tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47874826713881314502024-03-13T09:29:55.564+00:00A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous LifeA Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-55179807821225234342012-12-06T12:40:00.001+00:002012-12-06T12:43:52.319+00:00The Breakfast Club<h2>
Breakfast at 'The Club'</h2>
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So we may have been a bit slow on the uptake when it came to <a href="http://www.thebreakfastclubcafes.com/" target="_blank">The Breakfast Club</a>, but we had been <i>meaning</i> to go for ages. In the end we made it happen on Sunday - a full fat fry up followed by a browse around <a href="http://www.spitalfields.co.uk/?utm_source=vs&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=vs" target="_blank">Spitalfields</a>, a sneaky <a href="http://www.hummingbirdbakery.com/" target="_blank">Hummingbird</a> cupcake stop off and then a tube ride down to Oxford Street <a href="http://www.topshop.com/" target="_blank">Topshop</a>.<br />
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Luckily, we arrived early(ish) and so missed the half-past-11-last-minute-rush. Although thankfully for these cold little souls, waiters bought out shots of hot coffee at regular intervals...<br />
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We did have to queue for a little bit though, which gave me the perfect opportunity to get snap happy with the decor<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jenna - not part of the decor but beautifully eye-catching all the same!</td></tr>
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We were soon warmed up with teas coffees and made our naughty selections. Senorita Annie opted for the <a href="http://www.thebreakfastclubcafes.com/brunch/" target="_blank">Chorizo fry up</a>, Jenna the <a href="http://www.thebreakfastclubcafes.com/brunch/" target="_blank">All American</a> pancake and syrup special and I went to town with the good old fashioned <a href="http://www.thebreakfastclubcafes.com/brunch/" target="_blank">Full Monty</a>. The table descended into silence...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bigger sausages than Annie is used to - but they went down a treat!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nowhere near enough syrup on those pancakes yet Jenna</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Embarrassingly I managed to polish of the lot!</td></tr>
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Breakfast was cooked perfectly - juicy sausages, runny eggs, crispy bacon, delicious pancakes and all the trimmings... including a gigantic mushroom! <br />
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Feeling extremely full, and very happy with ourselves, we rolled out of our seats and off to <a href="http://www.spitalfields.co.uk/?utm_source=vs&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=vs" target="_blank">Spitalfields</a>.We looked around <a href="http://www.spitalfields.co.uk/?utm_source=vs&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=vs" target="_blank">the market</a> which had stalls filled with perfect Christmas presents and great little stocking fillers. <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/" target="_blank">MAC</a> and <a href="http://www.barbour.com/country-select" target="_blank">Barbour</a> were close by too, and so after trying on most of the wax jackets in the store, (and making mental notes of what was going on the Christmas list), we'd worked up a small appetite for something sweet... and very quickly nipped into the <a href="http://hummingbirdbakery.com/" target="_blank">Hummingbird Bakery</a> before making our way to <a href="http://www.topshop.com/" target="_blank">Topshop</a>!<br />
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<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/52/1595041/restaurant/Aldgate/The-Breakfast-Club-London"><img alt="The Breakfast Club on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/1595041/minilink.gif" style="border: none; height: 36px; padding: 0px; width: 130px;" /></a>A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-66823035396450361562012-12-05T09:33:00.000+00:002012-12-05T09:33:55.639+00:00Christmas Yule Log<h2>
Christmas Yule Log</h2>
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So this week I have decided to start trying out a few Christmas recipes in time to perfect them in time for our flurry of guests throughout the coming month.<br />
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First on the list was my personal favourite festive treat; The Chocolate Yule Log. Needless to say it went down a storm with Nick and the in-laws, and Bella even sat still long enough to watch me from her high chair (enjoying a rusk)... which goes to show how quick and easy it is.<br />
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You will need <br />
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<li>3 eggs</li>
<li>75g Caster Sugar</li>
<li>75g Self Raising Flour</li>
<li>200g Icing Sugar </li>
<li>35g Green and Blacks Cocoa ( you can use any cocoa but G&B's is the best!!)</li>
<li>200g Softened butter</li>
<li>1 tablespoon Cocoa </li>
<li>1 tsp milk </li>
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Preheat oven to 200 C<br />
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Line a long thin baking tray with baking parchment and grease around the outside also.<br />
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Whisk together your sugar and butter in a large bowl using an electric whisk.<br />
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Sieve in your flour and fold in to the mixture. Then do the same with your cocoa.<br />
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Spread over your baking parchment and bake for 10 mins.<br />
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Remove from oven, allow sponge to cool and tip out onto a tea towel on your kitchen surface. Trim off any crispy edges.<br />
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Next prepare your butter-cream icing by mixing together your butter, icing sugar and milk together in a bowl until smooth. If you want the inside of your yule log to be chocolatey, add the tablespoon of cocoa powder too.<br />
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Spread a very thin layer of your butter-cream icing over the sponge and simply roll over until you make your log shape.<br />
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Using a pallet knife, cover the log in the remaining butter-cream (if you left the cocoa powder out above, you can add it in here) and once the whole thing is covered, flick the topping up with a fork to add some hedgehog spikes and then dust a small amount of icing sugar over the top using a sieve. <br />
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Et Voila... Tempting and chocolatey and ready for you to decorate with holly, berries and fluffy Christmas robins! <br />
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-73309066743374697472012-11-30T12:07:00.001+00:002012-11-30T12:11:18.608+00:00Spice Market<h2>
Spice Market @ W Hotel, London</h2>
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Today I have woken up <i>wishing</i> I had asked for a doggy bag of the food we were far too full to finish last night. Instead I'll spend the day picking at Digestives and Kettle Chips.<br />
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Some of the reviews I had read about <a href="http://www.spicemarketlondon.co.uk/index.php" target="_blank">Spice Market</a> didn't fill me with confidence, but perhaps those critics visited on a bad day, or the restaurant has improved as I couldn't fault the service, food or ambiance! <br />
