Surveys have shown gardening is second only to watching TV on the list of popular lockdown activities. Toby Musgrave writes about gardens and designs them too. He spoke to SLMan about why gardening is good for you – and how to get started.

Finding, buying and moving into a new house is stressful at the best of times. In the middle of a pandemic? Well, it’s enough to put anyone off. Which is why a buying agent might be exactly what you need. From making offers to finding a lawyer and even sealing the deal, two professional buying agents explain what they could do for you.

It’s no surprise to hear new car sales dropped 30% last year but, despite the pandemic, sales of electric cars nearly trebled in 2020. Now that the government has confirmed it will ban sales of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030, manufacturers are redoubling their focus on electric vehicles (EVs). Here are five things you need to know about – including the all-important EVs – as carmakers look to press the accelerator once more in 2021…

Jamie Jewitt is a Love Island success story. He went on the show in 2017 and emerged with his now partner, Camilla. The pair had their first child, Nell, in October. Jamie spoke to SLMan about new fatherhood, dealing with a dad bod and why boxing is his favourite form of exercise…

Risotto is one of those cosy dishes well worth the dutiful stovetop TLC required. Here, some of the UK’s top chefs share their best tips to make this comforting, winter dish using the most basic of ingredients.

Due to the pandemic, you might be forgiven for not keeping up with all the details relating to Brexit – especially when it comes to how the UK’s exit from the European Union might affect you, directly. From roaming charges to postal delays, here’s what we can expect…

A bedside table doesn’t only have to be a functional storage solution – it can easily up the style stakes of your entire bedroom. To help you curate the ultimate bedside table, SLMan asked interior designer Katherine Pooley for her top styling tips…

Magazine junkies will be familiar with Luke Abrahams’ work. A travel contributor to Condé Nast Traveller, Harper’s Bazaar, The Evening Standard, Town & Country, Vogue, TimeOut and more, few are more qualified to share their recommendations. Here, he opens up his little black book…

Whether it’s finally earning that promotion or switching jobs completely, working from home shouldn’t stop you from achieving your career goals in 2021. Easier said than done? We went to the experts to find out which resolutions are most realistic this year, and the practical ways to make them happen.

If you bought someone their first phone or iPad for Christmas Dr Tom Harrison is an education expert who’s come up with a new approach to digital parenting. Instead of trying to impose rules on fast and ever-changing technology, he suggests playing a longer game and helping your child to build character and cyber-wisdom so they can minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities of going online…

Whether you’re embracing Dry January wholeheartedly or just looking to cut back a bit after an eventful 2020, a new generation of no and low-alcohol drinks specialists are making things a lot easier – and tastier – than they used to be. From a smoky whisky replacement to an alcohol-free spirit made by the Artesian’s former head bartender, here are 12 new lighter options to try…

After all the cooking over the Christmas break, many of us will be looking for something a little more fuss free to kick-start the year. Tray bakes are simple yet delicious and are an easy way to pack loads of veg into your diet. From mushroom and cod parcels to Korean-style sticky aubergines, here are nine tasty recipes to try…