Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2023
You don’t need to go far for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, our creative local businesses have got just the right thing for you.
Seasonal Guides & Trends
Local Biz Advent 2022
Did you follow along with our Local Biz Advent of 2022? We showcased 24 amazing local businesses from Herts, Beds and Bucks; all opening their doors for us!
Christmas Treasure Hunt
10 clues to find a special Christmas treat! Get this free download to create a fun Christmas treasure hunt for the kids!
Enjoy a Taste of The Chilterns this Christmas!
Looking for a perfect dessert to share this Christmas? Rebecca from Chilterns Recipe Book has the perfect one for us!
Enjoy Christmas Food without Piling on the Pounds
For many of us the best thing about Christmas is enjoying the delicious festive fare with family and friends. In this guest blog, Cathy Court gives us some tips on how to do this whilst sticking to a healthy diet.
How can you support Local Business this Black Friday?
As always we’re championing small, local, independent business this Black Friday and have two things we want you to do this year. Read on to find out more (including whether Black Friday is good for independent business and some alternatives to it).
Five Ways with Courgettes
If you (or anyone you know) grows courgettes I’m guessing you have a LOT available right now. Here’s five of my favourite recipes (include 2 sweet ones because you really can make cake with courgettes!).
Iced Coffee Cocktail Recipe
With the current hot weather what better recipe than an iced coffee cocktail, from our member the Cocktailmaker. Read on for the full recipe & enjoy!
Local Picnic Spots
It’s time to get the hamper packed and enjoy a picnic with friends & family – where better than in Herts, Beds & Bucks! Here’s a pick of 5 of our favourite local picnic spots.
Platinum Jubilee Local Guide
The country is buzzing with Platinum Jubilee fever; this is certainly an historic occasion and am sure many of you already have plans for how you will be celebrating. It feels particularly special after so many celebrations being restricted over the past 2 years; this is a true opportunity for the community to come together …