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    • Biscuits & Cookies
    • Bread, buns & pastry
    • Cake
    • Savoury
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    Ski season,  Travel

    Packing for a ski season: 5 unexpected items you need

    November 28, 2020 /

    With 6 months of mountain life ahead of you, packing for a ski season is an exciting task. It’s important to pack the essentials like that brand new ski coat you’ve been waiting to show off, snow proof shoes and plenty of layers. But, here’s a seasonaire’s guide on 5 unexpected items you need on your packing list to make mountain life that little more comfortable. *Note, this post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, I may receive commission (at no additional cost to you). Thanks for your support. For more information, click here. #1 Toiletries Obviously you mustn’t forget the classics such as hair…

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    Ski Season Jobs: Where to Start

    March 30, 2018 /

    So, you fancy doing a ski season? But, how do you go about spending a winter in the mountains? This guide explains the ski season jobs available in order to help you find the best one for you. It will also explain your options on where to spend 6 months surrounded by snow. Unfortunately, the mountains are a pretty expensive place to spend a week, let alone five months, so ideally you’ll need to get a job. You may think that your only option is to become a “chalet girl/guy”, but there’s actually plenty of choices for jobs. Keep reading for a few ideas. I did my first ski season…

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    Chalet Host Confessions – A Day in the Life

    February 16, 2018 /

    A day in the life of a chalet host. 6:45 am The hardest part of a chalet host’s day. I’m shocked awake in disbelief that it’s already morning because only too soon was I placing my head on the pillow. It’s a fumbled grab in the dark for my phone as it begins its chiming duet with my fellow chalet host roommates. Sleep is such a precious thing that I only allow fifteen minutes to make myself presentable. I change into my uniform that will forever smell of food, no matter how many times I wash it. I head into the bathroom; turning on the tap as I scrape my…

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About Els

Hey, I'm Ellie
I’m a major foodie, avid skier and travel lover. After a personal tragedy in 2017, I started this blog to focus my mind and begin sharing my travel experiences and baking knowledge. Hope you enjoy, Els x
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