I recently had the pleasure of visiting Le Vignoble, Bath and I have to say it was a gem of a find. From the moment I stepped through the glass doors into the bar area, I knew I was in for a treat. The smart, modern interior complete with velvet covered chairs, wooden tables andRead more
The Uprising Bakehouse is the newest addition to Exeter’s thriving independent coffee shop scene. Nestled comfortably between Leela, a shop selling ethical clothing, homewares and gifts and the wonderful Ben’s Farm shop on Magdalen Road. It is certainly keeping good company. Not only is The Uprising Bakehouse a coffee shop, it’s an all-round foodie gem.Read more
I couldn’t let this month pass by without highlighting January 1st. For many, this day is a right off when the excesses of the night before take their toll and hibernation seems like the only option. For me, I woke up with a spring in my step. Never really one for a late night, IRead more
A short hop on the train and Steve and I found ourselves in Topsham one grey afternoon between Christmas and New Year. A favourite spot of mine for tea and cake consumption and a mooch. I love the array of independent shops and cafes here. It makes Topsham feel special – different from the boringRead more
Happy Sunday all! My week has been largely focused on jewellery. My gorgeous and very talented friend Gemma heads up her jewellery company, Cabinet from her Devon home and that’s where I was on Tuesday this week. We spent the day organising her beautiful British made jewels ready for our collaboration. This meant that IRead more
My week has consisted of new foodie finds, recipe creating and plenty of ballet. The dance school I work at held two days of Royal Academy of Dance ballet exams. Mrs Gillard, an external examiner spent two days with us examining over 50 children. Here’s to fabulous results in a few weeks time! On Sunday,Read more
Last Friday I hopped in the car with my friend Emma and headed off to Budleigh Salterton. The sun was shining and it was blissfully warm for a late October day. We were headed for the monthly Farmers’ Market held in Rolle Mews car park on Fore Street from 9am to 1pm. I am aRead more
Wow! November.. where did you come from? A short while ago we were basking in the warm summer sun (when it decided to show its face of course). Now my fingers are numb as soon as I leave the house and my nose quite often resembles Rudolph. Pretty apt I guess now that the HalloweenRead more
Wow! What a week. I feel like I have been in a whirlwind which is very apt with Hurricane Ophelia and Storm Brian hitting our shores. My week started with birthday celebrations at The PIG at Combe which was perfect as always. Followed by lunch the following day at a new boutique country hotel, PaschoeRead more
I was lucky enough to be sent some new Whole Berry Juices from Ocean Spray. They certainly brightened up breakfast last week. Thicker than regular juices but thinner than a smoothie. They are a great addition to your breakfast table when you don’t have time to make your own. Ocean Spray crush 40 cranberries intoRead more