A refreshing highlander

  For some, a Highlander is a rugby player from the deep south, to others, an 80s fantasy film starring Sean Connery. To Toyota, a Highlander is a mid-sized SUV, and a big seller.     For 2021, the Highlander has been refreshed for the fourth time, with a recent launch in […]

Smooth and sustainable

  The Mazda MX-30 has been in the pipeline for some time. Now it is finally here, and set to spearhead Mazda’s goal of a sustainable future.     The MX-30 is available as a Mild-Hybrid and pure EV. My test car was the MX-30 Limited 2.0L Petrol Mild-Hybrid. The 2.0L petrol […]

Bring some French romance to your bedroom

  French décor is one of the world’s most enduring styles, and head of the list is the bedroom or boudoir.     One of the most embraced and romantic is the country bedroom. From casual to chic, this style is often about soft feminine neutrals and pastels or the complete opposite, […]

Perfectly pretty paisley

  Paisley, once only popular as a bandana print, is tipped to be a top trend this summer.     The teardrop-shaped pattern has been a regular on fashion catwalks for decades, and now major textile producers and furniture manufacturers are also embracing paisley. You too can join the paisley parade whether […]

Rug up for winter

  Our bodies aren’t the only things we need to rug up this winter… our living spaces could also do with an injection of rugs, too. These floor coverings anchor a room and work hard to define and differentiate spaces in a home.     Rugs can be used to frame an […]

Lets get together

  Aside from the eating benefits, cooking has long been known as a means of socialising, and the kitchen is often referred to as the heart of a home.     Anyone can cook, whether it’s cheese on toast for beginners, making your own cheese or, for the more advanced, creating a […]