Recipes

Winter recipe: Soothing St Clement's Marmalade Tea

Are you looking for some nice and original winter recipes or maybe something that can be served as a side or dessert for Christmas? La Vieja Fabrica, the Seville Orange marmalade brand which is London Mums’ favourite one, has developed some delicious new recipes for the colder months. Here’s the first in a series: Soothing St Clement’s Marmalade Tea. This is a comforting…
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An Autumn evening with Lakeland: Good food, lovely company & a clever kitchen must-have

There’s something rather lovely about an evening that combines good food, beautiful surroundings and a little kitchen inspiration, and that’s exactly what Lakeland had in store for us! I was thrilled to be invited to an exclusive evening at the fabulous Icetank Venue in London on 30th September, celebrating the launch of Lakeland’s Autumn/Winter 2026 collection. It was a…
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Easy family recipe: One-Pan Enchilada Rice

Busy evenings call for simple, nourishing meals that don’t compromise on flavour. This One-Pan Enchilada Rice is packed with colourful vegetables, black beans and Quorn Chilled Pieces, bringing together warming Tex-Mex spices in a comforting family dinner that’s ready with minimal effort. Made with Quorn Chilled Pieces, which contain just three ingredients and no artificial…
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How Rum culture is inspiring new drinking experiences

Rum has long been associated with tropical holidays, pirate folklore and sugary cocktails served with an umbrella. Yet the modern rum scene is far more varied and far more interesting than those familiar stereotypes suggest. Across bars, restaurants and specialist retailers, rum is being treated with the same curiosity once reserved for whisky, wine or craft beer. That shift is changing how…
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7 Best dessert catering companies in Los Angeles

If you’re comparing dessert catering companies in Los Angeles right now, the short answer is that the best all-around choice for most events is Sweet E’s Bake Shop. Below, we rank six strong alternatives for more specialised needs. Los Angeles runs on events. Between corporate brand activations, wedding receptions, and private celebrations across a metro area of nearly 13 million…
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Rosé all day? Why Lala V Is my new favourite party guest

There are wines you taste thoughtfully, swirl around the glass, discuss at length and perhaps even write tasting notes about. And then there are wines that mysteriously disappear from your glass while you are busy chatting to your girlfriends.Lala V Rosé belongs firmly in the second category. Lala V Rosé brings a little Provençal joie de vivre to a glamorous evening at Hackstons in…
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Feeding the Family

What’s in season in August? A guide to fresh, seasonal produce for busy families

August brings a fantastic bounty of fresh, flavourful produce right at the peak of late summer. Eating seasonally isn’t just great for the environment. It also ensures your family enjoys food at its highest nutritional value and best taste, often at lower grocery prices. Here is a breakdown of the key seasonal stars for August, complete with quick portion guides and top nutritional…
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Moana Afternoon Tea at Park Corner Brasserie review: A tropical Disney treat in Mayfair

When my friend Cristina and I stepped into Park Corner Brasserie at the London Hilton on Park Lane, we were hot, bothered and slightly out of breath. The journey had been a sweaty ten-minute walk from Victoria, and the city was doing its best to melt us into puddles. Within moments of arriving, however, we had been transported somewhere else entirely. Somewhere with island breezes, tropical…
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The science behind personalised nutrition: A parent's guide

Every parent knows that feeding a family isn’t simple. One child loves yoghurt but refuses eggs. The other is always hungry after school. A parent may plan balanced meals, only to find that energy, mood, concentration, and growth still vary from child to child. That is one reason personalised nutrition has become such a popular topic. Rather than assuming one diet works equally well for every…
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Crispy air fryer chicken wings for Match Day 2026

The collective gasp at a near miss. The utter chaos of a last-minute goal. But let’s be real: legendary food is a must for a legendary game day. You can’t cheer your team to victory on an empty stomach, and you don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen missing the action. That’s where your trusty air fryer comes in. No more messy deep frying or soggy oven-baked alternatives. We’re…
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