The traditional festive dessert is of course, the Christmas Pudding. Whilst it might not be to everyone’s tastes, let’s take a look back at where the Christmas Pudding comes from… The very first Christmas Pudding was not what it looks like today. Originally it was a broth made of raisins, dried fruit, spices and wine,… Read More Christmas collection: The origins of the good old Christmas Pudding
Angel or star? Or something completely creative? This is the question that will have answers varying from person to person. The most popular choices are either an angel or a star but in recent times more creative ideas have evolved with people having the likes of bows, snowflakes, elves, popular culture symbols or anything personal… Read More Christmas collection: What is the history behind what we put at the top of our Christmas trees?
This Christmas is going to be very different for us all this year with the pandemic cancelling Christmas parties, gatherings, markets and more… However, this shake-up has re-kindled a sense of thankfulness and gratitude for our friends, family and loved ones, making this Christmas somewhat more special this year. In spirit of this, it is… Read More How to help those in need this Christmas
The care home industry has reacted and adapted to many difficult challenges this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic which took hold of the country in March. In the first lockdown news reports flooded in detailing the lack of PPE, testing and government failures. One of these failures had a massive impact on the care… Read More Care workers: The forgotten frontline of the Covid-19 pandemic
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