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Yoga on the London Eye? Try it with Time Out’s ‘Eye-Openers’! 23 May 2018 If you’re looking for the perfect Instagram-able location for your yoga practice then look no further.  Time Out’s Eye-Openers – a series of events taking place on the London Eye in June offer you the perfect place to do yoga in London, as well as many more opportunities to broaden your horizons (while admiring London’s) in... Read More about Yoga on the London Eye? Try it with Time Out’s ‘Eye-Openers’!

Mothers Day Gift Ideas 07 Mar 2018 Mothers Day! It’s the one day of the year when we all stop and thank our mums, and it’s just around the corner – March 11th 2018 to be exact. If you are anything like me, Mothers Day really sneaks up on you and although there has been plenty of advertising for ‘the perfect gift’ in the... Read More about Mothers Day Gift Ideas

Destination South Bank 19 Sep 2017 Sometimes a period of adjustment can be a tricky thing.  After summer weekends dedicated to barbecues, picnics and lounging in parks, it can be a struggle to make the most of weekends in the autumn.  But don’t worry – cities come into their own at this time of year, offering all kinds of pleasant distractions.... Read More about Destination South Bank

The sound of silence – sshh, it’s a silent disco! 21 Aug 2017 It seems that the days of shouting to our mates over booming speakers are being replaced with something altogether more civil.  The quietest rage creeping across the dance floors is the silent disco.  But what has it got to offer, apart from not being hoarse after a night out? Defined by Wikipedia as “an event... Read More about The sound of silence – sshh, it’s a silent disco!

Super Geek – Where to get your geek on in the capital! 15 Aug 2017 Geeks were once seen as figures lurking in the shadows of society, ridiculed and mocked for their obscure taste and strange interests. Now they’re about as common as an Oxford Circus closure during rush hour! But where are these geeks hanging out, and what an earth are they up to now? The list is endless.... Read More about Super Geek – Where to get your geek on in the capital!

The Psychology of Fear – why do we love being scared? 25 Jul 2017 Are you a thrill seeker?  Do you actually like that feeling when your heart is in your mouth? Did you spend your childhood hiding behind the sofa during Dr Who, telling ghost stories at sleep-overs, jumping off cliffs or scaring yourself witless with an Ouija board?  Even as really young children it seems we seek... Read More about The Psychology of Fear – why do we love being scared?

What is it with the Brits and gardening? 07 Jun 2017 What is it with the Brits and gardening?  The figures suggest that we’re passionate about them – a recent Gardena survey found that Londoners spend approximately £1,000 on them annually.  We also go to great lengths to protect our beloved plants (including seasoned vegetarians discussing the latest blood-curdling ways to dispose of slugs!).  However, slugs,... Read More about What is it with the Brits and gardening?

Rhubarb serve dinner in the sky on the London Eye 31 May 2017 Dinner in the Sky Dining 135 metres above the city on the renowned Lastminute.com London Eye is the most exclusive experience to date. This iconic landmark is not only the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel but also a unique setting for intimate events and bespoke dining experiences. At rhubarb we have taken dining to new... Read More about Rhubarb serve dinner in the sky on the London Eye

May the force be with you – why do we love Stars Wars so much? 24 May 2017 There are many reasons to love May; Bank Holidays warm spring sunshine, lighter evenings, blossom and last but not least, Star Wars Day.   Whilst the other reasons are self-explanatory, the endless popularity of Star Wars can be somewhat confounding.   For those of you into Intergalactic Finance,  the series is worth more than Harry Potter and... Read More about May the force be with you – why do we love Stars Wars so much?

Resistance is futile – bring on the chocolate! 28 Mar 2017 Seen as an invigorating drink, mood enhancer and aphrodisiac, chocolate is so much more than a naughty treat.  The Aztecs thought that cacao seeds were the gift of the God of Wisdom, and a 16th century emperor Montezuma even drank three gallons of chocolate a day to increase his libido!  In the 1500s, Spanish conquistadors... Read More about Resistance is futile – bring on the chocolate!