My around the world travels 2006!

Mad! I woke up this morning remembering my blog login details after dreaming about my travels! Went onto the website and couldn't believe it was still there! 

Check out all of my photos and locations on my original travel blog....x

www.getjealous.com/xxxbabybluexxx

Eg: Hiller Lake in Australia

Christmas Gingerbread Men/Women by Chef Walsh x

As all my friends and family know I love cooking! Never been taught or shown, but I love to practice weekly as a hobby and interest. 

Here some gingerbread men I decided to make for Christmas....plus recipe below.

Makes 20

Ingredients

- 350g/12oz plain flour, plus extra for rolling out

- 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

- 2 tsp ground ginger

- 1 tsp ground cinnamon

- 125g/4½oz butter

- 175g/6oz light soft brown sugar

- 1 free-range egg

- 4 tbsp golden syrup

To decorate

- writing icing

- cake decorations

1. Sift together the flour, bicarbonate of soda, ginger and cinnamon and pour into the bowl of a food processor. Add the butter and blend until the mix looks like breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar. 

2. Lightly beat the egg and golden syrup together, add to the food processor and pulse until the mixture clumps together. Tip the dough out, knead briefly until smooth, wrap in clingfim and leave to chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.

3. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Line two baking trays with greaseproof paper. 

4. Roll the dough out to a 0.5cm/¼in thickness on a lightly floured surface. Using cutters, cut out the gingerbread men shapes and place on the baking tray, leaving a gap between them. 

5. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden-brown. Leave on the tray for 10 minutes and then move to a wire rack to finish cooling. When cooled decorate with the writing icing and cake decorations.

Skala in Kefalonia Greek Island staying at Regina Del Aqua 5* Hotel

As a huge fan of Greek food and culture and also travelling and living on one for a year, it is so nice to stay within a traditional designed hotel sometimes instead of the super modern ones to experience the real 'feel' of a place. 

Nothing beats sunshine, tanning, good food, seeing the hidden gems of a country and being near the sea.

Here I am relaxing in Kefalonia's Regina Del Aqua 5* traditional boutique hotel in Skala, enjoying the stunning view of the Mediterranean sea. This quiet hotel is so peaceful perfect to peacefully sunbathe with only a 8 minute walk into Skala town,

Perfect sea view and balcony.

The pool was virtually empty every day and we and buttons by our sun loungers to call the waiters which was a nice bonus. 

Veeraswamy - One of the first Indian restaurants in London

So I had heard about Veeraswamy's on Regent Street in London for a while, and as a huge curry fan I had to check it out! I took my mother for her birthday with my brother, and I have to admit it was one of the best curries I had ever had. Founded in 1926 this amazing Indian restaurant is hidden away above a shop on Regent Street, the entrance is on Swallow street where you enter a narrow entrance and get a lift up to the first floor.

The decor was very traditional with the air smelling of fragrant spices and soft lighting.

With petals on the table we were placed over looking the busy regent street below watching the world go by which was really magical. , mango chutney and fresh onion mix, however their dips were a bit unusual but it is all part of the experience.

We ordered a selection of starters, mains, puddings and drinks to sample the whole experience. The Lobster Malabar was out of this world with such a creamy tomato sauce! I was however thrown as I do love my traditional dips for my poppadoms which I am used to getting (pickled chilli vegetables, mint sauce yogurt, mango chutney and fresh raw onions) instead their dips were slightly unusual flavours but it was all part of the experience.

Overall it a lovely meal which I would say is worth going to say you've been, or for a special occasion. Best curry I have ever had!

A few girly last minute gift suggestions

E-vape bubblegum flavour, no nicotine, with a diamonte at the end so cute! From Vape Emporium in Hampstead/London

Blackcurrant Jam Candle 

www.flamingocandles.co.uk

Smells divine!! 

Marc Jacobs Army Two Tone Watch

from Harrods

Urban Decay - Vice 3 eyeshadow palette

That plum colour really makes blue eyes stand out!! Used this on my birthday.

Younique 3D mascara

No need to use fake eyelashes with this new fibre mascara! 

Huarache Nike ladies silver trainers

18 carat gold iPad Air from Gold Genie

Personalised rustic slate cheese board

From Treat Relublic

Got bought this for my birthday as I love my cheese! 

I hope this helped! 🎁

Xmas Pastry Party Treats

Can't wait to try some of these amazing recipes! Thank you so much to the brand Theos for sending me so many goodies! Available to buy in Tescos. I used this previously to make my spinach parcels and it is so easy to use and have a lovely flavour when cooked! x

Introduction to Miss Luxury Lifestyle

Hi Everyone! I am Katie, 32 years old, from North London. I have been working as an Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant to CEO's, Presidents, and Ultra High Net Worth Individuals for more than 11 years. 

I have mainly been working around the music industry within major record labels, but also within TV, radio, finance, property, luxury concierge and also living/working abroad. I am a huge foodie, I really enjoy travelling, love socialising, adventure, new things and sampling the finer things in life where I can. I have been advised by friends and colleagues to start a blog to share my passion for luxury lifestyle with you all... so here I am.

I hope to review, experience and recommend the way of living a 'Luxury Lifestyle'. From sampling hotels, restaurants, events, music, fashion, testing products, gift suggestions, transport, travel, cooking (as I am a keen cook and huge foodie #chefwalsh), beauty, fashion, gadgets, clubs, bars, wedding venues, holidays, things to do and places to visit.  I'm up for videos, pictures, reviews, anything really, so if you have any ideas or suggestions please get in touch and email at katie@missluxurylifestyle.com .

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