Opting for the cheapest engineering firm to save a few pounds? Massive mistake. There’s nothing worse than an engineering firm that confuses blueprints with a toddler’s doodles. Sure, they might seem competent initially, but trust us, the cracks soon appear—both in their designs and your budget. Faulty blueprints lead to expensive delays and constant rework. […]
Read MoreLet’s face it, finding a good caterer in London is harder than spotting a taxi in the rain. One minute you’re dreaming of Michelin-star canapés, the next you’re facing down a soggy sausage roll. This is why we’ve done the legwork (and the taste-testing, someone had to do it) to bring you the definitive guide […]
Read MoreLast year’s worst rains saw me perched atop a ladder that wobbled with each gust of wind, trying to fix a leak in my roof. I had just binge-watched a series of DIY house renovations and was convinced I could do the job myself. Spoiler alert: I didn’t. Several hours, one punctured water pipe, a […]
Read MoreWhen I graduated from university, I believed that having my boyfriend’s name inked on my rear end was a gesture of everlasting love. As time passed, a painful breakup ensued, and I also found a new partner who wasn’t exactly thrilled about the tattoo. Consequently, I found myself looking into tattoo removal shops. Who knew […]
Read MoreEver tried learning the cha-cha from a YouTube tutorial? A little word of advice: don’t. I’ve tried it once in my flat, desperately trying to mimic the moves of the instructor, who seemed to be part professional dancer, part contortionist, and all inhumanly flexible. With my dog as my only witness, I managed to trip […]
Read MoreI remember the first time I found myself face-to-face with a real estate broker so disorganised that he made a hamster on a caffeine binge look composed. It was when I ventured out for my first dream flat in the heart of London. There I was, trying to laugh while listening to Geoffrey ramble on […]
Read MoreTired of your skincare routine being more toxic than a Twitter feud? Well, your search for ethically sourced organic beauty ends here! We searched the streets of London (and yes, dodged a few rogue cabs) to bring you the ultimate guide to the best organic beauty shops. From posh boutiques to quirky apothecaries, these are […]
Read MoreWhen I decided to tackle my garden with gardening gloves, a rusty trowel, and the thought of replicating the gardens on my Pinterest board, my initial enthusiasm quickly wilted faster than the sunflowers I had planted. Before I knew it, the grass grew tall enough to consider applying for its own postcode, and the rose […]
Read MoreEver found yourself binge-watching “Botched” and thinking, “Thank goodness that’s not me”? Same here! There’s something about seeing those mishaps that just makes you swear off any enhancement forever. But of course, sometimes we catch ourselves thinking we’d be the next hot thing if only our noses were a little… you know, better. I certainly […]
Read MoreIf the words “souvenir shop” conjure images of tacky trinkets and overpriced teacups, prepare to have your mind blown. London’s souvenir shops offer far better options than that! We’re talking Sherlock Holmes-themed goodies that would make the detective himself proud and punk rock memorabilia that captures the city’s rebellious spirit. Don’t believe us? Let us […]
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