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Eight Simple Handmade Christmas Gift Ideas
Gift giving is one of the best parts of christmas for many people, but it also can mean financial stress at a time of year when you should…
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Cheese Expert: 10 must-know Spanish cheeses
Introduction If you think of Spanish food you might be thinking of salty jamon, spicy chorizo and juicy oranges but if you’re not also thinking of cheese, you…
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Where to buy prints to frame in the UK
When it comes to adding personality and visual interest to your living space, few things are as effective as well-curated wall art. Whether you’re a fan of vibrant…
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7 Best Pork-Free Cheeseboard Ideas
Charcuterie platters and cheese boards are super popular appetisers, especially when hosting. There’s often a strong emphasis on charcuterie or deli meats, in which pork features heavily. But…
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9 simple ideas for interactive dinner parties that aren’t board games
Interactive dinner parties are a refreshing twist to the usual get-togethers. They are a fabulous way to breathe life into regular gatherings and make the whole experience more…
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What is charcuterie and how should you serve it?
Charcuterie, pronounced “shahr-koo-tuh-ree,” is a culinary tradition with roots that extend deep into the heart of European gastronomy. Charcuterie comes from the French words chair and cuite, translating…
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9 great ideas for a vegetarian cheese board
If you want to make a cheese board but you, or someone you’re serving is vegetarian it can be hard to figure out where to start, given that…
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Cheese expert series: 10 most popular british cheeses
Welcome to our first post on Cheese Expertise, where we introduce cheeses around the world and how to use them. First up is Britain and the United Kingdom.…
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Our 6 top tips to upgrade your cocktails. Easy and simple!
If we’re anything here at A Lovley Affair, we’re cocktail girlies. Nothing like a tasty drink in my hand makes all my problems seem a little bit smaller.…
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Where to buy sheets in the UK from affordable to luxury
A good bed is essential to a good night’s rest, and sheets are essential to a good bed (after the mattress of course!) If you’re in the United…
