That’s an approximation of the tabloid headlines. But, as ever, NHS Choices offers a more solid critique of various bits of research into the effects of online social networking on [...]
Archive for April, 2011
The Eagle – Cambridge
Whether you are new to Cambridge or have been living here for many years, The Eagle Pub offers something for everyone. It is situated on Benet Street just off King’s Parade right in the heart of Cambridge. Whether you want to meet your friends, have a good night out or meet new people to discuss [...]
Travel Series Germany – Berlin
This week we are continuing our travel series on Germany. Berlin, her capital, is trying to regain its former glory of the 1920’s when it was known as very liberal city bustling during the night with parties and cultural highlights. The reunified city has completely transformed in the last 20 years and the East-West divide [...]
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
Great news for Cambridge! The Royal Couple have been given the titles of Duke and Duchess of Cambridge following their wedding today. The titles were given by Her Majesty the Queen as part of a long standing tradition of giving new titles on the wedding days of members of the Royal Family. This is fantastic news [...]
Children’s Charity Searching for Thrillseekers to Take to Skies
Action for Children is on the look out for high fliers in Cambridge to parachute out of a plane at 12,000 feet and help raise money for vulnerable children, young people and families across the UK. The children’s charity is hoping to sign up 100 jumpers to take part in The Big Jump at March [...]
Quality of Life Highest in South Cambridgeshire
In answer to your question about moving out of London to a rural area for a fresh start, we thoguht the following survey results would be of interest. According to a survey by the Halifax on every rural area in the UK, South Cambridgeshire is the best place to live. It is on the top [...]
Red Riding Hood
A cross between ‘Little Red Riding Hood’, ‘Peter and the Wolf’ and ‘Twilight’, this version of Red Riding Hood delivers on the sweet romance front however rests on the precipice of veering into dark unsettling terrority never quite taking the leap needed to scare the audience. Amanda Seyfried plays the lead protagonist Valerie, a beautiful [...]
William and Kate – Will They Last?
Well a question no doubt on everyone’s lips is whether Wills and Kate are destined to be together. Many people wonder whether the temporary split is still a niggle between them or whether it is the foundation that will hold them together. When people are not pondering about this they are questioning whether Kate has [...]
Wedding Fashion Tips
With Kate and William’s nuptials looming, wedding fever is definitely upon us. I am really looking forward to seeing Kate walk down the aisle and marry her prince. I love her sense of style and am really looking forward to seeing all those lovely frocks! A real fashion feast! But as a guest at a wedding, [...]
Top 5 Home Accessories
There is so much choice out there when it comes to accessorizing the home that deciding what items to go for can be a bit of an interior design headache. Debenhams has an excellent range of home accessories and I’ve chosen my top 5 must-have items that highlight the best of their selection. Whether you’re [...]
Happy Birthday Colourworks!
It’s time to celebrate the first birthday of the Colourworks collection – a comprehensive range of cookware that combines functional materials with stylish design and bright colours perfect for this time of year. Designed by the award-winning kitchenware company – Kitchen Craft – and launched at the beginning of 2010, the collection is a versatile [...]
Gabriel Orozco at Tate Modern Until 25 April
The Orozco exhibition, unlike Susan Hillier’s at Tate Britain (to be reviewed next week), has no constant themes. The accent is on diversity. Like Orozco himself his works are not rooted to one place, each is a focused response to a particular place and time resulting in a diverse approach to each work. Yielding stone: [...]
The Willow Tree – Bourn
The Willow Tree is a charming gastropub situated in the pretty village of Bourn. The delicious modern menu, great selection of wine & beer and friendly welcoming staff make this pub a treasured find in the Cambridgeshire countryside. Entering The Willow Tree is a pure delight. From the designer wooden stag head on the wall [...]
Artificial Pancreas Tested at Cambridge University
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have demonstrated the usability of an artificial pancreas for patients with Type 1 diabetes. The apparatus allows the regulation of the patient’s blood sugar levels during night time and thus prevents hypoglycaemia, i.e. low blood sugar levels. If blood sugar levels fall to low, patients can experience warning signs [...]
Easter at Hotel Chocolat
As Easter is almost upon us, it’s time to start thinking about chocolate and who better to meet the needs of chocoholics than Hotel Chocolat. They are the only British cocoa grower and origin chocolatier in the UK and have been passionate about real chocolate for the past 20 years. The company is all about [...]
