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The floral decor around the entrance to Jang restaurant in London's Royal Exchange.
Food Reviews Pubs & Restaurants UK & Ireland

Korean fine dining solo lunch at Jang, London

on 8th March 20268th March 2026Leave a Comment on Korean fine dining solo lunch at Jang, London

In late November, I turned 41. And how did I celebrate? By… going to London for a work event. Womp. Not the most glamorous start …

zero degrees loaded fries
Pubs & Restaurants UK & Ireland

Zero Degrees Microbrewery – turning 25 this year!

updated on 17th July 20255th June 2025Leave a Comment on Zero Degrees Microbrewery – turning 25 this year!

Bristolians – if you’ve ever wandered up Colston Street, chances are you’ve clocked the industrial-chic façade of Zero Degrees—a microbrewery-meets-restaurant perched on the hill staring …

Grand georgian house wth christmas ribbon tied around the pillars infront of the front door
Travel UK & Ireland

A weekend at Bishopstrow hotel & spa

updated on 29th December 202424th December 2024Leave a Comment on A weekend at Bishopstrow hotel & spa

As some of you may know, I recently turned 40. Just saying it shocks me, but here we are! For a birthday surprise, my lovely …

Cured Cornish sea trout with poached eggs and lemon hollandaise
Food Reviews Pubs & Restaurants UK & Ireland

Brunch at The Metropolitan, Bristol

updated on 18th February 20256th April 2024Leave a Comment on Brunch at The Metropolitan, Bristol

*Note – in 2025, The Metropolitan stopped offering their brunch menu and now only offer all day dining menu. It looks great but I’m yet …

Lunch at The Crab Shack in Teignmouth, Devon
Pubs & Restaurants Travel UK & Ireland

The Crab Shack, Teignmouth

updated on 3rd January 20258th November 2023Leave a Comment on The Crab Shack, Teignmouth

Over Easter, (yes, I know, that was a hell of a long time ago now and I’m only just posting…)  we headed down to Devon …

Gin and Tonic at Gray's Court Hotel
Travel UK & Ireland

Gray’s Court, York – a hidden hotel gem

updated on 3rd January 20255th September 2022Leave a Comment on Gray’s Court, York – a hidden hotel gem

Last month my mum and I took a weekend trip up to York. It’s one of her fave places and I wanted to treat her …

The Plough Inn at Cold Aston
Food Reviews Pubs & Restaurants Travel UK & Ireland

A stay at the Plough Inn, Cold Aston

updated on 3rd January 202530th January 20204 Comments on A stay at the Plough Inn, Cold Aston

I just love the Cotswolds. It’s such quintessentially English countryside. Rolling hills, sheep dotting the landscape and pretty stone cottages. It all feels a little …

Hand slicing a side of smoked salmon
Food Reviews Round Up Travel UK & Ireland

This is Wales: producers spotlight

updated on 7th January 202310th February 20199 Comments on This is Wales: producers spotlight

I was invited by Food and Drink wales to spend three days travelling around and getting to know Monmouthshire and the Brecon Beacons. This was …

Alex and Meg standing outside the Bell Inn
Food Reviews Hotels Pubs & Restaurants UK & Ireland

The Bell Inn, New Forest

updated on 3rd January 202525th January 20187 Comments on The Bell Inn, New Forest

Every now and again I get invited to spend a few days exploring a new area courtesy of a hotel or PR company. There’s been …

Pears growing at Thyme hotel
Travel UK & Ireland

Thyme; a Cotswolds retreat

updated on 7th January 20231st October 20176 Comments on Thyme; a Cotswolds retreat

In a month of major stress – moving between dog sits, starting a new job and generally feeling a bit fed up, an overnight stay …

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