Sunshine, good food, a glass of something bubbly and absolutely nowhere to be. In this episode of You Beautiful Thing, we're bringing a little Italian aperitivo culture to you!

We're exploring the story behind the iconic Aperol Spritz, from its origins in Italy to the pre-dinner tradition of aperitivo — where friends gather, enjoy a drink and share a few delicious snacks.

We'll take you through how to make the perfect Aperol Spritz using the classic 3:2:1 ratio, reveal some common Spritz-making mistakes (yes, there's a right way to do it!) and share our tips for creating the ultimate aperitivo platter at home.

So grab your favourite glass, get the ice ready and settle in. It's time to bring a little Italian inspiration to your next get-together.

In this episode:

• The origins and history of Aperol

• What aperitivo is and why it's such a beloved Italian tradition

• How to make the perfect Aperol Spritz

• The classic 3:2:1 recipe

• Common Spritz-making mistakes to avoid

• What to serve alongside your Spritz

• How to create your own Italian-inspired aperitivo moment at home

You Beautiful Thing is proudly brought to you by Ritchies.

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Are morning people actually happier, or are they just better at convincing everyone they are?

In this episode, we unpack the reality of mornings: from snoozing the alarm and coffee orders to chaotic school runs, podcasts on the way to work and the morning routines we wish we had.

They chat about what actually makes a morning feel good, the pressure to be productive before 8am, and whether you really need a perfect routine to start your day well. Plus, there’s plenty of breakfast talk along the way, because sometimes a good coffee and something from the Ritchies breakfast aisle is all the morning routine you need.

A fun and relatable conversation about mornings, routines and embracing the fact that not every day starts with sunrise yoga and a green smoothie.

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Life gets busy. Work, family, relationships and everything in between can make it harder to find the time to catch up with the women who know us best.

In this episode of You Beautiful Thing, we're talking all things friendship, sisterhood and quality time with the girls, and why having women in your corner can make such a difference.

We chat about finding your people when you're struggling to build friendships, why a good girl chat can feel like free therapy, and the importance of surrounding yourself with women who genuinely celebrate and hype you up.

We also get into the reality of maintaining friendships when everyone's schedules are packed, how often we actually see our friends, and why sometimes you have to be intentional about making the time.

And, of course, we discuss the ultimate girls' days and nights, from dinner and wine to walks, sleepovers, Pilates and beach days.

Because sometimes, you don't need a solution. You just need your girls. ❤️

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