Bridget Jones’s Diary Following the adventures of a mischievous journalist from London in 2025 is just as funny as it was in 2001, even though the realities of the film seem a little outdated now (fortunately, few people today are embarrassed by being single at 32 and weighing 65 kilograms).…
A successful family shopping trip requires more than just a well-planned itinerary and a list of stores to visit. Anyone who has navigated a mall with children knows that hunger, fatigue, and restless energy can quickly turn a fun outing into a stressful experience. One simple yet surprisingly effective…
When we are children, we rely entirely on external sources for comfort. When a child falls or feels overwhelmed by the world, they cry out for a caregiver to soothe their nervous system. This is a biological necessity; a child’s brain is not yet equipped to manage high-intensity emotional states…
Both tenants and homeowners prioritise making their homes safe and secure. With growing concerns about crime and safety, it’s more necessary than ever to take effective precautions to protect your property and loved ones. Here are ten practical home safety guidelines, along with recommendations for security systems, alarms, and video…
Yesterday we went along to Zest on Whip-Ma-Whop-Ma-Gate, to try out their breakfast/brunch offering. They serve all day breakfast and brunch as well as all day 2 for 1 cocktails. It’s a lovely environment and decorated very prettily as you can see. Update – there is free tea and coffee with…
Places for the Best Breakfast in York – I think there is something wonderfully decadent about eating breakfast in a restaurant or cafe. It’s such a lovely, novel thing to do and there are so many places in York that offer a fabulous breakfast. Here are a few suggestions -…
Places for the Best Lunch in York – This is a tricky post to write as there are so many wonderful places in York to have lunch. I have started with a few suggestions and will add to them as we try new places that we can recommend. Zest Brunch…
York has a habit of surprising people who think they already know it well. That applies just as much to gaming as it does to history or food. Right in the middle of the city, Roxy Ball Room tends to draw people in without much effort. You might arrive planning…
Sustainability is increasingly important across all industries and is a factor for many consumers. When going on a trip, people are more likely than ever to consider their carbon footprint. They will look to reduce that impact by consuming, travelling on or staying in more sustainable products, companies and places.…
York’s history is often told through its walls and great buildings, the Roman fortress footprint, the Viking street grid, the medieval Minster, and the Georgian terraces. Another history runs alongside that one, quieter, but easier to recognise how people spent their free time. Across two millennia, residents and visitors found…