What I am looking forward to watching on TV this year.

There's nothing quite like winding down with a gripping TV series after a hard day or using a Sunday evening to catch up on shows from your watchlist. I love getting hooked on a series and there are plenty of new shows and shows returning this year.

These are some of the TV shows which I am looking forward to watching this year!

You (season 4)

February

Everyone’s favourite sinister and obsessive serial killer Joe Goldberg is coming to Europe for season 4 after his life went up in flames last season. Joe becomes a reluctant detective in London when he discovers that he may not be the only killer in town.

Big Brother

Since the announcement that Big Brother will be returning to our screens, fans have waited on tenterhooks to find out more. And it seems that more will be revealed very soon! An official air date is yet to be announced, but it is expected that "Big Brother" will return in March, shortly after Winter Love Island. Eek! I am so excited about this, I spent every summer evening watching the old shows on CH4 and Ch5. I even made sure I had access to a TV to watch when I gave birth to Ellie. lol

Loki (season 2)

Loki is returning for a second season and will likely focus on the next big bad of the MCU. Season 2 picks up where Season 1 left off, Loki is back in the TVA and Mobius don’t seem to know who he is.

Squid Game (season 2)

The lockdown sensation returns with a follow up returning to its evil gameshow with a twist. The first series of the Korean survival drama saw desperate contestants compete in deadly children’s games in the hope of winning a life-changing cash prize. The show quickly became Netflix’s most successful series and later became a household name worldwide.

Heartstopper (season 2)

Based on Alice Oseman’s graphic novels the coming of age drama about teenagers Charlie and Nick became a global phenomenon in 2022 and two more seasons have already been confirmed by Netflix. After ending up together in the series finale, putting smiles on the faces of millions of viewers the world over, season two will see Charlie and Nick navigate high school life as a new couple.

The Crown (season 6)

Netflix’s award winning smash hit is expected to bow out in late 2023 with one final run from Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II. The final series is expected to cover Princess Diana’s death, Tony Blair’s relationship with the Queen, the death of the Queen Mother, 9/11 and the Golden Jubilee in 2002.

Survivor

Following on from the success of Claudia Winkleman’s The Traitors, one of the world’s most successful TV formats gets another long-awaited go in the UK. Described as the ultimate physical and psychological gameshow, Survivor is a compelling test of brains, brawn and betrayal. 20 people, carefully selected from across the UK will be marooned in a tropical location. They will be divided into two tribes and go head to head in a series of challenges filled with drama, tension and action.

Gladiators

Awooga! In the most surprising TV comeback of the year, Gladiators is returning to Saturday nights in 2023. It will have a new home on BBC One, but you can expect the usual mix of muscle filled silliness as contestants show off their speed and strength and take on The Eliminator to win prizes.

Doctor Who 60th anniversary

It will be a massive year for Doctor Who fans with David Tennant and Catherine Tate returning for three specials to mark the show's anniversary. Tennant will play the 14th Doctor before handing over the baton to newcomer Ncuti Gatwa at Christmas. Gatwa's 15th Doctor will be joined by Coronation Street actress Millie Gibson, who will play new companion Ruby Sunday.

What are you looking forward to watching this year?

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 It doesn't seem that long since Christmas but Valentine's day will be here before we know it. I know some people say it's an occasion just so companies can make money but Stu and I always do something a little special to celebrate regardless, even if it's just a nice meal at home or some sort of treats for ourselves. I love nothing more than a fancy box of chocolates but as much as Stu loves chocolate he can take or leave fancy boxed chocolates. One thing we can both agree on is we love popcorn!

This Valentines day why not treat yourself or a loved one to some yummy treats from Joe & Seph's! They are a family business who launched in 2010 with a mission to produce the best tasting popcorn in the world. All of their popcorn and caramel sauces are handmade in London by a small team of pastry chefs. They have a range of over 50 flavours of popcorn, 10 caramel sauces and are proud to have won 82 Great Taste Awards!

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Why go out this Valentines when you can stay in with Joe & Seph’s Ultimate Night In Gift Box. The bundle is a brilliant gift, featuring Salted Caramel, Caramel & Belgian Chocolate Popcorn and deliciously decadent Milk Chocolate Popcorn Bites. It's sure to your Movie Night pop!

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Send a special someone this pampering box, filled with the most luxurious gourmet goodies sure to help them relax and recharge during their next night in! Hand packed with love in Joe & Seph's signature gold gift box. 

Included in the box is:

1 x Pina Colada Michel Roux popcorn. (30g)

1 x Strawberries & Cream popcorn. (32g)

1 x Strawberry Cheesecake popcorn. (32g)

1 x Prosecco Caramel Sauce.

1 x White Chocolate & Raspberry Popcorn Bites. (63g)

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Air-popped popcorn and smothered it in silky smooth chocolate for the most moreish, sharing-friendly treat ever! Lovingly handmade in Joe & Seph’s London kitchens, the satisfyingly crunchy popcorn and melt-in-the-mouth chocolate is not only dangerously moreish but also gluten-free.

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I love the ideas of these gifts from Joe & Seph's, there is something for everyone. I think the one I would love to try is the Pamper Night Gift Box just for the unusual flavours and the Prosecco Caramel Sauce which sounds amazing and like a real bit of luxury. 

Which gift would you choose from the one's I have mentioned? Have you tried Joe & Seph's Popcorn before?

I was sent a selection of Joe & Seph's Popcorn free of charge in exchange for this blog post.

Our weekly meal plan! 16th - 22nd January. #MealPlanningMonday

Last weeks meal plan went really well. We ate just about everything on the day I had planned which was a real bonus. The only thing we didn't eat was the fish, chips and mushy peas as Stu and I went out for brunch and couldn't think about eating another big meal after an all day breakfast. We had sandwiches and Christmas pudding which we never got around to eating over Christmas.

Last week I got a couple of the kitchen cupboards sorted out and cleaned. They desperately needed doing and everything feels a lot more organised now. I still have a few more to sort out which I am going to do this week but the worst one's are done. 

I am feeling super stressed as I am at the doctors today, it's nothing to worry about. I am just getting my contraceptive implant changed but last time I had it changed the doctor had to call another doctor in to get the old implant out. I am not good when it comes to medical things so I am feeling very anxious. I know by the end of today I will laugh at how much I worried about nothing but up until it's done I will be here stressing. 

On the menu this week we have:

Monday - Meat free mince sloppy joes with potato salad. It's a Gousto meal but one of our favourites which we've had several times.

Tuesday - Vegetable fried rice with spring rolls and prawn crackers.

Wednesday - Tuna and sweetcorn pasta bake. 

Thursday - Shepherd’s pie with baked beans and sweet potato mash

Friday - Pizza. We might make home made one's.

Saturday - Burgers in buns with fries.

Sunday - A roast dinner of some sort.

What are you eating this week?

A giant cookie. #MySundaySnapshot

Over the past year or so when Becky goes out shopping she always brings me back a treat. I never ask for anything, it's always a surprise and when she was in town earlier this week she bought some cookies. There is a little stall in one of the shopping centers which sells them and they're so good. This one was a Nutella one.