Inside Melly's Mind

I had the most exquisite dining experience at Prithvi, in Cheltenham and was privileged enough to be the host too. Find out why they're the best in their category, on TripAdvisor.

A narrowboat, amazing food, a canalside setting and breathtaking decor? Sounds like an evening at The Canal House.

Amazing Thai food, brilliant company in the form of Sian Victoria and a gorgeous setting? Sounds like a perfect Thursday night out to me...

I've been looking to add more interiors inspo to my blog, so when Dandelion Interiors got in touch, I thought that would be the perfect opportunity to bring something new to my blog.

We need to stop imposing what we want on other people.  I had a conversation with a friend the other day who, in a round about way, suggested that I'm boring.  Yes, I was in bed watching a documentary about Poundland - which is brilliant by the way - but their response of 'Lol, you need a holiday' really upset me. For a number of reasons.  First of all , you need to mind your own business.  You're not in a position to tell me what I need because you don't know enough about where I'm at.  Jobs aren't the same as careers. I cannot just abandon ship and let the company replace me. I am the company, at this moment in time. Leave people be.  There is nothing more insulting than 'you know what you need to do?' kind of people.  You can't take directions from people who've never been where you're headed. Also, don't   take advice from someone who has never built anything.  One thing that I've learnt i

I was about 19 when I first encountered Urban Decay and I've loved them ever since. Their products make amazing gifts and now, their lip products are up there with my all-time favourites.

Being a grown-up is about so much more than paying bills. As much as I'd like to avoid dealing with anything that requires a trip to the doctor, sometimes it can't be ignored and you just have to be brave.