Author: Lucy Contrino

English Wine Week returns for 2025 from 21st – 29th June and what better way to celebrate than with the pioneers of English sparkling wine, Nyetimber. From booking an Open Weekend at the Nyetimber estate for a Tour and Tasting, to celebrating on a Nyetimber terrace in London, or reading the Nyetimber coffee table book at home with a glass of sparkling wine, there are many ways to celebrate with Nyetimber this English Wine Week. Nyetimber has won multiple awards and just last month, 1086 by Nyetimber 2010 was awarded top scoring Global sparkling and top scoring wine overall at London Wine…

This summer, Della Vite & Glassette is inviting you to slip into the slow rhythm of long, sunny afternoons and the soft glow of golden hour with the launch of the limited-edition Della Vite X Glassette Aperitivo Set. A collaboration between friends – Poppy Delevingne, co-founder of Della Vite, and Laura Jackson, co-founder of Glassette – this limited-edition set is a celebration of La Dolce Vita. Whether you’re gathering beneath trees in the garden or having a picnic in the park, the Della Vite x Glassette Aperitivo Set is a love letter to Italy and aperitivo done right. Within the…

The Truth About Gaming and Mental Health – Experts Reveal the Surprising Benefits For years, video games have been blamed for everything from social isolation to declining mental health. But new research is proving the critics wrong—gaming may actually improve mental well-being in multiple ways. Experts at Play Casino, a leader in online gaming and entertainment, have teamed up with psychologists and neuroscientists to analyze the impact of gaming on mental health. Their findings show that gaming can reduce stress, boost cognitive function, and improve social skills. 1. Gaming Can Lower Stress and Anxiety A 2023 study published in the Journal of…

A new study reveals that Tennessee has the seventh longest emergency room wait times for mental health patients in the United States. The research by personal injury law firm H&P Law analyzed national emergency department data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), measuring the median time from a mental health patient’s arrival to their departure. States were ranked based on the average wait times reported by hospitals, excluding cases where patients died, left without provider approval, or lacked a documented discharge destination. Tennessee, at seventh, reported an average emergency wait time of 351.8 minutes. The Volunteer State stands 31.9%…

A single mistake could turn your home into an inferno—and millions of Brits are making it every night. Firefighters are warning that charging your iPhone under your pillow is one of the biggest fire risks in UK homes, putting thousands at risk while they sleep. According to Clean Air UK, a leading authority on Fire Prevention, the combination of overheating lithium-ion batteries, poor ventilation, and flammable bedding creates a serious risk of electrical fires. “We are seeing more and more house fires caused by phones overheating under bedding,” says firefighter Mark Sutherland. “People assume their devices are safe, but trapping heat…

In the heart of the Valley of the Kings of France, near Amboise and Tours, ChâteauLouise de La Vallière, a luxury hotel nestled in nature welcomes its guests for anexceptional experience, a journey into the history of France and that of the royalmistresses. A Story: that of the royal mistresses Le Château Louise de La Vallière is a true example of Renaissance architecture inthe Loire Valley. The future Duchess de La Vallière spent part of her childhoodbetween the Hôtel de Crouzille in Tours, where she was born, and the Château deLa Vallière in Reugny, acquired by her great-great-grandfather in 1542.…

The countdown is on for Scotland’s largest two-day agricultural event – which is set to take place on Sunday 3 to Monday 4 August 2025. Each year, Turriff comes to life, as those from near and far are brought together to experience and exhibit the very best of northeast farming and its quality produce. Balmaud Distillery, a new family-run business based in Turriff and launching in summer 2025, is the lead sponsor of the 2025 show. The Strachan family, well-known local farmers, have supported the show in previous years through their other business, Bridgend Aggregate. Each year, the show attracts…

If you enjoy a pint of Guinness or Stella Artois at your local, you might want to take a closer look at your glass before sipping. A new hygiene study conducted by Glass Balustrades UK, in collaboration with 15 pubs across the UK and Ireland, has revealed shocking data about the cleanliness of pub glasses. As part of the study, inspectors visited 15 different pubs and tested 5 glasses of each brand at each location—amounting to 75 glasses per brand. The results? Some drinks, including Guinness and Stella Artois, were far more likely to be served in unclean, bacteria-laden glasses than…

A new study has revealed Camden as the UK’s ultimate party destination, according to research conducted by iGaming marketplace Gamblorium. The research analysed 375 local authorities’ performance across 14 key factors, including the density of bars, the crime rate, and the number of taxis per 100,000 residents, as well as each area’s ONS happiness score out of 10. Each destination was then awarded an overall score out of 100 to create the ranking. Camden was the top performer, with a score of 75.70 out of 100. The borough reports the highest density of bars in the UK at 183.47 per 100,000 residents,…

In the last 30 days, Google searches for ‘how to make the perfect Yorkshire pudding’ and ‘best gluten free Yorkshire pudding recipe’ have both rocketed by 5,000% across the UK. With the high demand to know how to make the perfect Yorkshire pudding, experts at food box delivery service, HelloFresh have revealed the top reasons the nation’s puds might be falling flat, as well as their top tips to perfect a pudding, no matter what the dietary requirements. HelloFresh’s Senior Recipe Development Manager, Mimi Morley said, “Whether you’re vegan, gluten-free or have just struggled to get that light, fluffy Yorkshire pudding we all…