Astrid Carter

1 week ago | thehandbook.com | Astrid Carter

If you’re looking for an antidote to high-gloss, all-white, marble-filled kitchens that have been everywhere for the best part of a decade, this is a trend for you. The cosy kitchen is making a comeback, with soft layers of fabric, warm lighting and cocooning colourways taking centre stage. We spoke to three interior experts to find out how to bring a bit of cottage kitchen charm into your own home…“Overhead lighting can feel a bit stark, especially in the evenings.

1 week ago | thehandbook.com | Astrid Carter

Europe, Hot Hotels, Hotel Reviews, Travel Lakeside views framed by sweeping mountains, exquisite tasting menus, an impressive spa, enchanting interiors, five-star service, and a fairytale castle to top it all off… Austria’s Rosewood Schloss Fuschl, just half an hour from the city of Salzburg, is a near-perfect hotel. Astrid Carter, Contributing Fashion & Lifestyle Editor at The Handbook, had the pleasure of staying in the luxury hotel for two nights.

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Astrid Carter

With Fashion Month coming to an end and spring on the horizon, The Handbook’s fashion team share their new season fashion picks keeping them up at night. We have all bases covered, from cute hair accessories that will transform a look to the surprisingly affordable suede tote that fits our Editor’s laptop in. As well as high street heroes to shop on payday and a limited edition cocktail dress our Fashion Editor will be wearing for decades to come…Natasha Harding, Digital Editor1.

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Astrid Carter |Gordon Ramsay

Mother’s Day is just around the corner (30th March, if you need a reminder), and we have a heartfelt edit from Cath Kidston to celebrate the ones who raised us. Whether you’re buying for the mother figure in your life, your partner, or are keen to make some hints for yourself (no judgement here), there’s no better place than one of Britain’s most loved and iconic brands to start at.

1 month ago | thehandbook.com | Astrid Carter |Gordon Ramsay

British Pie Week (3rd-9th March) returns this week, and as if we needed an excuse to get stuck into one of Britain’s best-loved dishes, we’re taking it. London is packed with restaurants and pubs serving up the flakey, homely dish, but we’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up the very best in the capital. From the classics like steak and ale to cheffy takes with wild combinations, check out our favourites here.