15 Life Lessons From My Garden to Yours
Yvonne CousenPublished on: 08/02/2026
Join me for a walk down memory lane and discover the life lessons you can learn from your garden
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The Host's Edit
The Host's Edit
The Host's Edit
The Host's Edit
Dear Reader
The Host's Edit is a space for stories, tips, reflections and the odd heartfelt ramble. It's all tied together by my appreciation of good friendships, my hopeless sentimentality, the joy of bringing people together and, of course, my love of food.
Be kind to yourself and make time for you. Grab a brew, curl up in your favourite chair and have a browse. Take what you need, leave what you don’t and if something makes you smile, well, my job is done.
Dear Reader
The Host's Edit is a space for stories, tips, reflections and the odd heartfelt ramble. It's all tied together by my appreciation of good friendships, my hopeless sentimentality, the joy of bringing people together and, of course, my love of food.
Be kind to yourself and make time for you. Grab a brew, curl up in your favourite chair and have a browse. Take what you need, leave what you don’t and if something makes you smile, well, my job is done.
Dear Reader
The Host's Edit is a space for stories, tips, reflections and the odd heartfelt ramble. It's all tied together by my appreciation of good friendships, my hopeless sentimentality, the joy of bringing people together and, of course, my love of food.
Be kind to yourself and make time for you. Grab a brew, curl up in your favourite chair and have a browse. Take what you need, leave what you don’t and if something makes you smile, well, my job is done.
Dear Reader
The Host's Edit is a space for stories, tips, reflections and the odd heartfelt ramble. It's all tied together by my appreciation of good friendships, my hopeless sentimentality, the joy of bringing people together and, of course, my love of food.
Be kind to yourself and make time for you. Grab a brew, curl up in your favourite chair and have a browse. Take what you need, leave what you don’t and if something makes you smile, well, my job is done.
Yvonne Cousen
How To Survive The Silly Season
Yvonne CousenPublished on: 01/12/2025
Survive the Christmas chaos with humour and zero stress. From battling gift shopping and shapewear disasters to embracing cosy hosting at home, here’s how to keep festive season madness firmly in its place
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Books, Traditions & Recipes From The Heart
Yvonne CousenPublished on: 05/11/2025
The comfort of old books, handwritten recipes and the stories they carry. Cherished cookbooks, traditions and memories passed down through generations. How food and books connect us across time.
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Hosting A Dinner Party
Yvonne CousenPublished on: 18/08/2025
Hosting a dinner party at home? Discover practical ways to help you host with confidence, so you can enjoy the evening with less stress. Simple, helpful advice for easier entertaining.
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