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To start the night, I met my dear friend Kate in the W Hotel bar. You get to the bar via the main hotel entrance - perhaps the only hotel where you'll have to line up and be checked off of a guest list before you're let in... I wasn't sure if I was queuing for a hotel or a nightclub!<br />
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Kate was waiting for me upstairs in the bar; to my delight with a glass of champagne (apologies for dark photos - I seem to make a habit of going to places with no lights and just an iPhone!!).<br />
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After a couple of drinks, we headed back downstairs to the restaurant -<a href="http://www.spicemarketlondon.co.uk/index.php" target="_blank"> Spice Market.</a> Surprisingly, for a Thursday night it was not overloaded with diners, and we were very happy with our little table right in front of the chefs.<br />
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To start with, we had the Crispy Pork Belly, Tamarind Nuoc Cham and the Crab Dumplings that came with Sugar Snap Peas and aromatic spices. They didn't disappoint - both were absolutely delicious.<br />
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We were so full that we couldn't get through everything, but the spices and flavours were amazing. We had a delicious bottle of Sauvignon Blanc and finished the evening on a sneaky glass of Champagne before making our way home in the bitter cold weather. Winter has definitely arrived!<br />
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Babies Christmas Gift List</h2>
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With Bella's first Christmas soon approaching I've had several friends and family asking for her Christmas Wish List, so this afternoon we sat down together with warm milk and cookies (okay... rusks) to get in the festive spirit and browse all that Santa has to offer. This is what we came up with...<br />
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<a href="http://www.kiddicare.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/productdisplayA_38_10751_-1_15055_135346_10001_14055" target="_blank">The Fisher Price Jumperoo Zoo</a> has to be the ultimate baby activity centre and an amazing Christmas gift from a very special Grandparent or Auntie<br />
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Miffy played a large part in my childhood and so I absolutely loved finding all these retro bunny gifts.... <a href="http://www.miffyshop.co.uk/miffy-stacking-rings.html" target="_blank">Lovely Brightly coloured stacking rings</a> are sure to catch your little ones eye and this little <a href="http://www.miffyshop.co.uk/miffy-christmas-plush.html" target="_blank">Limited Edition Christmas Miffy</a> is a cute keepsake.<br />
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All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth!! Unfortunately as teeth are on their way we wont be able to go without a <a href="http://funkygiraffebibs.co.uk/spotty-stocking-white-658" target="_blank">dribble bib</a> but these ones feels festive at least....<br />
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The sleeping bag is definitely a baby must have, it eliminates the risk of suffocation with blankets and keeps your sleeping beauty uber cozy. This is a lovely festive choice and a really <a href="http://www.my1styears.com/baby-christmas-gifts/rudolph-sleeping-bag-red-and-white-stripes.html" target="_blank">practical baby gift for someone</a> and can also be personalised for extra brownie points.<br />
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Also comes in this beautiful gift box complimentary of <a href="http://www.my1styears.com/" target="_blank">My 1st Years.</a><br />
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On the subject of personalised gifts, these <a href="http://www.gonedigging.co.uk/unusual-childrens-gifts/personalised-childrens-books/?source=adwords&kw=personalised%20baby%20books&gclid=CMz77__I7bMCFYXLtAodZHEAhg" target="_blank">personalised books</a> are a great idea, there's something special about books from your childhood and they will be treasured forever. Bella absolutely LOVES Peppa Pig so this particular <a href="http://www.gonedigging.co.uk/unusual-childrens-gifts/personalised-childrens-books/peppa-goes-to-your-childs-christmas-party/" target="_blank">story of Peppa</a> going to her Christmas Party is bound to be a hit!!<br />
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Bathtime and Bubbles are big in our house so <a href="http://www.gltc.co.uk/babys-bathtime-bubble-maker//gltc/fcp-product/10000000482" target="_blank">Bathtime bubbles</a> are pure genius!!<br />
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And not forgetting the perfect outfit for the Big Day itself...Nothing says Christmas like a little lady in red! We love these dresses that are cosy and Christmassy whilst not breaking the bank...<br />
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This <a href="http://www.mothercare.com/Mothercare-Red-Pinny/LW8914,default,pd.html" target="_blank">cute red pinny </a>can be matched with most basics Bella has in her wardrobe and at £11 it's a great buy<br />
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For the lover of bows, <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/g655572s2" target="_blank">this pretty dress</a> comes with a pair of stripy tights to keep little legs warm when... (Baby) it's Cold Outside<br />
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Team with <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/g655572s4" target="_blank">a Next red cardigan </a>- one can never have enough Christmas bows (£10)<br />
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With Christmas just around the corner, time is running out to load your loved ones with pressies. Have a look at some of our amazing gifts below and get shopping before Santa beats you to it! <br />
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An Extra Special Treat for Mum </h4>
Spoil her with this little gem and you'll definitely get extra roast potatoes at the Christmas dinner table! <br />
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Perfect for the Best Friend, Sister or Sneaky Treat for Yourself </h4>
Okay, it's a bit pricey but we absolutely love this <a href="http://www.go-british.co.uk/giftguru_en/luxury-gift-ideas-for-ladies/luxury-gift-ideas-for-women-who-has-everything/miquella-bracellet-gold-black-2-011bl.html" target="_blank">Miquella Bracelet </a><br />
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<span class="regular-price" id="product-price-2385"><span class="price">This </span></span><a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/lisaangeljewellery/product/personalised-mini-gem-and-star-bracelet" target="_blank">Personalised Mini Gem And Star Bracelet </a>by <a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/lisaangeljewellery">Lisa Angel</a><span id="price"><span class="currency_GBP" data-base-price="12.00" data-current-price="12.00"><span class="price_unit"> is great for any occasion. You can customise with a hand-stamped initial and it comes in a variety of colours with a choice of silver or gold stars</span></span></span></div>
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A Smart Gift for your City Slicker</h4>
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Protect his pride and joy in a sophisticated <a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/freeloadaccessories/product/antique-brown-ipad-case" target="_blank">Brown Leather Ipad Case </a></div>
