Can you believe we're mid-August already? Yet again another month has sailed us by in a flurry of humid hairdos, crisp G&Ts in the garden and toe blisters the size of golf balls - god bless British Summertime! Rather than a review, today I thought I'd share some of the highlights of the lip-smacking sensations … Continue reading The Food Guide of July
The brain is our body's most complex organ; a network of a billion or so nerve cells, fixed in its capabilities but forever learning and digesting everything it sees - and sometimes, even things it doesn't see. Your brain is your judgement, your conscience; the voice which tells you what's right from wrong, whether it's … Continue reading It’s all in your head (most of the time)
Ready for something short and sweet? I've found a truly yummy little spot where you can guzzle your body weight in wine, nibble on some truly tremendous food all while soaking up the sunshine; sound too good to be true? It's not! West Didsbury on a sunny Saturday afternoon, where you have nothing on your … Continue reading Sip
Saturday's in summer, should be especially savoured - even more so when they're drenched in delicious sunshine from dawn till dusk. So far, it's been a pretty excellent summer; with only one sticky-pre-thunder-storm-humid day to date and countless warm, sunshine-filled evenings under our belts - as British Summers go, we're doing a crackin' job. Since our … Continue reading Dun Cow
So, you're off to London for a coupl'a days, you lucky thing! You're limited on free time but wanna make sure every morsel that passes your lips is an indulgent and sensory experience. I know just the places! Whilst Manchester will forever be my home, I try and plan at least 2 long weekends in … Continue reading Food Adventurin’ in London
Some days, I like to base my heritage around whatever I might be cooking that day. Like a little girl playing dress up, I like to immerse myself in the culture, sounds and feelings of whatever food I'm craving. I could be Cypriot one afternoon, my window no longer showing me scenes of Gatley but … Continue reading White Chocolate and Pistachio Biscotti
Deciding on a holiday destination for me, is often as hard as deciding on a main course from an extensively varied all you can eat buffet. I want freshly made dips from Greece, sultry pasta from Italy, the richest cheeses from France, De Nata's fresh from the oven from Lisbon - the list goes on! … Continue reading An ode to Croatian Food
