Author: SOPHIAHILL_
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The strange calm of routine when the news never sleeps
There’s something oddly soothing about knowing what happens next — especially in a world that never really pauses. When headlines keep breaking and the phones won’t stop buzzing, routine becomes a quiet kind of stability.
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What Happens Before 6AM: Behind the Scenes of a Breakfast News Show
Ever wondered what happens before breakfast TV goes live? Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the caffeine, chaos and camaraderie that unfold before 6 a.m. in the newsroom.
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A Weekend in: Edinburgh – Culture, Kick-offs, and Hidden Corners
There’s something magical about Edinburgh. The Scottish capital has long been a city that mixes history, culture, and an unmistakable buzz – the perfect destination for a weekend away. The cobbled streets, tucked-away cafes, and awe-inspiring architecture provide a backdrop that simply begs to be explored. Whether you’re wandering down the Royal Mile, taking in…
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Hyrox: The Rise of Fitness’ Fastest-Growing Competition
Today’s world is increasingly obsessed with functional fitness and one event is taking the global fitness scene by storm: Hyrox. Described as the ultimate combination of running and functional fitness, the race is designed as a real test of endurance for all abilities. Starting in Germany in 2017, it has now grown into a global…
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Boston: lobsters and landmarks
Boston, Massachusetts: the East Coast’s strange twist on the American dream. A place that doesn’t quite scream “America” in the way a place like Texas might. It’s a little more refined, a little more European – but don’t worry, it’s definitely American. The trip begins, as most trips across the Atlantic do, staring at the…
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The overdue catch-up
This past year has been a grind. A good grind, but a grind nonetheless. As a TV producer, my life revolves around juggling deadlines, scripts, edits, and the beautiful chaos that brings it all together. It’s a career that demands flexibility—sometimes too much—and I can now confidently say I’ve put in the hours. There were…
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The Campaner: ‘utilise their Spanish heritage to create community’
It’s a Friday night. The temperature is finally improving, granted slowly and very temperamentally, but it is England so what can you expect. Your friends have already begun jet-setting around Europe in their summer escapades. So, what do you do? Book a dinner reservation, cross your fingers and hope it transports you to a distant,…
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St. JOHN, Smithfield: ‘Back to basics British cooking’
White-washed walls and white tablecloths that somewhat fittingly resemble the backroom of a butcher, St. JOHN restaurant in Smithfield is a spot I’d recommend to anyone in a heartbeat. Heartbeat is an ironic choice of word for this specific restaurant as it abides by the infamous ‘nose to tail’ philosophy.
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2023
I have been um-ing and ah-ing how to relaunch Not Sophia Loren for a good couple of weeks…Then on this fine (miserable), bright (bleak), British January morning I settled on holding myself accountable for all the gastronomic endeavours I will share this forthcoming year.
Not Sophia Loren 