VCR: Game of Thrones

VINO

Rainha do Mar Fernao Pires 2014 - a dry, crisp Portuguese white I've enjoyed before.

REMOTE

There are two types of people nowadays - those that watch Game of Thrones and those that don't. This HBO drama / adventure / fantasy is exactly what its title implies: a game of thrones - various Houses competing for the iron throne, owned by the monarchy who rules the seven kingdoms. It's gruesome, sexy and epic - all the ingredients for the perfect couch switch-off after a busy day.

Rather than detail the synopsis (as chances are you've seen it) I've decided to round up my top 10 characters (because, why not!?):

1. Jon Snow. The best leader (plus he's pretty).

2. Tormund. The second best leader, plus he's taken a shine to...

3. Brienne of Tarth. Strong but kind.

4. Tyrion Lannister. The most un-Lannister Lannister. Plus he'd make a great drinking buddy.

5. Daenerys Targaryen. Girl power. (That, and she owns DRAGONS.)

6. Hodor. The most faithful friend. (Can you believe you can now buy a Hodor doorstop?!)

7. Bronn. Because it's Jerome Flynn - but hardcore.

8. Olenna Tyrell. Because there needs to be more headstrong grandmothers on TV.

9. Sansa Stark. Not a fan at first but now loving her determination to bring back the Starks.

10. Ghost, Jon Snow's direwolf. Faithful, always. I want one.

For those who haven't seen Game of Thrones, here's a trailer for the first series to give you an idea of just how awesome it is:

Who's your favourite Game of Thrones character? Or do you have a different TV series to switch off to in the evening? Let me know below...

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VINO

Dino Veneto Pinot Grigio - a crisp Sicilian white, with a 'delicate peach flavour and dry lemon finish'. The perfect glass to unwind with after a long day.

*I was unable to locate my exact pair of joggers on the NEXT website but these are similar. I bought them a few weeks ago so they should most likely still be in stock (also available in khaki green).

REMOTE

Cold Feet. After hearing that this iconic British TV series was set for a comeback in 2016, I decided to buy the box set to refresh my memory. I was eleven when it first came out in 1997, so I don't remember watching it religiously, but it's been something I've wanted to watch in full for ages. L wasn't too interested in this revisit so it's my go-to choice when he's working late.

Following the lives of 3 couples (who are all friends) in Manchester, the series is extremely entertaining (thanks mostly to James Nesbitt's character - Adam) but in other places, realistically raw. The script confronts the highs and lows of relationships head on - from affairs to infertility. You love all the characters - Adam & Rachel, Pete & Jenny, David & Karen. (Karen has to be my favourite - her dry humour and facepalm frustration with husband David is brilliant).

I also love how 90s it is, from the fashion to the technology. With that in mind, here's when Adam meets Rachel for the first time - reminding us all of the time when not everyone had a mobile phone:

Love 90s shows as much as me? Take a look at the below VCRs for some more inspiration...