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7 IDEAL TIPS TO HELP YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY TO VEGANISM IN 2021
Veganuary is well and truly upon us, but this year, for many, the decision to go plant based may well last beyond January 31st. Indeed, veganism has never been...
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7 RESOLUTIONS TO KICK START YOUR NEW YEAR ON THE FRONT FOOT
Ideal for those looking to enjoy new perspectives after a rough 2020. A new year brings a cathartic, cleansing appeal for many. Every beginning of a year is a chance...
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5 TIPS FOR KEEPING CALM IN STRESSFUL TIMES
A wide ranging UK study into the health impact of the coronavirus pandemic released last month and covered in the Guardian found that ‘’in the early stages of lockdown...
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WHAT WE’RE INTO THIS WEEK – 23.11.20
5 IDEAL things to get you through a winter spent indoors... Here we go again. Lockdown 2.0 is upon us, and its predicted three week residency feels optimistic. Instead, the...
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CHRISTMAS DINNER DELIVERY: 2020’s BEST AT HOME RECIPE BOXES FROM THE UK’S TOP RESTAURANTS
Ideal for taking the hassle out of Christmas. There’s nothing quite like Mum’s Christmas roast dinner. But judging by the way 2020 has been misbehaving, as we’re sure you’ve...
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7 RETRO/VINTAGE INSPIRED PIECES EVERY WARDROBE NEEDS
Ideal for fashioning a timeless wardrobe. Retro, vintage, old fashioned...call it what you like, but after the year we’ve all had, there’s huge comfort to be found in looking...
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SICILIAN TRAVEL TIPS: 5 IDEAL THINGS TO DO IN PALERMO
If you’re seeking a city break with a difference, to bring some colour and excitement to an otherwise drab year, then Palermo might be just the place for you....
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4 OF THE BEST PLACES FOR FOODIE TRIPS TO FRANCE
Ideal for a Gallic gastronomic getaway. Anyone else been watching reruns of Rick Stein’s Secret France to sedate their longing for foreign, free wheeling travel? We at IDEAL stand guilty...
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5 IDEAL INTERIOR DESIGN TIPS FOR AUTUMN
Though the sunshine and good times are resolutely, stubbornly still with us (not that we’re complaining), the rain and the cold are finally set to descend come the weekend....
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HOW TO PREPARE YOUR CAR FOR A LONG ROAD TRIP: 6 IDEAL CHECKS
There’s something wonderful about a long road trip, particularly in these uncertain times when socialising, congregating and the rest is mired in confusion. In a world where everything is...
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HOTEL REVIEW: JULES ET JIM – THE IDEAL PLACE FOR A LOVE STORY IN PARIS’ TRENDIEST NEIGHBOURHOOD
For those in thrall to the seductive pull of Paris, a warning; not every love story has a happy ending. For every snatched kiss at the top of the...
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HOTEL REVIEW: HOTEL MAX, PARIS – IDEAL FOR A WEEKEND AWAY IN AN ACCESSIBLE AND QUIET AREA
Welcome to Paris. Effortless chic? Tick. The finest food on every thoroughfare. Yep, still intact. Drags on gauloise still punctuate debate over Sartre. The nostalgic smell of caramelised cheese...
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5 IDEAL WINE PAIRINGS FOR THE UK’S FAVOURITE TAKEAWAYS
Us Brits love a takeaway. It should come as no surprise, then, that during lockdown takeaway service revenues have soared, with online food delivery declared as being ‘one of...
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7 IDEAL DESTINATIONS WE CAN’T WAIT TO VISIT ONCE THIS THING’S ALL OVER
Because we all need something to look forward to during this tough time, right? A little escapism on your screen, a lot of imagination from your sofa, and several...
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HOW TO CREATE THE IDEAL WINE BAR EXPERIENCE AT HOME
Do you know something that’s really surprised us about lockdown life? Yes, we’re missing restaurants terribly. Sure, we can’t wait for a properly poured pint of Guinness in a...
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5 WAYS TO MAKE THE MOST OUT OF YOUR GARDEN THIS SUMMER
Can you feel the beads of sweat beginning? Do you see the mercury rising? Can you detect a whiff of summer in the freshly cut grass? Yep, the warm...
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10 IDEAL TIPS FOR MAKING HOMEMADE ICE CREAM
Get the scoop on making dreamy creamy ice cream with these top tips... When the weather warms up, there’s nothing better than a scoop of ice cream to cool you down....
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5 INTERIOR DESIGN TRICKS FOR CREATING A SANCTUARY AT HOME THIS SUMMER
Ideal for a calm and soothing domestic environment. You might be feeling that your life is in a major state of flux right now. Don’t worry; you’re not alone. With...
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5 OF THE BEST RESTAURANTS CLOSE TO FISHERMAN’S WHARF, SAN FRANCISCO
A series looking at the best dining options within walking distance (1 mile) of city landmarks worldwide. Here, we offer our 5 IDEAL restaurants close to Fisherman's Wharf, San...
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8 IDEAL TIPS FOR DEALING WITH HAYFEVER & DUST ALLERGIES AT HOME
With the weather warming up and the pollen count rising, hayfever season has loudly announced itself with a massive sneeze. And just when you thought it was safe to...
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10 ECO-FRIENDLY ALTERNATIVES FOR EVERYDAY DISPOSABLE ITEMS
Ideal for those looking to be a little kinder to the environment this year. It’s estimated that nearly five million tonnes of plastic is used in the UK every year,...
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5 WAYS TO EMERGE FROM LOCKDOWN LOOKING FRESH AND FEELING FOCUSED
When we finally emerge from our homes after months spent indoors, blinking into the light and looking rather pasty, we’re not quite sure how...
4 STYLISH SHOE TRENDS FOR SPRING 2021
Wondering what spring 2021 will bring? Well, this season in the shoe world, it’s all about comfort and practicality. After a year spent indoors,...
FROM DIOR MULES TO CUTE CLOGS: 5 SHOES WE’RE COVETING FOR SUMMER 2021
The sun has shone brightly over Britain lately. Suddenly, the mood is more buoyant, ice creams almost acceptable, and the anticipation for the warmer...
6 DELICIOUS FOODS THAT ARE HIGH IN ZINC
Ideal for those looking to optimise their diets today. Zinc is an essential nutrient found in the cells throughout our bodies. Essential, in this instance,...
4 FUN GROUP EXERCISES YOU CAN DO OUTSIDE THIS SPRING
The Government has announced that gyms can open from the 12th April and we couldn’t be happier! However, after months of being cooped up...
THE WORKCATION: 5 IDEAL TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL WORKING VACATION
We’re sure we don’t need to tell you twice, since you’re probably reading this from your home office set up, but here it goes,...
4 POSSIBLE PATHS TO ENTERING THE LEGAL PROFESSION IN 2021
Are you tired of your job and looking for a change? One that can totally transform your lifestyle, financial stability, and sense of accomplishment?...
6 TIPS ON HOW TO START A FOOD BUSINESS FROM YOUR HOME KITCHEN
Since COVID changed just about every facet of our everyday, more people than ever have found solace in the kitchen, with amateur bakers, butchers,...
5 EVERYDAY WAYS YOU MIGHT BE DAMAGING YOUR SKIN
And the IDEAL ways to remedy them. They say that your skin tells a story. And sadly for those of us who neglect the body's...
7 IDEAL MORNING COFFEE REPLACEMENTS TO KICK YOUR DAY OFF RIGHT
Not coffee. Anything but coffee. Is nothing sacred anymore? We hear the desperation in your voice, and rest assured; we feel you. We’re not here...