The new school term has started here in the U.K and that means that I start teaching again. For those of you who don’t know I am a fully qualified and registered Royal Academy of Dance teacher based in Exeter, Devon who enjoys cooking and eating in my spare time. Thankfully my job keeps meRead more
It’s been a pretty quiet week if I am honest. I have been working in my summer job most days which hasn’t left time for much else. However I’ve had the opportunity in the evenings to do some writing so I’ve got a number of recipes and reviews in the pipeline for posting. I can’tRead more
I started my week with a walk along the River Otter. It’s seriously beautiful down there and well worth a visit. Plus, you get to stop off at Otterton Mill for a cream tea! Delicious. After my walk it was back home to get ready for a trip to Topsham with Steve. We had aRead more
Nestled on the banks of the River Dart, Sharpham Vineyard is one string to the Sharpham Trusts bow. Another being a heard of red tractor assured Jersey cows that produce the most outstanding cheeses that fit so well with the individual character of Sharpham’s award winning wines. Alongside this, and in the main house designedRead more
Oh my goodness! What a way to start my week. I made a massive stack of pancakes, smothered them in The Groovy Food Company Agave Syrup, fruit and Delamare Dairy Yogurt then shared them with Steve and my friend Sarah. Feeling very full from brunch, Steve and I waddled down to the station to catchRead more
In stark contrast to my holiday in Sardinia a week or so ago it’s been nothing but rain and chilly autumnal style weather. What’s going on? We should be basking in glorious sunshine but instead I have spent the last week dodging downpours. I started my week with a little clothes swap party at Tara’sRead more
I started my week in Bosa. A small town on the western side of Sardinia. Nestled alongside the River Temo, I found a place in my heart for this this town. Steve and I stayed in a narrow house that spanned 4 floors in the old town. We couldn’t have hoped for a better location.Read more
With views to die for, Windout Barn is nestled on the eastern edge of Dartmoor National Park. This 11th century farm is owned by the lovely Felicity and Sam and has been transformed into a haven for city dwellers looking for a complete escape or local country folk, like myself, wanting a great afternoon out. WindoutRead more
Greetings from Sardinia! As you read this I will be halfway through my Sardinian adventure. I always get away at this time of year because I’ve finished teaching but the schools are yet to break up for the summer. It means for me that the price is slightly better value and destinations are a little quieter.Read more
Alongside the amazing weather there has been some amazing eating experiences. Last Sunday being one of them. Steve and myself alongside our friends Nick and Harry of Devon Food Hour fame headed off to Windout Barn near Tedburn St Mary. What an afternoon. The sun was beating down which made it perfect outdoor eating weather.Read more