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<span id="price"><span class="currency_GBP" data-base-price="59.00" data-current-price="59.00"><span class="big_price">These</span></span></span><a href="http://www.go-british.co.uk/men_en/category/new-arrivals/paul-smith-cufflinks-gold-spiders-cuff-bugs-4.html" target="_blank"> Paul Smith Spider Cufflinks</a><span class="regular-price" id="product-price-2301"><span class="price"> also come in a buzzing wasp design if the below are a bit too creepy crawly for you... </span></span><br />
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The 'Kevin and Perry' Nephew</h4>
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Perfect for little fingers... <a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/cocoapod/product/chocolate-funnyfaces" target="_blank">Chocolate Do It Yourself Funny Faces</a></div>
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Buying for Babies</h4>
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What Christmas is all about! How irresistible is the new <a href="http://www.thewhitecompany.com/baby-elephant-collection/" target="_blank">Elephant Collection</a> from The White Company? From nursery goods to PJs have a look and take your pick!</div>
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<i>Almost </i>Too Pretty to Eat</h4>
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A gift for granny, or a ballet fanatic? We don't care who you buy them for, but they're too pretty to ignore! </div>
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<a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/biscuiteers/product/nutcracker-christmas-biscuit-tin" target="_blank">Nutcracker Christmas Biscuit Tin</a></div>
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A forever keepsake in this truly British <a href="http://www.go-british.co.uk/lifestyle_en/category/cushions-and-throws/tinker-tailor-hanging-union-jack-crown.html" target="_blank">Tinker Tailor Hanging Union Jack Crown</a><br />
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A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-79491397826762492652012-11-21T09:44:00.000+00:002012-11-23T09:48:02.409+00:00Abel and Cole<h2>
Doorstep Drop Off</h2>
A few months ago, thanks to a very, very dear friend I discovered what is now quite possibly one of my favourite companies on the planet... <a href="http://www.abelandcole.co.uk/" target="_blank">Abel and Cole</a>.<br />
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As soon as I logged on to <a href="http://www.abelandcole.co.uk/" target="_blank">their website</a> I was converted, and every Monday I am now the extremely delighted recipient of a delicious variety of seasonal, organic veg. And who wouldn't find Monday mornings more bearable when you wake up to a great big cardboard box full of goodies sitting in the porch!<br />
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One of the winning factors for me is the ease of use of <a href="http://www.abelandcole.co.uk/" target="_blank">their website</a>. It is so fool proof that even I manage to select my likes and dislikes, choose the dates I'll be on holiday (and so won't need a delivery), flick through the <a href="http://www.abelandcole.co.uk/recipes" target="_blank">endless recipes</a> and add bits and bobs onto the back of my main order.<br />
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We have the<a href="http://www.abelandcole.co.uk/small-veg-box" target="_blank"> small veg box</a> which is £9 and plenty for the two of us. The weekly boxes are always varied which gives me the perfect excuse to try out new recipes (not <i>always</i> successful... as Robbie will vouch for) and it also makes sure we're eating more of our 5 a day!<br />
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You can log into the site in advance and change your order if there's something you don't like, or you know you need something extra. And it's not just veggies! There's a whole range of food and drink - all fresh and organic. <br />
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This was yesterday's delivery (and yes some of the items do arrive looking like they've just been pulled out of the ground, but this is to keep them fresh and to try and prevent any transit-bruising):<br />
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If there's ever a vegetable that someone might not be as familiar with using as they are with the good ole' carrots or broccoli, they even pop in a handy little guide like they did for this little aubergine...<br />
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We got an extra present for free (sometimes the nice people at Abel and Cole do that) - a mini mince pie. Unfortunately I scoffed it before I remembered to get my phone out and take a snap. My first mince pie of the season!<br />
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In keeping with the Christmas spirit, they'd included a Christmas booklet. As well as showcasing the wines and foods they sell online, there were some great Christmas recipe ideas too...<br />
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As well as fulfilling my vegetable dreams, Abel and Cole are also very particular when it comes to being eco-friendly. Not only can you leave your empty boxes on the porch each week for collection (they use them again), but they also have some very 'cool' cooler-bag ideas too...<br />
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This week I'd found their <a href="http://www.abelandcole.co.uk/recipes/chilli-crab-spaghetti" target="_blank">Chilli Crab Spaghetti recipe</a> online, and ordered a few extra bits to make it. I'll post it up once its cooked. This is the crab meat that arrived in the above cool bag, nice and... cool :-)<br />
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-58838335659042302842012-11-20T19:11:00.002+00:002012-11-21T18:17:19.494+00:00Burger and Lobster<h2>
Lobster or Burger?</h2>
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Adult-sized bibs, no menus, delicious wine and a choice of only 3 mains... yes, it can only be <a href="http://www.burgerandlobster.com/" target="_blank">Burger and Lobster.</a><br />
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The girls and I ventured into town this weekend (for a browse around <a href="http://www.spitalfields.co.uk/?utm_source=vs&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=vs" target="_blank">Spitalfields market</a>), and ended up heading to Burger and Lobster in Soho for dinner. Having missed the opportunity to blog about this the first time we visited, I wasn't about to let you suffer any longer, and so am here now to share the secret!<br />
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<a href="http://www.burgerandlobster.com/" target="_blank">Burger and Lobster</a> don't take any bookings, so it's a case of first come first served. When we arrived at around 6pm on Sunday the waiting list was for an hour, so after saddling up at the bar and tucking into a bottle of Sauvignon we were pleasantly surprised to hear our name called after twenty minutes.<br />
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There is no food menu. You have 3 choices - burger, lobster or lobster roll. Annie and I opted for the lobster, grilled with lemon and garlic dressing, and Jenna tucked into the burger.<br />
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The mains are all accompanied by a mini bucket of chips and a ceasar salad...<br />
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Mains are delicious, and although £20 for a burger isn't exactly cheap, £20 for the amount of lobster you get is great value for money... and the lemon and garlic dressing that accompanies the lobster is beyond amazing!<br />
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All three of us managed to polish off all of our mains - well we had been walking around London all day - but I <i>am</i> ashamed to say that we couldn't squeeze in a dessert. At least we've got an excuse to get back there soon!
