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It took me a while to pull together this month’s top picks. I don’t know if it’s because the celebs are all in hiberation to beat the bitter chill of March, or if everyone was feeling a little less fashion savvy because they’re over winter and ready for spring [ thank god it’s here now ]. Either way, it doesn’t matter because I found my top three, check them out below and see how you can recreate them for yourself... Jeans by Ted Baker £89 || Turtle Neck by River Island £16 || Sleeveless Coat by Miss Guided £55 || Bag by Topshop £49 My favourite Kardashian Kendall Jenner knows how to work easy, luxe layers. This weekend ensemble is so something I would wear. She nails the off-duty-model look with carefree style; the sleeveless wool coat looks cosy yet chic and I’m a big fan of black skinnies. Bag  by Michael Kors £130 ||  Trousers by Reiss £120 ||  Top by Sass & Bide  £150 || Shoes by River Island  £35 || Coat by Yohji Yamamoto  £1,579 || ...

Okonomi-yaki [ ok-o-nom-i-ya-ki ] noun . A Japanese savoury pancake. How I went 24 years without knowing this one I’ll never know. Okonomi-yaki = delectably delicious. Abeno is a Japanese restaurant specialising in Okonomi-yaki. With two locations in London and the rest in their home country of Japan, Abeno claims to be “Europe’s only specialist Okonomi-yaki restaurant” – and I can concur that these guys know what they're doing. Not usually one to enjoy pancakes I was a little sceptical but thought I’d give it a go and I’m so glad I did. If you’re trying this cuisine for the first time then Abeno is the place to do it. Their specialist interior is designed with teppan hot plates on every table so your delicacy can be cooked right there in front of you. A mixture of eggs, flour, cabbage, vegetables and your chosen protein; your Okonomi-yaki comes together before your eyes in a matter of minutes – just like a pancake! When it’s nice and golden brown, it’s topped with seaweed, Japanes...

To be honest, travelling around Eastern Europe was never high on my list. For some reason, in my mind I had grown up with a negative perspective of those countries, thinking they were unsafe and not a place to visit. How wrong I was because my first experience was great. Hungary’s Budapest is amazing. I have surprised even myself to say that I think this trip was my favourite European short break to date. This intriguing city is full of fascinating contradictions, a very particular culture and so much history.  [Fun fact: it’s actually pronounced Budapes cht .] Sights Honestly, I’m not sure I can encapsulate the sights of this city into words, but I hope combined with pictures you get a sense of this fascinating place. At the heart of Budapest lies the stunning River Danube, dividing the city in to two sides that were once named Buda and Pest. We arrived and headed straight off to the city’s Free Walking Tour , this is the same company as the tour I did in  Rome ) again I...

So apparently being an Australian in the UK will make you sick. Literally. Believe me I should know, I've suffered through every cold and flu known to man, back to back since November. As soon as the weather got chilly, bang - sore throat, constant sneezing and deathly cough (I've been the girl people glance sideways at and shuffle away from for way. too. long.). Last week I'd had it up to here. There is only so much soldiering on I can do so I took myself to see the doc. As I have now learned, Aussies who are in the UK for their first winter might as well have a flu named after them; it's so common. " Oh yes another Aussie, you look very pale " she said to me. No kidding the sun virtually doesn't exist here and even when it does shine it hardly cuts through the Arctic breeze. " Your vitamin D levels are rock bottom ." Again I blame your lack of sunshine. " I think you're run down and doing too much. " Forgive me if I have a seize-t...

Now this is what I call finger lickin'ly good chicken. It's another favourite of mine to whip up in my infamously small London kitchen . These honey soy chicken drumsticks have become a trusty go to meal. Anytime I've got these babies in the oven you can guaruntee my housemates will appear with a "that smells really good" comment. I tell ya, they're a crowd pleaser! And even better, they're easy. So what are you waiting for? Hop to it! What you'll need (for a single serving) 2 chicken drumsticks 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 dessert spoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic 1/2 teaspoon crushed chilli pinch of salt What to do Preheat your oven to 220 degrees Celsius. Combine all your ingredients and coat the chicken well. If you're really prepared you can marinate from the day before. To be fair I never do this and they still taste really flavourful. Place your chicken in a baking tray and drizzle the remaining sauce over the top. B...

I’m smiling this week because for us in the northern hemisphere, there’s a spring-like light at the end of the tunnel… And for those of you down below you’re already into autumn. Either way, it means it’s time to celebrate because new season fashion has landed. Thank heavens because my wardrobe needs a serious overhaul. Never have I spent so much time covered up in winter gear, so I’m chomping at the bit to bare a little flesh. From quirky clutches to boho skirts, designer creations to the high street, this fashion menu has me salivating. Check out my top picks of new season arrivals. It’s time to get shopping. Styles from left to right, top to bottom: Skirt by Missoni £1,030, Clutch by Skinnydip £40, Knit by Forever New $70, Boots by Forever New $90, Top by NBD £85, Clutch by Valentino £1,110, Jacket by Forever New $170, Skirt by NBD £160, Dress by River Island £50, Dress by Addison £131, Faux Fur Jacket by Sportsgirl $170, Skirt by Rise of Dawn £40, Dress by Topshop £100...

To those of you who haven't heard of Dishoom (although you must have been living under a rock), it's a Bombay Cafe that's taken London by storm. With authentic Mumbai, Indian cuisine - this place is a restaurant to behold. The sheer popular-ness (it makes me so excited I can't even speak properly) of this place is incredible. With three locations throughout London and a no bookings policy, it only took a few months before the hysteria began. Now you can expect to queue for at least an hour for dinner. Cray-cray. But it's totally worth it. I've had the pleasure of eating at Dishoom for breakfast and dinner now. Both were beyond good. With authentic interior fittings, a tongue-in-cheek attitude and a wafting smell of garam marsala; this place is the real deal. Today I'm going to tell you about breakfast. Dinner is another story. Breakfast and I have a tumultuous history. My friends know that I've never been a big eater in the morning, preferring to go stra...

It would be fair to say that Rome and I got off to a bit of a rocky start. I arrived in the country with what you could only call a DEATHLY flu, my cab driver blatantly took advantage of my delicate state and stole €20 from me, I unknowing booked a hotel room literally the size of a shoebox and I discovered that my European power adapter [that has worked everywhere else in Italy mind you] didn’t fit the plugs in Rome. Cue exasperated sigh. Needless to say my first day in Rome tested me. Thankfully, I’m happy to report that over the next four days my trip got better thanks to some awe-inspiring sights and a beautiful friend who made my visit to Rome much more enjoyable. I left with a heart full of inspiration, a stomach full of pizza and a mind full of Italian words. Sights There are endless sights to see and places to visit in Rome, the length of your visit is your only restriction. In 3 days I managed to see all the main sights including the Colosseum, Roman ruins, Trevi Fountain (whi...