Each year, for our anniversary, we go to The Lakes Hotel and Spa, and while there go out for food nearby. Dann picked out Baha Bowness, which was right near another restaurant we quite enjoyed, as a new place to try out. Their food looked good, a nice Korean-fusion going on, and it didn’t match that of the pubs that can be found in the area – which is exactly what we were looking for. The general vibes were great – fantastic music and good staff. It’s also a dog friendly venue, which works well with all of the people walking their dogs along the lake. They also have live music on a lot of the nights, if that’s something you’re into.
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Unicorns & Rainbow Wreath with Sweet Designs by Jennie
Each month, Amelia and I have a little mother-daughter time going to a cupcake class in Essex, which is lead by Sweet Designs by Jennie. We’ve been going to a few different wreath classes, which are a more free-style cake decorating classes. Instead of a half dozen cupcakes, we decorate ten, and the idea is to make a bunch of little decorations and then add them wherever you want really! We started off the class, as usual, with all the cupcakes already baked and cooked and all of the frosting and fondant already out and ready.
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Finding Colorful Penguins at Waddle-On-Sea
The weather has been fantastic lately, so we have been by the seaside! We went with our whole family on Friday, but our focus was collecting sea glass, having a picnic, and exploring arcades. While there, Dann and I spotted a few colorful penguins, so decided to come back on our own at the weekend so that we could find some more. We came along with one of our friends, as there was a Pokemon event on, so we could collect some seaside Pokemon and spot some penguins! This penguin trail was Waddle-On-Sea, a yearly event that takes place from the start of July until the start of September, providing a trail of Penguins throughout Southend-on-Sea and Leigh-on-Sea!
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Lightweight Korean skincare to prep for warmer days
During colder months, it makes perfect sense to layer on richer moisturisers, balms, and occlusive creams. They help lock in moisture when central heating and cold air strip it away. But as the weather warms up, those same products can start to feel claggy, clogging your pores and sitting heavily on the skin.
That’s when you know it’s time to switch from protecting your skin from dryness to supporting it through increased oil production and environmental stress, like sweat, humidity, and UV exposure. Thick products can trap heat, disrupt your skin’s natural balance, and make existing breakouts or inflammation worse.
This is the perfect moment to turn to Korean skincare. Known for its light textures, layered hydration, and skin-soothing ingredients, it’s incredibly well-suited to warmer months. Rather than relying on one thick cream, Korean routines focus on building moisture gradually, with watery toners, gel creams, and lightweight emulsions that absorb quickly without leaving a greasy residue.
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Backyard Food Business? Here’s How to Stay Clean & Legal
Turning your love for home-cooked meals or sweet treats into a backyard food business feels exciting. You want to share your recipes and maybe make some money, too.
Yet, every homemade brownie or savory pie comes with its own set of rules when you sell it to the public.
Food safety basics cannot be skipped. From keeping things spotless to following local laws, small changes help keep both your kitchen and customers safe.
Ready for practical steps that keep you clean and legal? Read along for clear advice that helps you stay on track.
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