For one glass of this short gin drink you will need: 2 drops orange bitters Ice cold water (which is optional) 2 tablespoons gin 1 Put the orange bitters into a sherry glass. 2 Swill these around so that they cling to the sides. 3 Add the gin, and if wanted a little ice cold […]
Continue reading …New beauty range launches on the UK high street.
June 23, 2011 Comments Off on New beauty range launches on the UK high street.
Transfomulas products have previously only been available through selected airlines, but the range is now to be stocked in top stores such as Harvey Nichols and Harrods; as well as a few other exclusive distribution channels. Founder of the brand, Rosalind Chapman, developed the beauty concept as she had a fear of needles. Her goal […]
Continue reading …Gin and Coke Stirred Long Gin Drink
June 23, 2011 Comments Off on Gin and Coke Stirred Long Gin Drink
You will need for one glass: 2-3 Ice cubes 5 tablespoons coca cola 2 tablesppons gin 1 slice fresh lemon 1 Place the ice cubes in a highball glass. 2 Pour in the gin, followed by the coca cola. 3 Garnish with the slice of lemon. 4 Stir gently and serve. Highball Glass
Continue reading …Gin and Ginger Stirred Long Gin Drink
June 22, 2011 Comments Off on Gin and Ginger Stirred Long Gin DrinkFor one glass you will need: 2-3 ice cubes 1 slice fresh lemon 2 Tablespoons gin 1 sprig fresh mint (this is an optional extra) 5 tablespoons parts dry ginger ale 1 Place ice cubes into a highball glass. 2 Pour in the gin and ginger ale. 3 Garnish with the slice of lemon. 4 […]
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Bamboo is not normally associated with fashion. Indeed we are more used to seeing it on furniture. But recently bamboo has made a name for itself as a great basis for creating breathable fabric which inhibits odour formation. This makes it a great choice for items such as socks and T shirts. Bamboo is soft […]
Continue reading …Eighteen Millions Brits not going on a Summer Holiday
June 21, 2011 Comments Off on Eighteen Millions Brits not going on a Summer Holiday
It’s been reported that more than eighteen million Britons will forgo a summer vacation this year due to the economic climate. Fears about unemployment, rising food costs and general inflation mean that the recession has taken its toll on the annual family holiday. A survey of two thousand people has also indicated, that of those […]
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Fiskars have come up with some new funky manicure scissors that will look great on the dressing table, in the bathroom or in your handbag. (Just don’t forget to remove them when boarding a plane.) The new designs will appeal to fashion conscious girls everywhere. The new styles are called Bloom, Seaflower and Gloria. The […]
Continue reading …Gin and Tonic Stirred Long Gin Drink
June 21, 2011 Comments Off on Gin and Tonic Stirred Long Gin DrinkYou will need for 1 glass: 2-3 Ice cubes 4 tablespoons tonic water 1.5 – 2 tablespoons gin 1 lemon slice 1 Place ice cubes into a highball glass. 2 Pour the gin and tonic water over the ice. 3 Garnish with a slice of lemon. 4 Stir and Serve. You can add the lemon […]
Continue reading …Gin and Lime Stirred Long Gin Drink
June 20, 2011 Comments Off on Gin and Lime Stirred Long Gin DrinkYou will need for one glass: 2-3 Ice cubes 3 tablesppons bottled lime juice 1.5 – 2 tablespoons gin 4 Tablespoons cold water 1 Place the ice cubes into a highball glass. 2 Pour in the lime juice and gin. 3 Add the water. 4 Stir and serve. Highball Glass
Continue reading …Gin Cooler – Stirred Long Gin Drink
June 19, 2011 Comments Off on Gin Cooler – Stirred Long Gin DrinkFor one glass you will need: 3 – 4 ice cubes soda water Half a teaspoon of grenadine 1 maraschino cherry Juice of 1 fresh lemon 1 slice fresh lemon 5 – 6 Tablespoons of gin 1 Put the ice cubes into a highball glass 2 Pour the grenadine over the ice, then the lemon […]
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