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<a href="http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/52/1641848/restaurant/Mayfair/Burger-Lobster-London"><img alt="Burger & Lobster on Urbanspoon" src="http://www.urbanspoon.com/b/link/1641848/minilink.gif" style="border: none; height: 36px; padding: 0px; width: 130px;" /></a>A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-1945173430312249502012-11-19T20:30:00.001+00:002012-11-19T20:34:40.540+00:00Wedding Dresses<h2>
Shopping for a Little White Number</h2>
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I have to admit, I've never actually had a 'Muriel's Wedding' episode, where I've gone into a bridal shop (pretending to be engaged) and managed to drink the shop out of Champagne whilst trying on 90% of their stock (with a tear in my eye as I envision myself delicately sobbing into a tissue at speech time)... so when it came to me finding my wedding dress I didn't really have a clue what I was looking for.<br />
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At the beginning of my search, I had my heart set on something extravagant, with the thought 'I'm only gonna be doing this shizzle once, so it better be damn big!' The designer that seemed to answer all of my prayers was Ian Stuart, and I believed that these were definite contenders for strutting my stuff on the big day: <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rhapsodia Ian Stuart 2012 Killer Queen Collection</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sapphire Ian Stuart 2012 Killer Queen Collection</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Andalucia Ian Stuart 2013 Supernova Collection</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Atlantis Ian Stuart 2013 Supernova Collection</td></tr>
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If any of these amazing dresses take your fancy, you can get some more details on them and others from Mr Stuart's amazing collection<a href="http://www.limelightoccasions.co.uk/brides/ian-stuart.htm"> here.</a><br />
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However on trying some of these beautiful dresses (and they really are), I found myself leaning more and more towards a more fitted and slender style. Had I been getting married in an amazing country manor house then perhaps one of the above dresses would have fitted the bill, but as the wedding would be in the middle of London, and involved a bit of walking between venues - weather dependent - I was starting to look at dresses that reflected the overall theme of the day. On top of this, I started to think about what was really 'me' and this actually meant something more figure hugging and (being such a short a*se) less drowning. <br />
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So back to the shops I went...This time to a lovely boutique bridal shop in London - <a href="http://londonbridecouture.com/">London Bride Couture</a>. The ladies here are so welcoming and really make you feel at home (I was comfortable enough to try on practically the whole shop.) They've got a great selection of dresses from some great designers, and seem to be able to chop and change bits of any dress to suit your requirements. <br />
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Here are a few of the dresses that I tried and loved from <a href="http://londonbridecouture.com/">London Bride Couture</a>. The first three are by a designer called Intuzuri, and the last - Bali - a more fitted Ian Stuart number:<br />
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Two other brands that had me contemplating several wedding dress changes throughout the day were <a href="http://pronovias.co.uk/" target="_blank">Pronovias</a> and<a href="http://www.jennypackham.com/" target="_blank"> Jenny Packham</a>. Here are a few more dresses to wet your appetite! <br />
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Now only 8 months away from the wedding, I <i>think</i> I have found THE ONE, although I am yet to order it... the deadline is December! <br />
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I'll be posting the chosen dress after the big day.... just in case of any prying eyes! A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-6631804685919571402012-11-13T18:58:00.000+00:002012-11-21T18:21:12.760+00:00A Sunday at Embankment<h2>
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As Chief Bridesmaid and Usher, our dear friends Annie and Nick are subject to certain privileges (or chores as some may see them) prior to the wedding.<br />
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One of these was a sneak preview of our wedding venue last weekend. Robbie and I dragged the other happy couple up to Embankment for a guided tour around the venue of choice -<a href="http://www.guoman.com/hotels/united_kingdom/london/the_royal_horseguards/meetings_and_events/index.html" target="_blank"> One Whitehall Place</a>.<br />
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Of course, no afternoon in London is complete without afternoon tea, and feeling slightly worse-for-wear courtesy of <a href="http://mummywifeglamorouslife.blogspot.com/2012/11/fancy-dress-fundraiser.html" target="_blank">the previous evening</a>, we opted for the traditional menu at <a href="http://www.guoman.com/en/hotels/united_kingdom/london/the_royal_horseguards/index.html" target="_blank">The Royal Horseguards Hotel</a>, and forwent the Champagne ...did those words just come out of my mouth?!? (or fingers should I say).<br />
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The tea consisted of the expected but also included a couple of little surprises such as this rather delicious egg mayonnaise choux pastry<br />
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After 'unlimited refills' of sandwiches... cucumber, smoked salmon and cream cheese, coronation chicken, beef and horseradish... we moved onto our scones - obviously smothered with a healthy dose of cream and jam, and then onto the tantalising puds...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amazing flavours: Earl-Grey-chocolate-melt-in-the-middle-bomb-lollipop</td></tr>
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Somehow managing to heave ourselves out of the bed-like armchairs and away from the delicate strings of the harp we made our way across the hall to the wedding venue.<br />
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I'll save the wedding venue pics till after the big day next year... but you can see some of the function rooms <a href="http://www.guoman.com/hotels/united_kingdom/london/the_royal_horseguards/meetings_and_events/index.html">here.</a><br />
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Still feeling full, we took a stroll along the River to the church where we will be having the ceremony - <a href="http://www.duchyoflancaster.co.uk/duties-of-the-duchy/the-queens-chapel-of-the-savoy/" target="_blank">The Queen's Chapel of the Savoy</a>. Unfortunately - as expected - the chapel was closed, but we managed to get a peak of the newly landscaped courtyard area.<br />
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Having not eaten or drunk anything for the last hour, we were all starting to fade away and so had no option but to nip into the nearest watering hole to recharge. Luckily this happened to be one of Annie and my favourite bars at <a href="http://www.fairmont.com/savoy-london/special-offers/hotel-offers/promotions/everyones-an-original-winter-offer/?cmpid=google_svy_search-branded_branded-e&OVMTC=Exact&site=&creative=10680617940&OVKEY=the%20savoy&url_id=108987614&adpos=1t1&s_kwcid=TC|1025556|the%20savoy||S|e|10680617940&gclid=CM3B4cbW4LMCFQEd3godckEAaQ" target="_blank">The Savoy Hotel</a>.<br />
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Just before the bar there is a 'mini museum' with some interesting little additions such as this framed coin that was the first taken by the hotel in 1889... (and happened to be for a bottle of Champagne!)<br />
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After studying the extensive menu, soft drinks definitely seemed like a cop-out and hangovers were forgotten as we tucked into cocktails accompanied by the live pianist... (in the very dark bar area)<br />
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So of course we had to sample. It was a refreshing mix of gin, vodka, wines, syrup and Japanese Yuzu juice, which we could have sat drinking all night!<br />
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As well as the Skyfall, we also sampled the Piano Man; another refreshing mix that even included cucumber... the perfect cocktail to get you back into the swing of things!<br />
