There is definitely a different feeling in London at this time of year. In the summer months everything lights up and we appreciate our surroundings as we forget about the grey and dreary British winter. We can often find ourselves feeling more energetic and sociable in these months and more inclined to say yes to...Read More
The final week before Christmas can be a stressful time; there’s those last-minute gifts still to buy, mountains of wrapping to be done, final decoration to be hung and groceries to be brought. But the festive period is the perfect time to experiment a little and to help you get into the festive spirit we’ve...Read More
The UK’s love for coffee has reached the point of outgrowing the lifeless, sales driven service offered by high street juggernauts such as Starbucks and Costa. Consumers are now on the hunt for artisan cafes and independent roasters to quench their caffeine addiction, and feed their social media timelines with aesthetically pleasing photographs. Identifying a need...Read More
I’m not shy to admit I love a good drink and to be honest I’ll usually drink anything – except Tequila, please no Tequila. At only 22 it’s not easy to guess that I’ve frequented my fair share of awful pubs and bars, from the local pubs that serve cheap beer and ‘skittle bombs’, to...Read More
The social season is officially here and it’s time to clean up the BBQ, polish up on your Pimm’s mixing, and set the scene for a summer of fun. Everyone wants to entertain when the sunshine arrives, but the trick to doing it well doesn’t come easy. And with so many parties dominating your calendar, you...Read More
When you stand in front of an audience I wonder what you see. Last Monday, MSL celebrated its 4th birthday in our favourite venue, The Club at The Ivy. As I opened the evening I saw smiling faces of different generations, inquisitive faces of men and women who were keen to know about the developments...Read More
Follow the road down Park Street, past the Banksy and off in the middle of a dark street you wouldn’t have otherwise noticed, you’ll see a red light, at first you’ll overlook it but it will call your name. Pick up the public telephone and a lady on the other line will ask how many...Read More
Summer has arrived, the sun is (sometimes) shining, and the barbeques are sizzling. The time has come to raid the drinks cabinet or venture down to your local in quest of a refreshing alcoholic beverage to quench your thirst and forget about the horrific sunburn you got from five minutes outside. Have a peek at...Read More
Every two minutes, one more person is diagnosed and starts treatment for leprosy. It’s curable but many people who are not diagnosed early are permanently disabled and they may be shunned by their families and communities. Lepra is an international charity fighting disease, poverty and prejudice. Working in India and Bangladesh, they focus...Read More
So the sun is finally shining over Britain, spring is most certainly in the air and thoughts begin to turn to BBQs, festivals, picnics and beach days. Here at Semple we’ve decided that is we are going to look our best at all these summer events then we really need to take a look at...Read More
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