Pentire is a lovely company, founded to create a flavourful drink that is inspired by the waves, cliffs and foraged hedgerows on the beautiful Cornish coast. Made by distilling sage and rock samphire, this is a natural healthy alternative to traditional gin, ideal served with ice and tonic water, garnished with lemon or rosemary. Technically…
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how to (sustainably) rest in peace
DolceLoca Death – ugh, what an icky subject. Or is it? Critics say from eastern Buddhist cultures would say that the western habit of not facing death (and often shoving old people into homes so they can’t be seen) is very unhealthy. Some Buddhist monks go out at 3am each morning to look at dead…
hire an acoustic (unplugged) band
Hire a local acoustic band to serenade at your special event, rather than tinny loud music by professional DJs or booming speakers. These are becoming really popular, as a way to support local indie musicians, and prevent noise pollution from booming bass sounds throughout the neighbourhood. Music for London has more information. Acoustic concerts have…
tips for a simple, sustainable wedding
Rosie Made a Thing You of course could refuse to get sucked into the ‘wedding business’ altogether and not get married! But if you do, there are ways to be a peaceful troublemaker, instead of just make some big corporate rich, on the back of your undying love for each other! Read the weddings tag…
how to keep pets safe at Christmas
James Bartholomew Christmas is a lovely time for all the family to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christmas (not shopping!) But it’s important to know the dangers to pets (at any time of year, but especially during the festive season, and especially if you’ve had a few drinks, so won’t be as aware). Here are…