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Fresh pasta delivered to your door by Nonna Tonda

The pandemic has brought lots of struggles to many, but some entrepreneurs have managed to turn things around by being inventive and innovative. James and Rebecca recently had to close Nonna Tonda, their pasta restaurant in London, so thought they could deliver their fresh pasta pasta to people instead. Each week they now deliver hand rolled fresh pasta and delicious homemade sauces to…
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Books

Picture Book of the month: The Tower Bridge Cat & The Baby Whale

I’m in love with anything that features my adoptive city, London. I have often covered my favourite books about London and I am now excited about the launch of a new children’s book set at Tower Bridge: The Tower Bridge Cat & The Baby Whale. This ‘tail’ is perfect for primary school children, or pre-school children as a bedtime story – with wonderful illustrations that follow Bella…
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Movies

Future Films Heads Up: Disney & Pixar's Soul out in cinemas on 20 November 2020

What is it that makes you…YOU? Pixar Animation Studios’ all-new feature film Soul introduces Joe Gardner (voice of Jamie Foxx) – a middle-school band teacher who gets the chance of a lifetime to play at the best jazz club in town. But one small misstep takes him from the streets of New York City to The Great Before – a fantastical place where new souls get their personalities, quirks and…
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Party tips

How to plan the perfect post-pandemic wedding

Couples around the world have faced the heartbreak of having to cancel their long-anticipated weddings due to the global Coronavirus pandemic. Now, as the world slowly reopens and the UK government allows small weddings, you might be considering rescheduling your special day. With the wedding landscape now considerably different from the way it was before, you might find it a challenge to plan…
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Movies

DVD Review: Emma.

Jane Austen’s nineteenth-century comedy on misguided matchmaking and romantic mishaps gets a refreshing update in the heartwarming and witty Emma. available now on Digital, Blu-ray™ and DVD from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.  The story Hailed as “a decadent, fondant-swaddled delight” (Independent), the wickedly funny film chronicles the privileged but well-meaning young Emma…
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Movies

Blu-Ray Review: Cleanin' up the town: Remembering Ghostbusters

Cleanin’ up the town: Remembering Ghostbusters is the ultimate behind-the-scenes documentary that showcases the making of the original 1984 Ghostbusters and pays a lovely tribute to the whole creative team and cast behind today’s global phenomenon. It’s out in the UK on Blu-Ray now, and in US on Crackle TV. It’s a MUST-HAVE Blu-Ray for fans and cinema goers as well as for curious…
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Movies

DVD Review: Dolitte starring Robert Downey Jr. & Antonio Banderas

Robert Downey Jr. and Antonio Banderas go head to head in this unique new version of DOLITTLE. London Mums and kids’ club have got hold of this quirky family movie which is available on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital Download now! Check out our verdict and more content here.  (from left) Dr. John Dolittle (Robert Downey Jr.) and parrot Polynesia (Emma Thompson) in Dolittle…
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Party tips

7 Tips for planning the perfect wedding reception

There’s plenty that goes into planning the ceremony part of your wedding, from the dress to the venue, flower arrangements, bridesmaids and groomsmen and the rings and everything else in between. But for most of your guests, the reception is the part that everybody is really looking forward to. The wedding reception is the perfect opportunity for everybody important in your lives to be brought…
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Party tips

Keeping it hands-free: 6 Reasons for hiring a full-time service event caterer

I am a big fan of house parties but often the catering side of things stresses me out because, as an Italian, I want my guests to enjoy food and drinks as much as the entertainment. Regardless of the size of my event, I believe in outsourcing. Hiring a catering service can make a big difference in the party experience. Parties are supposed to be fun, but when you are the host and are responsible…
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Movies

10 minutes with actress Lara McDonnell on Disney's Artemis Fowl out now

Artemis Fowl is Disney’s first movie released during the pandemic. It’s a science fantasy adventure family film based on the beloved 2001 teen novel by Eoin Colfer. The story follows the journey of 12-year-old genius Artemis Fowl as he finds himself in a battle of strength and cunning against a powerful, hidden race of fairies who may be behind his father’s disappearance. Artemis Fowl is…
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