On Monday Chris and I will be sneaking off for a quick city break in Berlin, and we can’t wait. It was originally supposed to be a surprise for his birthday, but I accidentally showed him the booking when checking in for our recent flights to Iceland. Oops... Oh well, at least he knows what climate to pack for now! On that note, we’re trying to save a bit of airport hassle by taking cabin . . .
Recipe | Primavera courgetti salad
It's time to share another tempting recipe from the lovely Kym Grimshaw of Bristol-based food blog On the Plate, and I have to say that her latest offering is perhaps my favourite to date (though it's a tough call, as they've all been delicious!). This fresh, zingy take on classic pasta primavera is a wonderful way to make the most of seasonal spring greens before they vanish for another year. . . .
Modern calligraphy with Megan Riera
Have you noticed how calligraphy is surging in popularity at the moment? Not heavy, antiquated script, but a beautifully fresh, modern take that works on everything from wedding invitations to business cards. A few weeks ago I was lucky enough to attend a beginners’ workshop with talented London-based calligrapher Megan Riera (whose work I’ve admired ever since she collaborated on a series of . . .
Recipe | Lamb, mint & apricot burgers
Lamb and mint is one of those perennially popular food pairings that make most people's mouths water, mine included. For her latest seasonal recipe post, Kym Grimshaw from fantastic food blog On the Plate has given this classic spring combination a Moroccan twist by adding apricots and a bit of spice to regular lamb burgers, and serving them up with hummus and chilli jam. The burgers are easy . . .
Wedding mood board | Relaxed elegance
In the last of my wedding mood boards (you can view the others here), I want to focus on a look which I think would be perfect for a country house setting – perhaps the beautiful Cornish estate of Boconnoc (we had a look around and it really is stunning), or Dewsall Court in Herefordshire. It’s also the look I suspect we'll end up plumping for, as we’ve finally booked a venue – Pynes House in . . .
Profile | Seven Boot Lane
It's always refreshing to come across brands which manage to be both stylish and sustainable - particularly when they're based in my beloved West Country! Somerset footwear label Seven Boot Lane is one such company. I hadn't come across it until recently, but I instantly fell for its beautiful boots and shoes, which are handmade in Spain and designed to last for years and years; the antithesis of . . .
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