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-80199067896327789112012-11-12T20:12:00.003+00:002012-11-12T20:17:30.231+00:00Fancy Dress Fundraiser<h2 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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Having missed the chance to get dressed up for Halloween, we weren't about to let another opportunity pass us by! A good friend's fundraising event (he's walking the Wall of China for Help a London Child) meant we were able to get out our pins, pile on the glitter and stick on extra long lashes without looking<i> too</i> silly! </div>
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The party saw Little Red Riding Hood meet Mario and Luigi, James Bond get fresh with The Little Mermaid, and Ronald McDonald fall down a flight of stairs.</div>
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-65915676676324833522012-11-12T10:11:00.001+00:002012-11-12T20:15:07.164+00:00Charming<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Accessories are my absolute weakness, and this week I happened to stumble across these little diamonds from Topshop.<br />
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Before I knew it I'd filled my basket with enough shiny treasures to make a magpie drool, but at least I could feel guilt free in my splurge, as not only are <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CatalogNavigationSearchResultCmd?langId=-1&storeId=12556&catalogId=33057&beginIndex=1&viewAllFlag=false&pageSize=20&searchTermScope=3&searchTermOperator=LIKE&searchType=ALL&sort_field=Relevance&searchTerm=SHELTERBOX&intcmpid=W_HERO_HP_UK_WK11_SHELTERBOX" target="_blank">these little</a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=4787482671388131450" target="_blank"> beauties</a> very reasonably priced at just £2, but a pound from each sale goes straight to the charity Shelterbox..........which must mean excellent karma!<br />
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These <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=1&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=7722665&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208556&parent_categoryId=204484&pageSize=200&refinements=category~[210008|208556]&noOfRefinements=1" target="_blank">other little additions</a> just set off the arm <a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=4787482671388131450" target="_blank">candy</a> <a href="http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=4787482671388131450" target="_blank">cluster</a> just perfectly. And of course with Christmas just around the corner t<a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=1&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=6697519&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208556&parent_categoryId=204484&pageSize=200&refinements=category~[210008|208556]&noOfRefinements=1" target="_blank">hese make perfect stocking fillers.</a><br />
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A Cosy Christmas...</h2>
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Waking up to this view on a Friday morning can only mean one thing.... We definitely need a gardener.<br />
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But aside from that, our beech tree is gradually going balder than my step-dad and winter is on its way!<br />
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Which means there's no other option but to start digging out those cosy winter woollies. If you're struggling to find them at the back of the wardrobe, check out these new winter warmers and treat yourself before you have to start budgeting for Christmas pressies!!<br />
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Because everyone loves a cheesy Christmas jumper, especially of a polar bear in a Christmas hat! Also comes in Robin or Candycane designs. (<a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=8113002&langId=-1&categoryId=&searchTerm=POLAR&pageSize=20" target="_blank">Topshop UK</a>, <a href="http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33060&storeId=13052&productId=8112947&langId=-1&categoryId=&parent_category_rn=&searchTerm=23H23CBLK&resultCount=1" target="_blank">Topshop US</a>)<br />
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Supersoft and super Christmassy... do you need to know anything else? Buy on ASOS <a href="http://www.asos.com/Boutique-by-Jaeger/Boutique-by-Jaeger-Sarah-Fairisle-Sweater/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2454721&cid=2637&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=2&clr=Multi" target="_blank">here</a><br />
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For the Little Girl in you</h3>
Oasis pink and beige Nordic style jumper has answered all of your girly needs. Buy online <a href="http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Oasis+Nordic+sweater/176898309,default,pd.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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After spending two days listening to the endless drones of a man-flu victim, there was nothing else for it. If it kept him quiet for half an hour, I was going to slave away at the stove for twenty minutes to prepare his fave dinner - Cheesy Beef Tacos.<br />
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This recipe is SO quick and easy, looks the part and tastes restaurant quality! If you want to try it, here's what you'll need:<br />
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<li>1 onion, finely chopped</li>
<li>2tbsp tomato puree </li>
<li>2 garlic cloves, finely chopped </li>
<li>1tsp ground Cumin, 1tsp Chilli flakes, 1tsp hot Paprika</li>
<li>2 large tomatoes, chopped into small chunks</li>
<li>2 spring onions, finely chopped</li>
<li>Lettuce </li>
<li>A load of grated cheddar cheese</li>
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For the lettuce, I use baby gems as the leaves fit perfectly into the little taco shells...<br />
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Firstly, fry your onion and garlic in a little oil. Add the mince and brown all over. Then add your Cumin, Paprika, Chilli flakes, tomato puree and give it all a good stir.<br />
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Allow to cook for a few minutes to let the Mexican spices flavour the meat.<br />
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Meanwhile, prepare your taco shells so they are standing upright in an oven proof dish. Add the lettuce leaves something like this:<br />
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Pile the mince meat mixture into the taco shells. Sprinkle OVER-generously with your grated cheese, and pop in the oven till cheese is melted, glistening, and screaming out your name.<br />
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Add the chopped tomatoes and spring onion to the top of the tacos and stuff any gaps you can around the sides with spare tomato.<br />
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Grate on a little more cheese (one can never have too much). Place delicately on a plate with a lettuce leaf to make it look like a Ramsey creation and serve!<br />
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Oh, and don't forget to summon the flu patient before you polish them all off!A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-25584446464075914372012-11-05T16:00:00.000+00:002012-11-05T20:06:28.265+00:00Body Bling<h2>
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This truly amazing product really deserves its own post and I really don't think enough people in the UK know about it.<br />
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I first heard about <a href="http://www.hqhair.com/scott-barnes-body-bling-original/10302399.html" target="_blank">Scott Barnes Body Bling</a> when reading Victoria Beckham's style book 'That extra half an inch' so I decided to give it a go and see what VB was raving about, after all if it's good enough for her ....<br />
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Needless to say I've been completely hooked ever since! This glistening golden cream is applied just as a moisturiser so is super quick and fuss free and gives a lovely warm radiant tanned appearance to the skin. Apparently this wonder stuff is what's responsible for many of the celebs 'Hollywood Glow' and I can definitely see why! It even makes skin appear more supple and toned (something I find even more important now post baby) and if you're very clever you can use the cream to sculpt and contour certain areas of the body.<br />
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Urban Outfitters, biscuit pocket mug:</h3>
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Cool, Quirky and stops you 'accidentally' eating the whole packet infront of the box ( only 2 biscuits fit in the pocket). Great for Christmas pressies too! <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk/biscuit-pocket-mug/invt/5530400372007/&bklist=" target="_blank">Buy yours here</a>.<br />
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Giant Cupcake Pan:</h3>
