In Ode to the Christmas Carol Ella Lee discusses the annual Christmas classics Whether you share the opinion that “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” or not, you know its Christmas when you walk into Tesco to do your weekly food shop and find yourself walking with a slight swing in your step, […]
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Gossip Girl 2.0: Nostalgia or Flop?
In light of the upcoming Gossip Girl reboot, Sophia Hill weighs up the pros and cons of TV remakes “Hey Upper East Siders. Gossip Girl here. And I have the biggest news ever.” In a final bid to save 2020, HBO have pulled out the big guns and confirmed a reboot of the hit 2000s […]
Bake Off’s Eggsilarating Semi-Final
Clemence Smith reviews the penultimate week of the GBBO! As four of the UK’s best bakers fought for a place in the Bake Off final, drama was bound to unfold, and this year’s semi-final didn’t disappoint. Patisserie week proved to be just as intimidating as it sounds. The contestants baked twelve pâte à savarin for […]
Houseplant Happiness
Olivia Richards extols the virtues of houseplants! Over the last few years there has been a sharp spike in people buying houseplants; whether this be because people who don’t have gardens want to bring some life indoors or students simply wanting to personalise a bland student room. I have noticed that houseplants have gained a […]
Mental Health in Lockdown
Livia Cockerell discusses the impact of continued lockdowns on people’s mental health, and suggests some ways to boost your mood On 5th November, England entered a second national lockdown in order to protect the physical health of the most vulnerable within our society. However, for many the question has arisen as to whether this decision […]
Endometriosis: The Invisible Struggle
Nicole Lundigran tackles the stigma surrounding reproductive health, shining a light on the little-discussed yet debilitating condition of Endometriosis There has always been a quiet kind of stigma surrounding reproductive health in the UK, a subtle understanding to steer clear of words like ‘periods’ and ‘cramps’ in a public conversation. This attitude of perpetually avoiding […]
Why do friendships take a back seat?
Why do friendships take a back seat? Lifestyle Writer Eirwen Abberley Watton discusses how society has constructed our lives around prioritising marriage The Coronavirus Pandemic is a backdrop against which many people are reconsidering the things that matter most. A recent article from The Atlantic, titled “What if Friendship, Not Marriage, Was at the Center […]
The Best Independent Coffee Shops In Exeter
Rebecca Colyer runs Exeposé through her favourite independent coffee shops in Exeter With the second lockdown already a week underway, supporting local businesses is key to their survival, so grab yourself a takeaway coffee with a friend! Below are the top five cafes that are still open and are offering great lockdown treats and discounts. […]
Winter Beauty
Costanza Sardelli delves into the world of winter beauty and recommends some looks for Exeposé readers to try out With autumn coming to a close and winter opening its doors in the middle of another lockdown, now seems to be the best time to sharpen your makeup skills and expand your repertoire. To all of […]
Winter Warmers: The Perfect Homemade Hot Chocolate
Winter Warmers: The Perfect Homemade Hot Chocolate Jo Leyland takes us through her simply perfect homemade chocolate for those cosy nights in If you think you’ve had a PERFECT homemade hot chocolate, please let me introduce you to the perfect recipe, which blends ease with a spectacular result! No more saucepans full of milk, no […]