• Some Egg-citing Alternatives This Easter

    As Easter slowly creeps up on us, I think it’s safe to say that everyone has chocolate on the brain (thanks Tesco with your annoyingly tempting and reasonably priced £1.50 Easter eggs). If the idea of eating another chocolate Easter egg makes you sigh with resignation instead of filling...
  • Mexico: truths and misconceptions

    Mexico is full of surprises; both good and bad. As an avid traveller, languages student Eleni Philippou has gathered some interesting thoughts about the land of burritos. So without further ado here are five misconceptions and five truths about Mexico:  Misconceptions about Mexico: 1. Skulls symbolize death If you...
  • The World’s Weirdest Halloweens

    Wondering how weird and wacky Halloween festivities can get around the world? Here are our top seven countries with the strangest traditions that give the simple British Trick or Treat a run for its money. 7. Italy If you’re partial to a ghost feasting on a specially prepared gourmet dinner, head...