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For making the King of all cupcakes, Lakeland sell a good one <a href="http://www.lakeland.co.uk/13072/Giant-Cupcake-Cake-Pan" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Slightly more affordable but still guaranteed to impress! Purchase in time for best friend's birthday cake<a href="http://www.lakeland.co.uk/16300/Giant-Silicone-Cupcake-Case" target="_blank"> here</a>.<br />
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Lucky Charms:</h3>
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An amazing little contraption that will save any 'your bit's bigger than mine' spats. Great for limiting the calorie intake too! Get yours from <a href="http://www.mocha.uk.com/cake-divider.html" target="_blank">Mocha</a><br />
<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-59829149741055243162012-11-02T09:51:00.001+00:002012-11-05T16:08:27.484+00:00About Us<h2>
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I thought I'd write a little intro about us as people often perceive this blog to be written by just one person when in fact there are two of us! One wife, one mummy and two glamorous lives... that is, when they're not otherwise engaged cleaning up after a Great Dane or changing babies nappies!<br />
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Amy M - aka 'The Wife' - is a Marketing Exec for a large corporate, and fiancee to Robbie her partner of 10 years, so when she's not working or blogging, she's busy planning her spectacular July 2013 wedding. Hen festivities (organised of course by none other than chief bridesmaid Annie) will be taking place in 'Sin City'...Vegas baby! So keep your eyes peeled for plenty of wedding related posts!<br />
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Having worked as a Senior Beauty Therapist for over a decade, Annie R - aka 'The Mummy' is now a full time Mummy to Bella Rose, (born in May 2012). As well as the sharing almost all known beauty secrets, from the most natural eyelash extensions to waxing nooks and crannies you never even knew existed, Annie also shares the latest and greatest on baby fashion, toys that keep the house peaceful for longer than 20 minutes, the best recipes for your precious tots and much more besides!<br />
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-61705364284316432712012-10-30T19:38:00.000+00:002012-10-30T19:41:58.829+00:00Hot Hazelnut Chocolate<h2>
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This certainly does not qualify as a 'recipe' but is so good I had to share it with you! ...It's my latest discovery and just in time for the cold season.<br />
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Whenever Bella is having her afternoon nap I like to indulge in a hot mug of this and the next chapter of Fifty... Bliss!! <br />
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Put 4 teaspoons of your hot chocolate in a mug and fill up with Hazelnut milk pop in the microwave for 1 min 30 and stir well when finished.<br />
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Sit back and enjoy with Christian Grey!! <br />
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-63134963227169690702012-10-29T19:49:00.000+00:002012-11-29T09:43:00.086+00:00MEATliquor<h2>
MEATliquor</h2>
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The best thing about a restaurant located just off of Oxford Street is that it is located just off of Oxford Street. <i>The</i> perfect face-filling location after a full-on day of high street trawling.<br />
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Not only is it located within spitting distance of Topshop, H&M and Zara, but <a href="http://www.meatliquor.com/" target="_blank">MEATliquor</a> also offers the PERFECT dinner when you've worked up a huge appetite after being on your feet all day. Full fat, cheesy, chilli burgers, chips, deep fried whatever-takes-your-fancy and a menu full of tasty desserts too!<br />
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I must say, if you don't want to be queuing round the corner of the street for (yes) around 2 hours, then you should definitely arrive early. MEATliquor is a popular place and they don't take reservations - its a first come first served kinda place!<br />
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Decor is Gothic; blood, werewolves, bears, strange smiley pigs and a lot of black, red and white sprayed all over the place, with graffiti messages like "I do not live in the world of sobriety." <br />
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To start, Sophia ordered some extremely naughty deep fried pickles that came with a tasty dip. Apologies for the darkness of the pictures... low level lighting would be an understatement... <br />
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There's also a variety of cocktails which had to be sampled - it would have been rude not to! I went for the 3 rum Grog on recommendation!<br />
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For main courses, I went for the bacon cheeseburger, Sophia had the philly-cheese-chilli-steak-heartattack-mountain and we both opted for some chilli cheese fries... just in case we'd under-ordered!<br />
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Perfectly timed as we finished dinner, one of the waitresses appeared with a tannoy announcing the bravest man of all men, Will, who was about to take on the 10 minute challenge! Managing to overcome paralysis-by-over-indulgence, we scooted over to join in the cheering as the restaurant accompanied Will's friends in banging fists and shouting 'You can do it Will!!!'<br />
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The challenge is that the contestant must polish off 3 hot chilli dinners in under 10 minutes. If they manage it, the £20 meal is free, and should they finish the platter in close to 3 minutes, they're added to the leader board just to prove their utter eating amazingness!<br />
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On top of the excitement of Will coming in at under 10 minutes and getting his whole meal for free, there's also a photobooth for hours of fun at the end of the evening, when one has over-indulged in rum cocktails!<br />
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I have to say it was very easy to make but looked as though I could have been slaving away at it for hours which was exactly what I was hoping for. So for those of you who like myself enjoy 'moonlighting' as a domestic goddess I thoroughly recommend you try this!<br />
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To make the shortbread base, mix the flour and caster sugar in a bowl. Rub in the butter with your hands until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Knead the mixture together until it forms a dough, then press into the base of the prepared tin. Prick the shortbread lightly with a fork and bake in the pre-heated oven for about 20 min or until firm to the touch and very lightly browned. Cool in the tin.<br />
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Finally melt down your white choc using the same method as before and then drizzle randomly all over cake to create a lovely Jackson pollock type effect!<br />
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Leave to set for at least an hour before your guests arrive, serve with ice cream and sit back and enjoy the praise!<br />
<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-58022162821640912732012-10-23T20:16:00.000+01:002012-10-23T20:57:35.203+01:00Easy Chicken Noodle Stir FryThis fragrant stir fry dish takes about 20 minutes from start to finish - perfect if you're home late and just want a tasty dinner on the table as quickly as possible. It's really healthy but the best bit is that it tastes like it's straight from the Thai local take away!<br />
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These Thai flavours certainly pack a punch so if you're not a fan of spice go easy on the ginger and chilli.<br />
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<li>1 clove garlic,sliced</li>
<li>200g egg noodles</li>
<li>1 limes, juice and zest</li>
<li>4 spring onions , sliced</li>
<li>3 large carrots, peeled and sliced with the peeler</li>
<li>1 tbsp mint</li>
<li>2 tbsp coriander</li>
<li>2 tbsp sesame oil</li>
<li>3 cm root ginger, peeled and finely grated</li>
<li>1 red chillies, deseeded and finely chopped</li>
<li>3 tbsp olive oil </li>
<li>2 chicken breast fillets , skinless, sliced</li>
<li>1 tbsp Thai fish sauce </li>
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Mix your lime zest and juice with the
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Home Best Buys...</h2>
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When Robbie and I first moved into our home, every shop I visited warranted a purchase for my new abode! However, almost 800 days later, I have grown to know and love my staple purchases that no cosy home should be without!<br />
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Candles</h4>
