Friday, 29 July 2016

Girls Night Out at Gala Bingo

Last night 8 of us went for a girls night out at Gala Bingo, I have never played bingo before but was super excited about the night out.
We arrived at around 7.30 pm and the really friendly and helpful staff helped us register, explained how each game is played and what would happen throughout the evening.
 
We started the first game of the evening off with the traditional bingo book and dabber and oh my did they call the numbers fast! - I think we were all struggling to keep up and I am pretty sure I missed a few numbers out.
During the break one of the staff said we should give the electronic boards a try, I was a little sceptical at first as I was struggling with the paper version and then thought technology would confuse me further! I was completely wrong!, we were given a quick training on the board and the most brilliant thing is that if you press auto play the machine finds each number as they are called and then flashes with the last number you need to find - all you then need to do is listen carefully and when its called call "line" or 'house" and press claim! so easily and you can also sip your wine whilst you play!
Another advantage of the electronic board is that you can order your food and wine on it and it is delivered to your table whilst you play!

The game play is straight forward as well,  you play for 1 line then 2 lines and finally for a house and some games we linked up to other national gala bingo halls.  The evening went by so quickly and was really so much fun.

Unfortunately none of us were lucky enough to win but we will definitely be going back soon for another night out!

Kelly x

Monday, 25 July 2016

Coconut Ginger & Coriander Cocktail

At the weekend I made the most delicious Coconut Ginger & Coriander Cocktail - so cool and refreshing it is the ideal drink for sipping in this gorgeous summer sun! would also be perfect to serve alongside your favourite Thai or Mexican food!

Coconut Ginger & Coriander Cocktail

Serves 1

3 Sprigs of Coriander
1 lime
2 oz of Malibu
Ginger Beer

In a tall glass add 1 or 2 springs of coriander and squeeze in the juice of half a lime. Fill your glass with ice and add the Malibu. Top up with ginger beer. Garnish with a spring of coriander and a slice of lime and enjoy!

Kelly x

Friday, 8 July 2016

Five on a Friday

Another addition of Five on a Friday

ONE: Last Friday we attended the schools annual inflatable day.  The kids had a fun packed few hours after school playing on the various inflatables.
TWO: We celebrated the 4th July at the USA themed fair at Weald Country Park - lots of family fun with Captain America, Bucking Bronco rides and American Classic Burgers!
 
THREE: Zack graduated from pre school on Wednesday, feeling emotional that my little boy is going up to big school in September and Josh will be starting pre school in September!
 
FOUR: I love a cup of coffee in the morning and when I visited the states a few years back i brought back some flavoured ground coffee (Dunkin Donuts Hazelnut and Folgers Caramel Drizzle) and unfortunately our UK supermarkets just don't seem to sell anything similar .... one lunchtime at work I went to have a look around TKMaxx and to my surprise I found these packs of coffee - can't wait to give it a try!
FIVE: One of the mums from school has started to do Avon orders so I on my recent order I picked up a bottle of Avon Moroccan Argan Oil Leave in Treatment and I am sold on it! you just need a few squirts as little goes a long way and it makes my hair feel so soft and silky and it smells amazing and at £3.50 a bottle beats some of the more expensive brands around!

Kelly x

Saturday, 2 July 2016

Red Berry Vodka Cocktail

A couple of months ago my boss returned from an overseas trip and I asked her to pick me up a bottle of flavoured vodka from the duty free, she returned with a bottle of Ciroc Red Berry Vodka - it is absolutely gorgeous! this vodka is infused with raspberries and strawberries and enjoyed as a long drink over ice with a spritz of lemonade sitting on the deck this afternoon. I can't wait to get more creative with this vodka!



Red Berry Vodka Cocktail
25 oz of Cirac Red Berry Vodka
Can of Sprite or 7up
Blueberries and diced Strawberries

In a large glass fill with ice, pour in vodka top with lemonade and garnish with berries.


Kelly x