The Uni Food Shop- Advice

I've now been at university for 8 weeks and can happily admit that I have spent a majority of my time meal planning. I've also witnessed so many friends and flatmates not being as smart with their food due to lack of preparation/advice, or pure laziness. With that in mind I thought I would start this series off with some shopping advice, before we get onto the good stuff- recipes! Little and often-...

Student Series

Hello you lovely lot, apologies for the lack of posting but I've been at uni for a month now and am adjusting to a new workload and life really! I am determined to start some form of food-based series..recipes, tips, meal planning advice etc. This post is basically an update and something to ensure that I actually stick to this plan.  Just to say that I have been aiming to stick to a budget...

July Empties

This year is flying by and I can't quite conceive that both Christmas and my exams are a thing of the past! Since each month slips through my fingers, I find that by doing 'empties' posts each month I am able to remember products easier rather than doing them in bulk and struggling to provide genuine reviews. So here we go, this has been July. I've split this box up into 'budget' and 'high end'...

Lost and Found

I am aware that I haven't been very active on here recently due to exams but since I am now free, I'll be updating regularly! If you want to find me anywhere else, you can find me on the following websites:1) Twitter (Miarrrrrr) and Instagram (Miaisaloser) for general ramblings and photos.2) I am on Wantfeed! An app which allows you to scroll through and repost 'wants' including art, clothes and general...

A Trip To Marrakech

I recently went on a birthday adventure with my mum to Marrakech and it was incredible! We flew from Gatwick on a flight which must have only had around 15 passengers so it was lovely having empty space around us to pop our feet up.  Our hotel was hidden away down an alleyway which didn't look promising but honestly it was such a gorgeous building behind closed doors. We arrived to freshly...

Foolproof Pasta Sauce

If you ever fancy a lighter pasta dish for a summers lunch, this is a delicious and easy option. The following recipe is tweaked but originates from Jamie Oliver and has a Trapani style sauce- I love it!You will need: 500g penne (or roughly enough for 2-3 people)2 cloves of peeled garlic1-2 fresh red chillies40g Parmesan cheese100g almonds or ground almonds4 anchovy fillets in oil2 large handfuls...

Tiny Thoughts

I feel that something must be wrong if someone can't sleep contently unless they have crammed as much work into their day as physically possible. To light a candle, wafts of coconut and sweet vanilla. To be burrowed under the warmth of a duvet, safe. And yet, to feel worthless, no matter how many kind words are uttered into your ear by a loved one.The only way to feel satisfied is to collapse,...

St Tropez, The Budget Alternative

When it comes to self-tanning, I tend to want to match my legs (which have been hidden throughout the winter months), to my arms- which are naturally an olive tone. For February through to May I like to have a subtle tan for when our beach walks make me want to wear shorts and run around. When the months continue to grow warmer and holidays approach, I choose a darker formula.I used to be a huge...

Time Of The Month Essentials

I thought I would share a few tips and suggestions to making that time of the month less exhausting *groans* FOOD IS FUEL I think it is really important to keep structure during this stressful time, that means having proper meals which give us enough energy to get through the day. This doesn't mean you can't indulge in chocolate- just ensure that you aren't replacing your meals with sugar. Although,...

March Empties

I've collected a bunch of products I've used up and thought I'd write a review for each item once the box was full- so here goes, my first empties post.             First up is something which came in a Lush gift box and so it isn't what usually catches my eye in store... It's Lush's 'Fun' in Blue, a playdoh-like bar filled with chamomile and lavender...

Favourite Meals & Snacks

It is a lovely thing to see loved ones enjoy a meal which you have worked had producing, it is also as pleasing when you appreciate something you have made lovingly for yourself. This post includes my current favourite things to eat/drink, hopefully the recipes will be easy to follow- enjoy! First up is Jamie Oliver's trapani-style pasta:   This is a 20 minute wonder which is...

Happy Changes

We are nearly into the third month of 2015 and I have made some really happy changes so far. One which I wanted to talk about in this post is my venture into the world of Yoga. Now I am not very flexible, nor have I ever committed to daily stretching - until now. I am currently attempting Yoga with Adrienne's 30 day yoga challenge and am loving the experience! During the past month I have taken...

Time Flies, But You Are The Pilot.

Only recently has the meaning of 'time flies' really become apparent in my life, my father may still kiss me on the forehead as if I were a little girl but the reality is that this year is going to be a huge jump on the path to adulthood. Moments flitter past me as if they were tiny flecks of dust in the rays of sunlight swimming lazily, through a windowpane. It isn't long until I will venture out...

Quiet Reflection

One of my new year 'resolutions' (I prefer to call them commitments) is to be more patient, to listen more, to stop interrupting and have a little faith that the earth will continue spinning for long enough for me to get my voice heard. This is something which I find bothersome in others and therefore tend to want to avoid doing myself at all costs. It is difficult, to be filled to the brim...