Sober IS fun: alcohol free events in London this Dry January, from comedy nights to booze-free bars January 11, 2023 Whether you’re swerving the sauce completely or scaling back the drinking and going for a Damp January like this lot, here are the low and no alcohol events this month that don’t skimp on fun. Party, laugh out loud and experiment with new flavours with these alcohol free events for Dry January. A new bar [...]
Already failing Dry January? Don’t worry – why alcohol free isn’t actually the answer January 6, 2023 Helen ditched booze on the 1st of January, the same as she has done for the past six years with the aim of doing Dry January, but she has always found herself drinking again before the month ends. On average she drinks one glass of wine every other day and describes herself as a “happy” [...]
Dry January: Pub bosses call on Brits to do their duty and get down the local – even if it’s for non-alcoholic beers January 3, 2023 Publicans have issued a rallying cry for punters to continue to back their local boozer this month as the industry battles an economic downturn – despite the growing trend for a ‘dry January‘ month off the sauce. The sector has struggled with sky-high energy bills all while consumers’ feel the pinch of household bills increasing [...]
What’s on in London this weekend? Top art, culture and film January 18, 2024 Ease through Dry January with our booze-free guide to what's on in London this weekend, including art, culture and film.
Sober shaming: One in five pressured to drink by friends February 6, 2024 Dry January is over, but 'sober shaming' is a year-round issue. An addiction rehab expert at Rehabs UK answers the most pressing questions.
Top 5 recommended… wellness drinks for mindful unwinding January 8, 2024 Dry January is seen as a month of sacrifice. But abstaining from drinking doesn't have to be boring if you choose your drinks wisely.
Burns Night in London: 13 places to enjoy the perfect Burns supper January 24, 2024 If you fancy ending Dry January with a big old dram of Scotland's finest, here are 13 restaurants celebrating Burns Night with a Burns Supper
London alcohol free bar criticises major drinks brands as ‘ignorant’ January 11, 2024 London's official Dry January bar has called out big alcohol brands for being 'ignorant' about what makes a good alcohol free drink
Everything you didn’t know about alcohol addiction January 1, 2024 Avoiding alcohol can cause angst, particularly for those already living with alcohol addiction. Priory consultant psychiatrist Dr David McLaughlan sheds light on the importance of responsible alcohol consumption this Dry January.
No more Dry January – let’s do Damp January with wine instead January 6, 2021 With the third lockdown, home-schooling, and the food and drink industry on its knees, this is not the year for a ‘Dry January’. I say instead we make it a ‘Damp January’, using the time to improve our relationship with booze, find new loves, and support independent food and drink businesses. Here are my top [...]