AARVEN Journal

Unplug, unwind, and uplift your well-being with the power of a good book. Summer’s slower pace is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in captivating stories and reap the rewards of reduced stress, improved...

If there's one thing that the residents of Thanet take very seriously, it is their coffee. With a plethora of incredible coffee shops, cafes, roasters and eateries offering up their own...

Margate has been dubbed ‘Shoreditch by the sea’ and rated by The Times as the third trendiest place in the UK. Margate has a huge foodie scene, home to a...

Rye is full to the brim with creatives, makers, independent retailers and wonderful small brands. We think this makes it the perfect place for a spot of ethical and sustainable shopping. To help you...

The new season always brings with it the opportunity to refresh different rooms and give spaces a much-needed update. From botanical prints that celebrate the beauty of nature to Mediterranean-inspired textures, here...

On a recent visit to Kenya I took a few days to revisit the Lamu Archipelago which lies just below Somalia in the far north of the country. Surrounded by...

Rye is a beautiful medieval town in East Sussex. The ancient cobbled streets are lined with timber-fronted houses and stunning historical buildings. Only an hour away from London, this pretty...

One of our favourite ways to enjoy the beautiful summer weather we've been having recently is to put together a delicious picnic! And what better reason to celebrate than the...

As June rolls around, here at AARVEN we are getting ready for one of our favourite events of the year - Pride! Pride in our hometown of sunny Margate is always particularly...