It's time to learn to love the slow lane. We are experiencing something that will become a significant historic event and I am settling into the solitude. I'm loving the bonding of community and it is heartwarming to see the ideas people have to engage with their neighbourhoods. I hope we all find time to ponder our place and purpose in the world and emerge on the other side more relaxed, more sustainable and more aware of the joy of humanity. See you on the other side. 

A great Christmas present for the foodie friend or family member. They might even invite you to come with them. Vouchers can be used on either food tour but are prices to suit each tour. Remaining balances can go towards part or full payment for another purchase.  Visit the Food Tours page to see the available tours, scroll down on that page for a link to purchase a gift vouchers. An online voucher will be emailed to you. Or click here to go straight to the purchase page. 

At this months Insiders' Lounge we delve into the idea that art is more than something to look at. This months guests discuss the therapeutic nature of art and how these benefits are being recognised in society as a way of delving behind the scenes of our thinking. Naomi Wild and Bliss Cavanagh our are guests and food blogger Ash Bailey from For My Senses will be treating us to some warming dishes. More info and tickets. 

This month's guests have given themselves permission to fly. At the February Insiders' Lounge, hear how a birth photographer and a yoga instructor are loving life's little surprises. Popping up at Insideout in Parry Street on Wednesday 3 February at 6.30. Share a meal of Ethiopian curries from Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant as part of a special project Kate is involved in and wines from Gundog Estate. More info.