January can be a tough month, what with the chilly weather, dim sunshine and all the resolutions you’re already failing. But fear not, my lovelies, as I’ve found 19 Things to Look forward to in London 2019. From culture and circus, to art shows and blockbuster films, there’s something fabulous for all ages….
My Year in Review and Goals for 2019
Is it ridiculously late to do a year in review post? Sod it, I’m doing one anyway. My youngest just went back to school mid-week, and this is my first weekend to reflect, after slowly easing into work mode. 2018 was kind of a game changer for me, and it’s been fun going…
Last Minute Gifts for Her + Jana Reinhardt Giveaway
Stuck for what to buy that special woman in your life? Read on for gift ideas you can snap up… well, in a snap. And scroll down for today’s Festive Freebies offer! Festive Freebies: Jana Reinhardt When jewellery brand Jana Reinhardt got in touch to see if we’d be interested in featuring them…
Last Minute Gifts for Family and Home + Eva Sonaike Giveaway
If you’re looking for a gift to make a whole family happy, I’ve got some cool ideas to inspire you. Let’s start with today’s Festive Freebies offer. Festive Freebies: Eva Sonaike Eva Sonaike is a familiar name to any avid follower of Babes about Town. She’s been a participant in our Christmas giveaways…
Last Minute Gifts for Him + Dry Drinker Giveaway
Sorted for a gift for the man in your life, or still racking your brain? Scroll further down for gift inspiration and remember, a voucher/gift card towards these or any other present also counts! Festive Freebies: Dry Drinker ’Tis the season to be merry, and yet lashings of liquor + noisy kids and a…
Hansel and Gretel at The Place (Babes Review)
Hansel and Gretel are not Danes. Nope, they’re African in this vibrant and playful dance piece by Uchenna Dance company (creators of The Head Wrap Diaries). The rascally brother and sister duo play hide and seek and other African playground games — it was fun to see a version of a Nigerian clapping…
Flash Giveaway: Seussical the Musical
Almost every Christmas on Babes about Town, we go a bit nuts with our 12 Days of Xmas giveaway series. This year, I’m slowing down the pace and doing things a little differently. In the lead-up to Christmas Eve, I’ll be sharing some last minute gift ideas along with a Festive Freebie. So…
Year of Engineering and Marvel: More Heroes Needed (Aptitude Test)
Marvel and the Year of Engineering: More Heroes Needed ‘Mum, guess what? I took an aptitude test at school and it said I’m either gonna be a professional footballer, or a football coach, or a sports commentator. Or maybe a video game designer…’ Now I’m not your typical Nigerian tiger mother….