Artificial organs – science fiction or reality?
Since the dawn of modern molecular biology and cell biology in the 1950s, many people have been dreaming of a day one can create organs in the laboratory from patients’ cell samples. Every year many patients die in hospitals due to malfunctioning or failing organs caused by various diseases or accidents. Organ transplantation from donors [...]
A Cambridge-Oxford Motorway?
Have you ever tried to travel to Oxford from Cambridge? The journey is cumbersome, long and tiring. For a long time, people have wanted to build a motorway between the two old university towns. This would not only be beneficial to the two universities, but also relieve the North of London of a lot of [...]
Bipolar Disorder Hits the Headlines
Catherine Zeta-Jones is the latest celebrity to hit the headlines as a sufferer of Bipolar Disorder. Earlier this month, her publicist announced that the Oscar winning actress made the decision to check in to a mental health facility for a brief stay to treat Ms Zeta-Jones’ Bipolar II Disorder after dealing with the stress of [...]
The Plough – Fen Ditton
The Plough Fen Ditton is a lovely traditional pub & restaurant situated in the riverside village of Fen Ditton – a short drive from central Cambridge. This friendly pub has a fantastic beer garden which runs down to the edge of the Cam and has one of the best riverside views in Cambridge. It is [...]
Cambridge University iPhone App
Now it is official! Cambridge University has its own iPhone application. This is a great service that allows connecting the pressing news from the University of Cambridge to your iPhone, iPad touch and iPad. It is a free application available for everyone and will keep you updated with news from the University. Just log onto [...]
Paris – Just a Eurostar Away!
Paris – a name associated with culture, art, the opera, the bourgeoisie and foremost a world-class cuisine. The French capital invites not only with an incredible charm, but also with an interesting mixture of old and modern architecture. Many artists flock to Paris in the summer to paint the beautiful scenery. Various churches and cathedrals [...]
Women’s Fashion Trends for Spring 2011
The catwalk collections for spring/summer 2011 were full of fabulous trends that have now hit the high street and every trendy girl about town will want to get her hands on the key trends this season. City Connect’s Fashion Guru, Alan Philippe, brings you the hottest Spring looks that are guaranteed to add some sunshine to [...]
Charity Events Calendar – May 2011
If you would like to attend any of the events listed below, let us know via Contact Us and we’ll e-mail you back by the next working day with booking details. 2nd May – BELFAST CITY MARATHON - Belfast A great, well-organised and friendly event that starts outside Belfast City Hall and finishes in Ormeau Park [...]
Hot Furnishings in Cool Pastels
Pastels are making a comeback this season, so buying new home furnishings or decoration in these cool colours will add some hot style to your home and update the look of your favourite rooms. The latest interior design trend is an explosion of ice-cream shades that look simply delicious whether they’re on walls, furniture or home accessories. This uplifting colour [...]
Gardening on a Budget
Gardening has become a low priority in the current tough economic climate. Recent research shows that a staggering 47% of us spent nothing at all on our outdoor areas in 2010. Some people have saved money by going from green to grey – covering their gardens in concrete or decking to cut down on the [...]
Have You Eaten Your Fruit Today?
Fruit are one of the best sources of vitamins, natural sugars and other components that are beneficiary to human health. Many berries have been claimed to contain valuable antioxidants that prevent oxidative damage to cells and can thus potentially help prevent cancer. Vitamins also help prevent other diseases and an apple a day keeps the [...]
Magic of the Dance in Cambridge
Magic of the Dance are finally coming to Cambridge! The spectacular Irish dance show is coming to the city on May 2 and will perform in the Corn Exchange. This is bound to be a highlight and a spectacle not to be missed. Magic of the Dance use a mixture of tap dance and modern [...]
Ask City Connect
Ask Tom – Matching Food and Wine
Dear Tom
Can you tell me how to match food and wine ? Should I stick with the classics – what about modern dishes?
Matching food and wine is probably more art [...]
Style
EMU – Fill Your Home With Loveliness
City Connect has the pleasure to announce that EMU, the new Cambridge-based home accessories company, has launched its online shop – emuhome.co.uk – ready for the summer. Read their press [...]
Relationships
How to Survive Christmas with the In-Laws
Like any good girlfriend I try to impress my boyfriend’s family as much as possible. Helping in the kitchen where need be, not swearing or smoking or drinking too much. Basically the exact opposite of [...]