With a two year old Great Dane to contend with, we need as much help as possible when it comes to keeping bad odours out and good odours in! <br />
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Not only do these Jo Malone candles look the part, but they smell divine and last for ages! My personal choice is the classic Lime, Basil and Mandarin, but pretty much all of their flavours give off an amazing scent that will have your guests oo-ing and mmm-ing all night! Buy yours online <a href="http://www.selfridges.com/en/Beauty/Brand-rooms/Luxury/JO-MALONE/For-the-Home/?brandname=JO+MALONE&ppp=min&cm_re=Highlights2_ctas-_-BB-_-jomalone-_-home" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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Photo Albums</h4>
I can't remember the last time I took a film to be developed or even saw a disposable camera! With so many of us now using digital cameras and sharing picture through social media, I think fewer and fewer of us have hard copies of our memories. There's something quite special about sitting on the couch and laughing with friends over a glass of wine as you remind yourselves of terrible haircuts and outfits that shouldn't have <i>ever</i> been designed...<i> ever!</i><br />
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I can't stand clutter, but a couple of albums grouped together like these Anna Bilton <a href="http://www.gift-library.com/Crocodile-Embossed-Leather-Photo-Album-/pid-gl007anna" target="_blank">Crocodile Embossed Leather Photo Albums</a> offer an ideal way to showcase your treasured pictures and decorate your coffee table with a chic edge. <br />
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No couch, bed or chair is complete without a pile of decorative cushions added to it! I love C<a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/catherinetough/product/chick-knitted-lambswool-cushion" target="_blank">atherine Tough's Creature Cushions</a> that come with appliqued chicks, sausage dogs or owl designs!<br />
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Elemis Bath Milk</h4>
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If you like to drown yourself in luxury then look no further then Elemis Milk Bath. Pouring a few drops of this heavenly scent into a hot bath will have you relaxed and smelling gorgeous in no time. You can also apply it directly to the skin - it's great if you suffer from dry skin and is also said to help eczema and psoriasis. <br />
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Elemis marked their 20th anniversary with this rather sumptuous limited edition glass decanter. Being a fan of the product I had to have this large bottle adorning my bathroom shelf, and now I just top up the decanter with the bath milk as and when it runs out. If you're a fan grab one <a href="http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Elemis+Anniversary+Milk+Bath+Decanter+Limited+Edition/135269274,default,pd.html?cm_mmc=Googlebase-_-Beauty-_-Bath+%26+Body-_-Anniversary+Milk+Bath+Decanter+Limited+Edition&tmcampid=7&tmad=c&tmplaceref=Elemis&tmclickref=Elemis+Anniversary+Milk+Bath+Decanter+Limited+Edition&istCompanyId=17910aed-1bae-4362-9580-b523eb87a91e&istItemId=prwlqqaa&istBid=t" target="_blank">here</a> before they're all gone!<br />
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Fleecy Blanket</h4>
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When it's cold outside and you're snuggled up indoors with the dog and Channing Tatum or Ashton Kutcher on your screen, every girl (and most men - not that they'd admit to it!) needs a cosy throw to balance one's chocolate on and tuck in one's tootsies. I love <a href="http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Biba+Snow+leopard+faux+fur+throw/165702430,default,pd.html" target="_blank">this Biba one</a> that even has a leather carrier should it require transporting to a friend's house!<br />
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Flowers</h3>
I love having flowers in the house, and really think they add a freshness that no amount of Febreeze or wide open windows could add up to.<br />
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Changing flowers every week started off as being a fun element to the weekly shop, but chucking out endless amounts of dead tulips and washing dirty vases soon became pretty arduous - not to mention pretty expensive!<br />
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I found some fantastic artificial flowers in Selfridges, and these rather handsome <a href="http://www.selfridges.com/en/Home-Tech/Categories/Shop-Home/Home-accessories/Decorative-accessories/Artificial-flowers/White-hydrangea_331-86052799-010802/" target="_blank">Hydrangeas</a> adorn my dining table week in week out! And the only attention they require is a little dusting every now and again!<br />
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Of course nothing beats the real thing, but now I save my real flower purchases for when I've got people over, and that means I can get something much more special!<br />
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-16874610869511849602012-10-14T20:56:00.000+01:002012-10-14T20:56:11.947+01:00BB Bakery County Hall<h2>
Naughty but Nice</h2>
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On strolling through London in the sun, we happened (by chance) to stumble across a little sanctuary that has definitely been added to my Little Black Book!<br />
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<a href="http://bb-bakerycountyhall.com/" target="_blank">The BB Bakery, County Hall</a>. Where every cake / biscuit / chocolate / tart / pastry lover's fantasy can be a reality!<br />
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The bakery itself is a little haven of quaint tables and chairs, cake stands, amazing macaroon towers, Baroque photo frames and much more besides - the majority of which (you'll be delighted to know) are for sale. But the true delights are in the edible treats!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A piece of art - Apricot Jelly, White Chocolate Mousse, Brownie Base and a Macaroon Topper! Delicious</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Red Velvet - with one hell of a topping! (Not that ANYONE was complaining)</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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As we were in a bit of a rush we had our cakes boxed and bagged and took them home to devour over a cup of tea. Bliss!<br />
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-66933590132089701882012-10-14T20:34:00.002+01:002012-10-14T20:57:30.591+01:00Puj Tub<h2 class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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I just thought I'd write a quick post of praise about a newborn baby bath time gem!<br />
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All praise the <a href="http://pujbaby.com/products-page/puj-tub/puj-tub/" target="_blank">Puj Tub</a>....! <br />
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I don't know what I would have done without this clever little
contraption. At first I found the idea of bathing my precious little
package a bit daunting ( I'd envisioned a very shaky handed affair!),
but the Puj Tub soon eliminated all my fears and allowed the little
lady and I a relaxing bath time. <br />
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I now take one along as a baby shower gift for all my expectant friends
who have been equally impressed! I love giving something unusual and so
useful as well (#SuperMum hee hee). <br />
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free for lathering your little one. The fact that you're at the sink
also saves you from breaking your back by bending over the bath and the
'Puj' can be easily and conveniently stored away at every bath time. <br />
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Costing around £30.00 they're well worth the money. You can buy one <a href="http://pujbaby.com/products-page/puj-tub/puj-tub/">here.</a><br />
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<br />A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-41611815603913058792012-10-12T12:23:00.002+01:002012-10-12T16:12:05.470+01:00Jambalaya Night<h2>
A Taste of Cuba...</h2>
Whenever I'm cooking for a larger group, I always find it easier and more sociable to cook a gigantic pot of something tasty, that sits on the stove for people to help themselves as and when they fancy.<br />
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On this occasion, it was for the boyfriend and me, plus the 'rents, who were over from Spain for the week... so no need to impress with haute cuisine!<br />
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Reminiscing about childhood holidays in Cuba, where my family and I would sit on the beach by day, and tuck into a rich, spicy Jambalaya in the evening, got me in the mood to create an old family favourite.
