If you’ve ever wandered down the instant noodle aisle, chances are you’ve met the OG: shin ramyun in the iconic red packet. It’s a classic …
Zero Degrees Bristol: 25 years of craft beer and wood-fired pizza
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 …
Smoky chicken and bean stew: a one-pot wonder for busy weeknights
There’s something deeply comforting about a bubbling pot of stew on the stove—especially when it’s inspired by a recipe that you know works well. Last …
Tokyo Kitchen frozen chicken ramen review: is this Costco ramen any good?
How many of you have access to a Costco card? We’re new to it and I have to say that first visit was exciting and …
5 things you have to eat in Matosinhos and Porto
I’m awarding myself ‘longest time to post’ for this one – which refers to a trip we took to Matosinhos and Porto in April 2024. …
Master Kong braised beef noodles review: a Chinese classic worth trying
It’s been a while since my last instant noodle review. I have a whole backlog to write up – starting with these Chinese Master Kong …
White bean and celery cassoulet
I don’t cook French food that often (although I did make this Rouleaux Niçois a few years back) so when Love Celery got in touch …
Indian style spiced rice and peas
Indian cuisine is celebrated worldwide for its diverse and rich flavours, largely due to the incredible array of spices used in its dishes. These spices not …
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 …
Mum’s lime chicken tray bake: the recipe I keep going back to
Not a festive recipe, but one that you might enjoy to cut through all the richness at some point over the ‘twixmas’ period! Mum’s lime …









