A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
The hottest month on record has come to a scorching close yet the heatwave continues to ebb and flow in what promises to be a deliciously warm August.This issue is jammed full of ideas to help you get the most out of London in such sizzling temperatures. If you’ve spent the last few weeks melting on the tube and cowering in air conditioned retail units, you are certain to find some inspiration for respite in this season’s features. Never mind escaping the city, there is an array of urban beaches to explore amongst our very own streets and we’ve got all the details to help you enjoy them. Couple a trip to an urban beach with a London cruise and you’ve simulated a mini break without the hassle and expense of travel. Don’t fancy a stuffy cinema but still want to catch the lastest Fast and Furious? Try one of the open air experiences we’ve detailed in our feature and savour the warm nights. In addition to city pleasures, this issue brings you some nourishing tips on wellbeing and mental health. Our article about mindfulness shares insight into staying present and embracing the moment; no easy feat when besieged with the constant demands of our needy cell phones. We also look into the link between self-image and beauty regimes and review some tech to help you stay active. London is buzzing with outdoor novelties this summer, explore what’s on offer and take some time for yourself in between. In short, self-love is the order of the day so fuel up on sleep, SPF and perhaps a cheeky Aperol spritz.
Rona Smith Guest Editor
SUMMER 2019 EDITION CONTENTS
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HEALTHY BEAUTY SIX POSITIVE WAYS BEAUTY CAN AFFECT YOUR WELLBEING. PAGE 8
VEGAN DIET A BRIEF LOOK AT THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE VEGAN AND PLANT BASED DIETS. PAGE 12
PREGNANCY AND SLEEP 5 EASY WAYS TO GET A BETTER NIGHT’S KIP. PAGE 18
HOW SHOULD WE BEE HAVE? A SHORT GUIDE ON HOW TO BEE PREPARED. PAGE 22
FROM THE BOTTOM UP A SHORT LOOK AT THE HISTORY OF THE APEROL SPRITZ. PAGE 24
THE GREAT OUTDOORS 4 GREAT ADVENTURES FOR THE SUMMER. PAGE 26
JUST BEACHY BEST URBAN BEACHES IN LONDON TO VISIT THIS SUMMER.’ PAGE 34
STOP TAKING CRAP- TOP TIPS FOR TRAVELLING WITH IRRITABLE BOWEL. PAGE 36
HOW TO GET YOUR CRUISE ON.PAGE 38
READY STEADY READ SUMMER BOOK CLUB PAGE 44
THE RISING TREND OF BURMESE AND SRI LANKAN CUISINE IN LONDON. PAGE48
BEING PRESENT- YOUR EASY GUIDE TO LIVING IN THE MOMENT. PAGE 50
COUCH TO 5K APPY RUNNING PAGE 54
A NOVICE GUIDE FOR THE NEW TO CAMPING PAGE 60
LONDON’S QUIRKY AND INNOVATIVE RESTAURANTS PAGE 66
VEGAN BARBECUE IT’S ABOUT THYME PAGE 68
PICTURE PEFECT ZONE OUT IN AN OPEN AIR CINEMA PAGE 82
STAY MAD ABOUT YOU HOW TO LOOK AFTER YOUR MENTAL HEALTH THIS SUMMER PAGE 88
THE SILVER LINE HELPLINE FOR OLDER PEOPLE PAGE 92
TOP 5 BEST PLACES TO PICNIC IN LONDON THIS SUMMER PAGE 94