This spicy, rice dish originated in the Caribbean Islands. The Spanish culture mixed with the native foods and created what we know as Jambalaya - a mixture of meat, vegetables and seafood topped up with stock and plenty of rice.
If you want to make this dish you'll need:<br />
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<li>2 tbsp sunflower oil</li>
<li>450g skinless chicken breast, cubed</li>
<li>450g smoked pork (I used gammon steak)</li>
<li>900g long grain rice</li>
<li>20 odd prawns, raw</li>
<li>2 tins plum tomatoes</li>
<li>500g tomato puree </li>
<li>1 onion, finely chopped</li>
<li>1 red pepper, finely chopped </li>
<li>4 sticks of celery, finely chopped</li>
<li>4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped </li>
<li>3 1/2 pints (2 litres) chicken stock</li>
<li>2 tsp cayenne pepper</li>
<li>1/2 tsp dried thyme</li>
<li>1tsp dried oregano</li>
<li>2 bay leaves</li>
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If trawling to the supermarket doesn't appeal to you, buy these ingredients online <a href="http://www.sainsburys.co.uk/" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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In a large pot, brown the chicken cubes in the sunflower oil, seasoning with salt and pepper. Brown on all sides - about 5 minutes. Set aside.<br />
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Do the same with the gammon or smoked pork, (no need for salt and pepper) The smell of the cooking bacon may warrant an early taste.... just make sure it's cooked through! Set aside with the chicken.<br />
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Add chopped onions, celery and red pepper to the oil left in the pot. Cook for 5 minutes until onion and celery turn transulcent. <br />
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Add tomato puree, and stir for a few minutes. Then add the tins of plum tomatoes, the stock and scrape any tasty sticky bits on the side of the pan into the liquid, stirring until smooth.<br />
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Add cayenne (2 tsp is pretty spicy, you may want to start with 1 and see how you go), a bit of pepper, oregano, thyme and bay leaves.<br />
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Return the chicken and pork and then add the rice. Stir, cover and cook with the lid on for about 20 minutes, checking occasionally to make sure the bottom isn't burning. <br />
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Once rice is tender and most liquid has been absorbed, add the prawns and cook it for another 10 minutes. When they're perfectly pink, grab some plates and forks, call in the crowds and enjoy!<br />
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. This dish gets tastier by the day as flavours marinade.<br />
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A Mummy a Wife a Glamorous Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09539285500966213838noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4787482671388131450.post-45941471972072243322012-10-10T11:52:00.002+01:002012-10-17T20:44:24.937+01:00Beauty Best BuysHaving worked in the beauty industry for 10 years, I have become very selective with what products tempt me to part with my pennies and these are my absolute must haves! <br />
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St Tropez Dark Mousse</h3>
When it comes to fake tans I am a self confessed slut! I've literally been round them all! But this latest addition to the St Tropez range collection has me committed!<br />
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Although naturally fair myself, I find this formula gives a lovely golden looking colour after just one application (unlike the original formula which takes several coats to build up to a noticeable colour.) Waste no time in topping up for winter; you can buy it <a href="http://m.feelunique.com/p/St-Tropez-Self-Tan-Dark-Bronzing-Mousse-200ml?q=St%20tropez" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Benefit's They're Real Mascara </h3>
Having flirted briefly with mascaras from all of the cosmetic houses, I am now head over heels for <a href="http://m.feelunique.com/p/Benefit-Theyre-Real-Beyond-Mascara-8-5g" target="_blank">this one</a>. If you haven't already given it a go I thoroughly recommend you do!<br />
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The amazing brush of this formula means you can really grab even the tiniest of lashes and build them up to dramatic lengths! <br />
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Shavata Double-Ended Eyebrow Pencil (teamed with their Arch Enhancer)</h3>
Everyone knows its all about the brow right now! This is the perfect combo, You can be as subtle or daring as you like with this <a href="http://m.feelunique.com/p/Shavata-Double-Ended-Pencil" target="_blank">pencil </a>and the <a href="http://m.feelunique.com/p/Shavata-Arch-Enhancer" target="_blank">arch enhancer</a> does just that!! <br />
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Mac dazzle glass lip gl<span class="tooltip" id="descr-full" style="visibility: hidden;"></span>oss in Stepping out.. 2</h4>
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Mac Viva Glam 1 </h4>
The most divine <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/shaded/168/966/Products/Lips/Lipstick/Viva-Glam-Lipstick/index.tmpl" target="_blank">red lipstick</a> .. Were talking pouts of Marilyn Monroe-esque proportions!!<br />
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Jessica's Gorgeous Garterbelt and Intrigue Nail Polishes</h3>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Not quite red, pink or purple but just as its name suggests gorgeous! Purchase<a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0030TXRG2/ref=redir_mdp_mobile" target="_blank"> here</a></td></tr>
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Seche Vite Top Coat </h3>
All hype about this little wonder product is much deserved! This s<a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B000TBW54Y" target="_blank">uper fast drying top coat</a> also means polish lasts unscathed for days.<br />
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And when it comes to removing the days war paint it HAS to be ... </h4>
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Md Formulations Facial Cleanser</h3>
No other cleanser on the market comes close to this, it contains glycolic acid which is a natural chemical exfoliant for the skin, you can notice the improvement in the clarity of your skin instantly.<br />
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No fancy packaging, no rose smelling aroma just does what it says on the box and does it exceptionally well!You can buy it <a href="http://m.feelunique.com/p/md-formulations-Facial-Cleanser-250ml?gclid=CJ2_6-vX9LICFUXHtAodynkANw" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
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