A long time in the planning due to everybody’s busy schedules, we finally made it to the Lord Poulett Arms in the picturesque Somerset village of Hinton St George. I had booked a table for 4 for lunch at this award-winning 17th-century inn. Recently taken over by new owners I was eager to see ifRead more
A year or so ago I went on a wine tasting and vineyard tour of Sharpham Vineyard in Devon and our guide said: “you never find an ugly vineyard”. How true his words have been. Abbazia Santa Anastasia is no different. Once an abbey, Abbazia Santa Anastasia is nestled high up in the Madonie MountainsRead more
In 2012, journalist turned baker Elisabeth Mahoney launched the first One Mile Bakery in Cardiff, delivering artisan bread, seasonal soups and delicious preserves by bike within a mile of her domestic kitchen, and teaching inspirational baking classes to more than 2000 people. Now a new One Mile Bakery floury adventure has begun, with branches openingRead more
My oh my, what a July! I can’t get over the weather we have been having. Week upon week of sunshine is virtually unheard of in Blighty but it just keeps on shining. I love it! Spending time outside, warm summer evenings and alfresco dining have been highlights for sure. The sunshine also gave meRead more
How I love my Instagram community. I put the feelers out whilst visiting Plymouth for help in finding some top notch independent places around the Royal William Yard area. Hutong Cafe came out top in the recommendations and so I stopped in to say “hi”. I had a late lunch with drinks booked at LeRead more
I was lucky enough to be a guest at The Ginger Peanut recently. Describing itself as a “restaurant and bar with rooms”, it offers fine locally sourced food in a relaxed environment. You will find The Ginger Peanut in Bampton. A small but charming town a short drive from Tiverton. For me being car-less IRead more
I must confess this isn’t my first visit to Comptoir Libanais, Exeter. I have been quite a few times before but never has it been warm enough to be offered a table outside. What a treat indeed. The weather of late has been outstanding and being able to dine on Lebanese food in the warmRead more
I love baking. I am not going to lie but it hasn’t always been the case. In fact, I wasn’t a very confident baker after having numerous cake and bake fails over the years. I have since learnt that you just have to be very precise. Baking is a science and each little component comesRead more
Having visited Le Vignoble, Bath a few months back I was eager to head down to its older sibling in Royal William Yard, Plymouth. With the day starting rather drearily after all the fabulous sunshine, Steve and I headed off on the train to Plymouth hoping that the sun might show its welcome face yetRead more
June has been hot, hot, hot and I am not going to lie and I have loved it. By hot I mean ‘England hot’ which is probably nothing like other countries hot, but temperatures have been hovering around 20-25C which is just perfect for me. Being able to eat outside, take evening strolls and generallyRead more