Last week was National Vegetarian Week, the UK's annual awareness raising campaign designed to promote vegetarian food and the benefits of a meat free lifestyle. It may have worked, as I've been giving it some thought.

It's been a long time coming, but the timing couldn't be better. Having spent weeks cooped up indoors sheltering from the rain (drought, what drought??) the weathermen have promised that summer is finally here... and I'm holding them to it!

More school holidays?! What can we do apart from pray the rain stops and the Jubilee celebrations will take care of at least some of the entertainment? Fortunately Croydon can provide plenty of alternatives to keep the youngsters occupied this half term

15th - 22nd May 2012 is British Sandwich Week - surely the most versatile, variable and possibly under rated convenience food we have. From picnics in the park, through to school lunches and State occasions, the humble sandwich will always be in evidence.

In order to tackle extreme poverty, we need to understand it – living for just a few days below the poverty line can give a far greater insight than televised appeals and newspaper images. Is Croydon willing to give it a go?

Get yourself a stunning new look without breaking the bank with the help of thebestof Croydon, then boogie along with legends Tom Jones, Elvis, Tina Turner and Rod Stewart - now that promises to be ‘A Night to Remember’!

Following an International Investment Conference in Cannes last month, Develop Croydon will be giving residents the chance to see for themselves various schemes designed to develop and improve Croydon

You don't have to be David Walliams to swim for Sport Relief and add your contribution to the funds helping the people in greatest need both here and worldwide. Many Croydon residents will be joining the world's biggest fundraising swim this weekend.

Last weekend, local businessman Saif Bonar opened his brain child 'Matthews Yard' to the people and businesses of Croydon. This brand new cafe and co-working space was Saif's direct response to the shocking riot scenes Croydon witnessed last year.

Are you Croydon's answer to Joey Essex? Can you 'out glamour' the Chelsea girls? If you're looking for your 15 minutes of fame (and possibly more) and are happy to share your personal life, warts and all, then read on!