Romance in the movies have the edge when the scenes are set in an autumnal setting ablaze in red, yellow and orange.

Autumn Leaves and Fireplaces

Romance in the movies has the edge when the scenes are set in an autumnal setting ablaze in red, yellow and orange. But where to find the perfect spot to experience this in the UK? Leafy vistas with fireside dining and cosy weekend away accommodation are what we dream of at this time of the year. If you want to stay close to home, take a stroll through the leaves with me as ...

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The hills are alive with the sound of Salzburg

The Sound of Salzburg

You may secretly love The Sound of Music, watch it whenever it’s on the tele, but by god, you won’t be telling anyone it’s one of your favourite things. That said, you can’t go wrong with a weekend trip to Salzburg, and again if you are London based for your Europe trip, it’s very doable for a one night get away from London with an overnight carry-on bag only. It’s regional so ...

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The Art of Entertaining. Beautiful tablescape featuring a floral centrepiece.

The Art of Entertaining

In the majority of cultures, it is the ultimate point of acceptance to be invited into someone’s home. Entertaining is an important skill to master in life and provides the perfect stage to demonstrate a host’s genuine leadership abilities. Entertaining guests is about creating an experience where colours, lights, scents, flavours and sounds work together in perfect harmony to create joyful, unforgettable moments. The secret is to provide warmth with personality, in ...

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