Whether you like the traditional turkey for your Christmas meal or something more unusual, such as grouse or pheasant, your dinner would not be complete without all the festive trimmings. Here are 10 of the best ─ essential for making the perfect Christmas dinner. 1. Sage and onion stuffing Stuffing is one of the easiest … Continue reading »
Is it OK to go on holiday when you’re starting up a business? The traditional answer to that question was previously a resounding no, but various factors, including the nature of modern business and advances in communications technology, are changing this. The debate The ‘no’ camp will tell you that going on holiday in the … Continue reading »
Supermarket shelves are now filled with pumpkins, monkey nuts and other Halloween related products, mainly sweets. Whether or not you are planning to celebrate the night off all saints, why not cooking something special and seasonal? Carving pumpkins is not only a fun thing to do, it also provides you with a great ingredient, their … Continue reading »
When it comes to volunteering abroad, the benefits of the experience are endless. However, it’s also about what each individual can bring to the table, as completing a voluntary placement abroad is definitely a challenge. Here are some of the soft skills you will need when applying for a placement. Integrity Any company you choose … Continue reading »
What to do when London quiets down again after the fabulous summer of 2012. As London’s busiest summer comes to an end, many of us are wondering what’s next. Luckily there are more than enough activities and events to look forward to after the Paralympics have finished. 26th and the 27th of August: Notting Hill Carnival A … Continue reading »
Around 100 years ago, Cary Grant and Nobel-winning physicist Paul Dirac were at school together in Bristol. More recently, Derren Brown and Chris Morris studied at Bristol Uni. If you’re about to join the new generation of students in the city, why not move in a few weeks before term starts? There’s plenty to do … Continue reading »
Christmas garden displays are an annual opportunity for home-owners to express their festive spirit. Whether that involves a few strings of fairy lights or something more complicated, there’s plenty of scope for brightening up an otherwise dark December. While cosy Christmas interiors will delight any family and friends lucky enough to be invited into the … Continue reading »
