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Colonel Saab x Clueless: An inspired pre-Theatre Indian dining experience
Jun 04 2025- Monica Costa
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A stone’s throw from the Trafalgar Theatre, Colonel Saab offers one of London’s most captivating pre-theatre Indian dining experiences – a lush and sensory journey through India’s rich culinary landscape, now cleverly intertwined with a touch of 90s Hollywood whimsy. To mark the arrival of Clueless: The Musical in the West End, Colonel Saab has launched a limited-edition five-course menu (£60 per person), blending bold Indian flavours with playful nods to the cult film. This immersive experience is the result of a creative collaboration between the restaurant and the producers of Clueless, and it’s nothing short of a theatrical performance in its own right – on a plate.
Clueless: The Musical – A High-School romp with 90s charm and mixed melodies
Jun 04 2025- Monica Costa
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“As if!” – the immortal catchphrase that once dominated teenage vernacular is back, this time reborn on the West End stage. Clueless: The Musical, the bright, breezy adaptation of the 1995 cult classic film starring Alicia Silverstone and a baby-faced Paul Rudd, has landed in London’s Trafalgar Theatre – and it’s serving up a heavy dose of Valley Girl nostalgia with a side of glittery satire. For an easy going night out on my birthday it was fun and light-hearted. Just what I wanted and needed.
Footie Cakes and Face Prints: Are ASDA’s Big Day Cakes a Hit or a Miss?
Jun 03 2025- Monica Costa
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Personalised cakes have become a staple of modern celebrations, and Big Day Cakes (the photo cakes in ASDA stores) — offers a no-frills, fast-track way to print your chosen photo (now including official Premier League team logos) directly onto a sponge cake. But how well does this service stack up when you strip away the marketing gloss? Here’s London Mums’ honest take on the pros and cons of Footie Cakes, complete with feedback from our community of London mums who’ve given it a try.
Restaurant Review: Banana Tree, O2 Arena
May 31 2025- Monica Costa
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For London families looking to combine an exciting day out with a satisfying, flavour-packed meal, Banana Tree at the O2 Arena offers a compelling culinary stop. Situated next to the entrance of the iconic dome itself, this vibrant eatery delivers Pan-Asian fusion cuisine in an urban-industrial setting that’s both welcoming and full of energy.
This was our second visit to Banana Tree, and once again, it lived up to expectations – if not exceeded them. We just finished climbing the O2, and needed a break from browsing the outlet village, so we stopped here to fuel up and have a long and relaxing chat.
Exercises to pair with a Postpartum Belt for faster recovery
May 31 2025- Monica Costa
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After giving birth, the mother’s body goes through many major changes, such as stretched abdominal muscles, back pain, and fatigue. Taking care of a baby along with limited rest time makes the recovery process slower. During this period, gentle exercises will help you improve muscle strength and promote better recovery. At the same time, support tools such as postpartum belts will help mothers reduce pressure on the lower back and effectively fix the abdominal muscles. Let’s explore postpartum exercises to combine with postpartum belts for a smoother recovery journey!
