sauce. Brands largely triumphed over supermarket-own labels, with homegrown … Read more
Why you need a ‘Christmas morning box’: Mum shares her handy solution to the stress of the festive period – and parents everywhere love it A mother has shared how she handles a busy Christmas morning with kids Kerry said she makes a ‘Christmas morning box’ full of necessities ahead of time She said it … Read more
Shoppers are going wild for a pair of $20 slides that are IDENTICAL to designer sandals which cost nearly $1,000 Australian fashionistas are lusting after a pair of $20 slides from Cotton On The slides are almost identical to Hermès Oran sandals which cost $970 Sydney-based style blogger Tina Abeysekara wore the shoes on Instagram … Read more
The ultimate Australian dessert: Edible wreaths made from LAMINGTONS are the latest festive food trend to sweep the nation Australians are shunning tradition to get creative in the kitchen this Christmas Bakers are making edible wreaths out of homegrown favourite lamington cakes The festive dessert can be made in six steps with six ingredients costing … Read more
Much has been written about Dominic Cummings. The Prime Minister’s most senior adviser has been accused of everything from manipulating democratic outcomes to hatching nefarious plans to dismantle the Civil Service. He has been called Boris Johnson’s Rasputin, a shadowy strategist and the most dangerous man in Europe. The architect of Vote Leave has even … Read more
Carrie Symonds’ wardrobe secrets: Boris Johnson’s frugal girlfriend pays £10-a-month to ‘private members’ fashion club’ to rent designer outfits worth thousands Carrie Symonds pays £9.99 a month membership to website My Wardobe HQ Service has been described as a ‘private members’ club for the fashion world’ Items include dress she wore to meet the Queen … Read more
With the average person set to consume around 2,000 calories on their Christmas Day lunch, it should come as no surprise that a festive feast has serious implications for our health. And now, Australian dietitian Susie Burrell has revealed what the food, wine and all the trimmings really does to your body – and it’s … Read more
Experts reveal how many calories are in YOUR favourite Christmas tipple – and how adding a cinnamon stick gives a sugar-free flavour rush Experts shared advice for enjoying festive cocktails without gaining weight Mark Gilbert of The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan recommends Martinis He said the beverage is often low calorie when made with vodka … Read more
We all might dream of a white Christmas but, with environmental issues looming larger than ever, we should be dreaming of a green Christmas, too. For as much fun as we have over the festive season, it is also a time of huge waste. It is estimated that 227,000 miles of wrapping paper is thrown away … Read more
The festive season is in full swing, which for many of us means long lunches and dinner with plenty of alcohol. But while having a polite glass or two is nothing to fear, health experts have warned of the dangers of over-indulgence. Speaking on the Elevate podcast, Australian personal trainer and lifestyle/ nutrition coach, Sarah Hopkins, … Read more