I don’t like the pine needle type scented Christmas candles so Voluspa’s Crushed Candy Cane takes the crown as my ultimate festive candle: A more affordable alternative candy cane candle comes from Yankee Candle Home Inspiration’s Candy cane forest: In the video below I compare Voluspa’s Crushed Candy Cane Candle to the more affordable Yankee… Continue reading Voluspa Crushed Candy Cane vs Yankee Candle Home Inspiration Candy Cane Forest
Crushed Candy Cane Cookies
The addition of crushed canes turns regular chocolate cookies into a holiday classic: Ingredients For approximately 30 cookies: 2 1/2 cups of plain flour (A/P in the US) 1 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda (baking soda in the US) 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 3/4 cup cocoa powder 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature 1… Continue reading Crushed Candy Cane Cookies
Homeworx Candle Haul and Review
I had been lusting after the delicious sounding Homeworx candles for some time when I noticed QVC had some great offers running. The time for me to experience Homeworx had arrived and I was not disappointed. Watch the video below to see me unbox my haul, share information about the products and then give my… Continue reading Homeworx Candle Haul and Review
Beauty Pie Youthbomb Cream First Impressions Review and Youthbomb Serum Update
I’m a huge fan of Beauty Pie. This buyers club sources makeup, skincare, bodycare, haircare and lifestyle products from the world's leading labs at cost price. When I saw that they had released a moisturiser called ‘Youthbomb’ I had to try it out to see if it could replace my beloved but eye-wateringly priced Augustinus… Continue reading Beauty Pie Youthbomb Cream First Impressions Review and Youthbomb Serum Update
Nature’s Wick by Woodwick Review
I love candles in general and I really love the cosy ambiance that crackling Woodwick candles create. In the video below I compare and contrast the relatively affordable Nature’s Wick by Woodwick Candles with those from the more expensive main line. I explore similarities and differences in terms of ingredients, sizes, packaging, pricing and availability.… Continue reading Nature’s Wick by Woodwick Review
Beauty Pie Youthbomb First Impressions Review
The new Beauty Pie Youthbomb 360 Radiance Concentrate (S001) has been getting a great deal of buzz. This product is a collaboration with world renowned dermatologist Dr Andrew Markie. As an enthusiastic member of the beauty buyers club, I ordered it at launch. In the video below I compare the pricing of Youthbomb to other… Continue reading Beauty Pie Youthbomb First Impressions Review
Compare and Contrast: Yankee Candle Home Inspiration Candles vs Original Yankee Candles
My interest was piqued when I saw Yankee Candles at the supermarket for a much more affordable price than usual. In the video below I compare and contrast the Yankee Candle Home Inspiration candles with those from the main line. I explore similarities and differences in terms of ingredients, sizes, packaging, pricing and availability. Comparisons… Continue reading Compare and Contrast: Yankee Candle Home Inspiration Candles vs Original Yankee Candles
Simple and Delicious: Caviar Baked Potato
The most world’s most iconic baked potato is undoubtedly at the top of the menu at Caviar Kaspia in Paris. This one is not an every day luxury for most of us!! Using Lumpfish Roe caviar instead of Beluga gives us an accessible take on the dish. My recipe below is for 2 jackets; just… Continue reading Simple and Delicious: Caviar Baked Potato
Yankee Candle Chocolate Eggs Review
I love chocolate and I love candles so I figured I’d love the Chocolate Eggs candle from Yankee Candle and I was right!! In the review video below I share my first impressions, information about the candle and final thoughts after burning. I also give details of other Easter releases from Yankee’s Home Inspiration diffusion… Continue reading Yankee Candle Chocolate Eggs Review
Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
My boyfriend recently requested chocolate chip cookies when I told him I was planning on baking. I am very partial to a cookie myself so was more than happy to oblige. They went down extremely well with my family so I am sharing the recipe with you: Ingredients 125g Organic Unsalted Butter115g Light Brown Soft… Continue reading Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Make Every Day Luxe 