HelloFresh Goodbye Mealtime Boredom Back in October last year GreenwichDad set me a challenge - to start meal planning. I’m awful at running a house and freely admit my husband makes for a better housewife than me. Our midweek meals were boring, … [Read more...]
My Muppet Moments
February 21, 2019 By
Three days ago I looked at my husband and asked him to bring me his sippy cup — what a muppet. To his credit, he just raised an eyebrow and handed me his water bottle silently. In my brain, I was quite clearly saying bottle. Evidently; I was not. Since … [Read more...]
Be A Half Term Hero
February 17, 2019 By
Now it's February the days should be getting longer, the weather will be brighter and the early daffodils will be popping their heads above ground. You'll, however, (me included) will be faced with half term. So flex your Wonder Woman muscles and glide … [Read more...]
Spring at Greenwich Theatre
February 4, 2019 By
Spring at Greenwich Theatre The pantomime may be behind us (oh yes it is!) but there is a host of innovative, inclusive and exciting performances for the whole family at Greenwich theatre in February. There’s even an exclusive discount for all … [Read more...]
First look at the new IKEA Greenwich
January 31, 2019 By
IKEA Greenwich will open its doors in early February. It feels like this has taken forever for this controversial project to actually happen but now it has and we've had an exclusive first sneak peek! Brimming with new concepts and … [Read more...]
Our Top 5 Best Hotels for Sex
January 28, 2019 By
Sex, when you're a parent, can be a bit tricky. It's fairly typical to discover that when one of you is raring to go, the other wants bed socks and a cup of tea. Finding the right time and opportunity, well, let's just say sometimes you have to get … [Read more...]
Chinese New Year at Museum of London Docklands
January 28, 2019 By
Enjoy an unforgettable weekend of fun, games and celebration at the Museum of London Docklands as they host a FREE weekend celebration of the Chinese New Year. The Year of the Pig is right around the corner, so pop between 11 am – 4 pm on … [Read more...]
New Bill’s Greenwich Supper Club
January 14, 2019 By
Bill’s are launching cosy and intimate nights with their new Supper Club. Each evening is an opportunity to socialise with fellow diners to enjoy their love of good food, wine & conversation. The first evening focuses on Veganuary and explores the … [Read more...]
Check into Club Duvet
January 3, 2019 By
The Festival of Sleep Day is for people, i.e. parents like you and me or anyone really who would like to get some “shut eye” and relaxation after the Christmas holidays. With all the craziness of Christmas shopping, presents, kitchen mayhem and the New … [Read more...]
This Veganuary at Bill’s Restaurant Greenwich
December 20, 2018 By
Celebrating the lovely world of plants, we are joining in Veganuary this year and have a glorious menu starting from 10th January. We still have plenty of vegan and veggie dishes on all year for those who can’t wait until then. View our regular menus … [Read more...]
Is Your School Top Of The Class?
December 17, 2018 By
Pat yourself on the back Greenwich parents as the Department for Education (DfE) has published 2018's SAT’s results, with Conway Primary, Meridian Primary and Our Lady of Grace Catholic Primary, joint top three in the borough with a whopping 90% The … [Read more...]
The Snow Ball and Little Elves at Oxygen Freejumping
December 17, 2018 By
It's the one you’ve all been waiting for! Our Christmas party is going to be a cracking show with all the trimmings, perfect for the family. We have not one, but TWO festive fun filled events taking place. The Little Elves This one is for all … [Read more...]
Bad Brownie
November 24, 2018 By
For the Badest Brownie in town look no further than our recipe below. Perfect for when you've got a real craving for chocolate. As it contains so much! Chuck in a tot of whiskey, Brandy or Baileys for a very naughty twist! You'll Need 185g unsalted … [Read more...]
Greenwich White Ribbon Day 2018
November 24, 2018 By
White Ribbon UK was founded in 2005. The Mission: To end male violence against women, once and for all. If you are being abused seeking help can be hard. You may feel there's nowhere to turn or that no-one will take you seriously. There is help … [Read more...]
Am I The Grinch of Greenwich.
November 24, 2018 By
My nickname at home around this time of year is "The Grinch", Grinch of Greenwich. I’m not Grinchy. I just like Christmas a certain way and that's stylish. I hate tacky decorations, and I don’t care much for Lametta. I like things just so and if that … [Read more...]
Gin Of The Month…
November 2, 2018 By
Our Gin of the month this November is Martin Millers Gin, a pot distilled gin using two separate distillations and blended with Icelandic Spring Water, giving the gin a unique balance of citrus and juniper. Rivington will be offering these cocktails … [Read more...]
Let The October Half Term Battle Begin
October 22, 2018 By
Tin hats at the ready as we find ourselves heading straight into the October half-term holidays. Again... It's usually this holiday and the February half term that creeps up on me. You, of course, may be wondering how I let this happen, given that we … [Read more...]
Enjoy London’s Museums At Night
October 11, 2018 By
Museums at Night festival sees venues all across the UK open their doors for exciting evening events and spectacular night-time displays. You get to see and experience our beautiful museums and galleries in a very different way with … [Read more...]
Celebrate Chocolate Week
October 11, 2018 By
So here it is chocolate fans, the week of all weeks. Chocolate Week! 15th - 22nd of October. That's seven full days of pure indulgement. Wispa, Dairy Milk, Topic, Crunchie, Twix, Mars, Snickers KitKat, Green & Blacks. OMG, so many bars so little … [Read more...]
October is Walk to School Month
October 1, 2018 By
October is Walk to School Month - Which is an excellent opportunity for children to join hundreds of thousands of other pupils across the world in celebrating the daily walk to school. Sadly new figures released by DfT in September 2018) revealed that … [Read more...]