Conflicting information about food and health is everywhere. Unqualified advice on social media and trendy diets can make it difficult to distinguish fact from fiction, leading to unhealthy eating habits and confusion about what constitutes a balanced diet. To help set the record straight, weight-loss experts at Voy have debunked some of the most common diet myths that could be holding you back from achieving optimal health. Carbs are the enemy Low-carb diets like keto have gained popularity, but not all carbohydrates are bad. Complex carbohydrates found in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are essential for energy, brain function, and gut health.…

Tickets go on sale this week for Keswick Film Festival, where movie lovers are to be treated to the biggest ever line up of global films at the event’s 25th anniversary, including 2025’s Golden Globe Best Drama Film, The Brutalist. Taking place at various venues around the Lakeland town of Keswick, Keswick Film Festival is a platform for showcasing independent films and shorts from around the world. The anniversary year will see movies from right across the globe including Iran, Palestine, France, Finland and China, plus of course, some British films, including ones created by local Cumbrian talent. Amongst the genres…

Winter is about warm and cozy ambiance and hearty, comforting dishes. Rich, bold red wines are the go-to choices for the season. However, white wines are not just for summer or warm weather. In fact, many winter dishes pair better with whites than reds. In the world of wine, there’s no shortage of full-bodied, creamy, and round whites that deserve their place in winter. Oaked Chardonnay Chardonnay is a classic, produced in many different styles. Refreshing, easy-drinking Chardonnays are ideal for summer, but the true beauty of Chardonnay lies in oak aging. As a naturally round, full-bodied grape variety, oak…

2025 is set to be a big year, with Lana Del Rey, Coldplay, Katy Perry and Olivia Rodrigo all announcing tours.   Meanwhile, Sabrina Carpenter brings her ‘Short n’ Sweet Tour’ to the UK and Ireland and Dua Lipa announced a new UK date for her ‘Radical Optimism’ tour – performing at Wembley Stadium in London.  For those already planning their outfit, online fashion retailer Boohoo has analysed the biggest venues for 2025 tours and picked out the perfect bag based on each venue’s policy.   Wembley Stadium, London  Huge pop stars including Dua Lipa, Guns N’ Roses, and Lana Del Rey…

The popular better-than-half-price offer returns nationwide, including London locations for the first time Bella Italia is kicking off 2025 with the return of its hugely popular £5 Pasta Deal, offering unbeatable value on comforting Italian classics throughout January. Running from 7th January to 30th January 2025, guests can enjoy freshly prepared pasta dishes, such as the creamy Carbonara, hearty Spaghetti & Meatballs, and flavourful Pollo Cacciatore, for just £5 – with savings of up to £11. This year, the campaign expands to include London locations, giving even more diners across the UK the chance to enjoy exceptional value on Bella…

The bedroom needs to be a calm, peaceful sanctuary so that you can instantly relax and drift off to sleep each night. This can be challenging if your room is filled with clutter, which is known to create stress. This post will provide a few practical strategies to help you declutter your bedroom and foster a serene, organised environment. Assess & Declutter Together First, you and your partner need to jointly evaluate your belongings and identify what is essential and what can be donated/discarded/sold/recycled. A collaborative approach is important to ensure both partners’ needs are considered, promoting harmony in…

Luxury single-origin dark chocolate brand, Cox & Co, has created the perfect mini treat for dark chocolate fans with the launch of its new 15g bar selection.  Providing bite-sized versions of its most popular flavours, the new 15g bars are available in four delicious flavours; Miso & Caramel (47%), Blood Orange Crunch (60%), Mint Crunch (60%) and Plain Milk (41%) and are perfect for retailers looking for high quality grab and go sweet treats. Cox & Co’s chocolate bars are crafted from the finest single-origin Colombian cacao, using Luker Chocolate blended with delicious superfoods to create unique flavour combinations. “We…

The 2024 World Young Chef Young Waiter and Young Mixologists (YYY) World Finals were held in Singapore from 22nd to 24th November 2024. The Champions of the prestigious competition were announced at The Exchange by Tadcaster Hospitality in Singapore. The announcements were made by Robert Walton MBE and Nikesh Mehta, the British High Commissioner to Singapore, during a special awards ceremony on the 24th November. Each of the three winners received a share of the $15,000 USD grand prize. We are delighted to announce that the Champion of the World Young Chef Young Waiter and Young Mixologist competition are: Team…

Inspired by classic Christmas chocolate brand Cadbury Roses, top spirits Beefeater Pink and Havana Club Cuban Spiced are bringing limited-edition seasonal cocktails to glamorous, late-night cocktail bar Blame Gloria. Exclusive to Blame Gloria, each cocktail is inspired by and served with a different flavour of Roses chocolate, making it the perfect treat for those with a sweet tooth. This unique pairing provides a moment of pure indulgence, making December nights out even more special. Combined with Blame Gloria’s eclectic and outrageous atmosphere, where interiors are inspired by Jimi Hendrix and David Bowie, guests are in for a real treat. These decadent, Instagrammable cocktails can be enjoyed…

As Christmas approaches, parents and gift-givers across the UK are seeking meaningful presents that won’t contribute to the 5 million tons of waste generated during the festive season (Note 1). Little Starts Gift Cards offers a sustainable solution with their digital gift cards, providing access to over 20,000 children’s activity classes nationwide. With nearly half of UK adults receiving unwanted Christmas gifts (Note 2), the trend towards experience-based presents is growing. Little Starts Gift Cards enable last-minute shopping by parents, grandparents and aunties and uncles to purchase meaningful gifts for little ones from the comfort of their homes, avoiding the…