On our family trip to Florence at the end of November 2025, we stayed at Hotel Kraft, located at Via Solferino 2 in the “Centro Storico”, a quieter, more residential pocket of the historic centre. It offered the perfect balance of calm surroundings and walkable access to the city’s main attractions. The Arno river was just a few minutes away, the Ponte Vecchio was an easy 15 minute stroll, and it was also around 15 minutes from Santa Maria Novella train station, which was incredibly handy as we took the train to Pisa one day. For families or travellers planning day trips, this proximity to the station is a real bonus.
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If your other half loves aftershave as much as mine does, this DIY aftershave advent calendar is the perfect festive surprise. It’s affordable, creative, and gives him something new to try every morning in the Christmas countdown. It’s also a brilliant fragrance advent calendar alternative if you’re looking for something more personal and budget-friendly.

I gifted mine to my husband on 1st December, and now that the surprise has safely landed, I can finally share how I made this unique advent calendar idea for him!

It’s that time of year again, hot chocolate, twinkling lights, and the festive tunes on the radio. But if, like me, you groan a little at the thought of picking “safe but boring” gifts (yes, socks again… sigh), then this year is going to be different. Welcome to the All About A Mummy Christmas Gift Guide: a curated collection of thoughtful, fun and family-friendly ideas that’ll make you feel a little less stressed and a lot more excited about gifting.

As a mum to two cheeky girls (and one equally cheeky husband in tow), I’ve learnt that the perfect present isn’t about the price tag or the sparkle. It’s about the reaction: the surprised gasp, the grin. Whether you’re shopping for your best friend, your partner, or even yourself, I’ve got you covered.

So sit back, perhaps treat yourself that second mince-pie, and let’s get snipping and clicking. Because this year, you’re not just buying “stuff”, you’re giving moments, memories and that warm fuzzy feeling when someone unwraps exactly what you hoped they’d love. Let the festive fun begin!
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I had extremely high hopes for this book as there has been a lot of hype in the Psychological Thriller Readers Facebook group. J.D. Barker’s The Fourth Monkey sets out to be a dark, twisty psychological thriller which gave me echoes of James Patterson’s early Alex Cross novels - but ultimately, it feels more like an imitation than a reinvention.

We’ve been feeding our 7 month old Toy Poodle puppy, Winter, Butternut Box fresh dog food for the past three months and the transformation has been incredible. After bringing him home from the breeder, we continued with the canned dog food he was used to, but he had really, really bad wind, hit and miss digestion and quite severe tear staining under his eyes - so I started researching healthier options. That’s when I discovered Butternut Box, a popular UK dog food subscription that delivers gently cooked (not raw), grain-free meals made with natural, human-grade ingredients. Since transitioning to Butternut Box, his tear stains have completely cleared up, and we’ve also noticed big improvements in his digestion - he now has considerably less wind and perfectly pick-up-able poos!

​In this post, I’ll share our full Butternut Box review, the benefits we’ve seen, and if you're thinking of trying it, I have an exclusive discount code for readers that gets you 60% off your first box and 30% off your second box - simply visit Butternut Box here and enter discount code AMY4292 - it's that simple!

As Christmas approaches it's that time when the quest for the perfect gifts for the whole family begin. I hate giving boring gifts like socks or heaven forbid deodorant... So this guide is designed to give you some fresh, new ideas, and streamline your festive gift search. From tasty treats classics to modern innovations, join me in navigating a curated selection guaranteed to elicit smiles on Christmas morning. 

I am delighted to be hosting the Artificial Wisdom blog tour today with the lovely folks from LiterallyPR.

This debut sci-fi thriller from Thomas R. Weaver immediately caught my interest, not just due to the epic cover but because I’m a sucker for a dystopian future premise - and this book certainly did not disappoint.

I was super lucky to receive tickets to see Moulin Rouge the Musical for Christmas from my lovely Mum. I’d heard rave reviews about the show currently playing at the Piccadilly Theatre in the West End based on Baz Lurhmann’s iconic film. Now, I hold my hands up and admit Moulin Rouge it isn’t one of my favourite films (mainly because I’m not a Nicole Kidman fan) but I was super intrigued to see how such a visual movie would transfer to the stage.

There's just something about the way a great piece of jewellery can elevate an outfit and make you feel super special. As someone who has always had a deep appreciation for the beauty and intricacy of jewellery (and an exceptionally large collection of statement and classic pieces), I was thrilled to have the opportunity to try out a selection of beautiful pieces from Meideya Jewelry, a woman-owned business selling sustainable, high quality jewellery. 

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and if you're like me, you want to find the perfect gift for a very special person. Whether you're shopping for your own mum, your mother-in-law, step-mum, your wife or partner on behalf of the kids, or a woman who has had a signifciant impact on your formative years, from spa days to jewellery to flowers, there are so many great options out there that it can be hard to know where to start.

So I've put together my annual Mother's Day gift guide to help you find the perfect present that will show your love and appreciation for all the hard work and sacrifices she's made. From sentimental keepsakes to practical items she'll use every day, there's something for every type of  "mum" on this list. So sit back, relax, and let's dive into some amazing gift ideas that will make this Mother's Day one to remember!