THE BRANCH BLOG 

I’ve heard it said that people come into our lives for a reason, bringing something we must learn. And we are led to those who help us most to grow, if we let them, and we help them in return. Well, I don’t know if I believe that is true, but I know I’m who I am today because I knew you, and so… ☁️ Because I knew you, I always moisturise after the shower. ☁️ Because I knew you, I don’t need make-up to feel beautiful. ☁️ Because I knew you, I love dumplings (without sugar). ☁️

When in Bali I have been to many countries, but none have touched my soul as much as Bali. From the moment we arrived, it felt as though we had stepped into another world. A world filled with beautiful smiles and incredible food. And of course, the slow mornings, the kind that make you forget what day of the week it is. One of our adventures consisted of us visiting the Monkey Forest. Which you can imagine was slightly chaotic, but nevertheless magical. Watching the monkeys

A taste of Jamaica There's something so special about sharing a meal that comes with a story. One of my favourite cuisines has always been Jamaican food. Perhaps it's because my grandad is Jamaican, so it's always felt like a little piece of my own heritage. Food has such a beautiful way of connecting us to family, our roots, our culture, and memories, and for me, Jamaican food does exactly that. Even sweeter? The person I was cooking with has Jamaican heritage, too, so spend