Previously Features and Theatre Editor at What’s On Media Group,
Lauren came to DesignMyNight in 2021 - now putting eight years of
experience in the UK hospitality, arts and entertainment space to
use as our Lead Editor.
Having lived and worked in Sweden, York, London and Manchester,
Lauren has regional, national and international expertise. And when
she's not writing for DesignMyNight? You'll find her eating small
plates at neighbourhood restaurants and sinking pints in old
Manchester pubs.
Between Harry Potter-themed experiences and
events and the release of 2023 role-playing game Hogwarts
Legacy, there are already plenty of ways to immerse yourself in the
Wizarding World. But when you want...
While it's true that veganism,
vegetarianism and pescetarianism are on the rise, great quality
meat remains a staple in many Brits' diets. You only need to look
at the rise...
Considered somewhat of a sister to both tennis and padel, pickleball is another trending racket
sport that's going from strength to strength. Founded in the 60s by
three American dads...
National Trust's Lyme Park, featured in
BBC's 1995 adaptation of Pride & Prejudice, is just one of the
places you can visit for free.
While we wait for spring to...
The capital of Scotland is also,
arguably, the capital of the country's restaurant and dining scene
(we'll let you argue that one out, with the likes of
Glasgow and St Andrews...
From warming potato pancakes to
dumplings stuffed with veggies, meat and cheese; if there are any
country's citizens who know how to whip up a comforting, hearty
plate of grub,...
Image: Ardross Castle
in Ross-shire.
Now on its third series, stand-out favourite gameshow
The Traitors - based on Dutch
series De Verraders - has up to £120,000
offered as a prize. The catch?...
From interactive experiences and
augmented reality to walking among the famous works of Van Gogh or
Monet, our city has really stepped things up a notch when it comes
to...
Looking for places to eat to satisfy
your health-kick? Whether you're a long-term clean eater, turning
over a new leaf or just after somewhere serving a healthier take on
your...
Taking set menus up a gear, tasting menus usually
feature four or more courses - smaller portions designed to give
diners a greater breadth of dishes to try, where chefs...
Ahh, the Pampas; these fertile
grasslands in South America might be famous for being home to
Argentinian gauchos (cowboys), but they also expand over Brasil's
most southerly state,
Rio Grande do...
Festive decor and beaut views make this
the ideal winter wonderland.
We all know winter only arrives in Manchester once 20 Stories announce their
rooftop theme - and the après ski...