Category: Food and Drink

California - a bucket list for the Golden State

California – a bucket list for the Golden State

By on Sep 11, 2017 in Attractions, California, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

California, my personal favourite destination in the USA, possibly offers the widest diversity of anywhere on the planet, let alone any other US State, both in terms of its geographical make up and its man-made attractions. Where else can you find warm beaches, stunning sunsets, huge mountain ranges, visit iconic cities, harvest great wines and […]

Short stay: Whatley Manor, Malmesbury, Wiltshire, UK

Short stay: Whatley Manor, Malmesbury, Wiltshire, UK

By on Sep 09, 2017 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Whatley Manor, situated three miles from Malmesbury in a sleepy corner of Wiltshire, was purchased in 2000 and painstakingly restored and brought back to its former glory by the Landolt family. This traditional country house hotel was converted from a 19th century farmhouse and opened in 2003 with a commitment to make it a destination […]

48 hours in Plymouth, UK

48 hours in Plymouth, UK

By on Sep 07, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve visited Plymouth now, but this historical, marine city by the sea just keeps giving me new experiences. Here are my top picks for a weekend visit: Walking the Hoe Firstly, blow those cobwebs away and get yourself oriented by taking a breezy saunter along the seafront, known […]

17 of the latest luxury developments in Dubai

17 of the latest luxury developments in Dubai

By on Sep 06, 2017 in Attractions, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

With the world’s biggest ferris wheel rising, hotel expansions at Atlantis, The Palm in excess of £77m and Damac’s new luxury property due to open this year, it is an exciting time to be in Dubai. Have your breath taken away by the mesmerizing performances of La Perle as they begin their first shows or […]

Autumn in Andalusia, a gourmand's getaway

Autumn in Andalusia, a gourmand’s getaway

By on Aug 26, 2017 in Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

There are many reasons to travel Andalusia in September and October, after the searing summer sun begins to pale, the crowds slowly dissipate, and the hillsides awaken from their summer dormancy for something of a second spring with a burst of colour. But for active culinary enthusiasts, autumn in Andalusia holds a more specific allure, […]

Top 10 tastes of Banner Elk

Top 10 tastes of Banner Elk

By on Aug 25, 2017 in Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, North Carolina, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

Banner Elk is situated in North Carolina, through the Appalachian Mountains, serving not only as a picturesque getaway, but as a culinary hot spot. Local cuisine, chef created delicacies and a vast selection of flavors have been infused into the small, quaint town, paving way for a shockingly robust culinary scene. Banner Elk Cafe With multiple […]

5 great reasons to visit Siem Reap, Cambodia

5 great reasons to visit Siem Reap, Cambodia

By on Aug 22, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Cambodia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

As the gateway to the spectacular Angkor Wat, Siem Reap is Cambodia’s most popular tourist destination – but this bustling resort town has so much more to offer than just this ancient palace. With a thriving culinary scene that includes both traditional Khmer food and modern, stylish restaurants, luxurious hotels and buzzing nightlife, you can […]

5 eating experiences in the Napa Valley you must try

5 eating experiences in the Napa Valley you must try

By on Aug 21, 2017 in California, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA

The Napa Valley is an absolutely stunning area – and it is food and wine heaven! I have been obsessed with California Chardonnays since leaving there – and before I went, I thought that I didn’t like Californian wine! These days Napa Valley food receives as much attention as their amazing wineries. A few tips […]

5 of the best modern Russian cuisine restaurants in St. Petersburg

5 of the best modern Russian cuisine restaurants in St. Petersburg

By on Aug 20, 2017 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Russia, Travel Miscellany

If you’re intrigued by a visit to Russia but assume that restaurant food will be unappealing and revolve around potatoes, cabbages and beets, think again. There’s a new generation of young and talented chefs at work, who make the most of locally sourced produce, seafood and meat. They draw not only from traditional Russian cuisine […]

1818 zermatt restaurant

Top 8 village restaurants in Zermatt

By on Aug 19, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

There are a plethora of restaurants in Zermatt village, some so-so, some so fabulous. I’ve been visiting Zermatt for years and I love food so you could call me an expert. So, without further ado, here are my top 8 superb eateries to get your taste buds tingling. Ferdinand Ferdinand is a new Swiss restaurant […]

5 of the best restaurants in Canary Wharf

5 of the best restaurants in Canary Wharf

By on Aug 18, 2017 in Business Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Who would have thought? When I first moved to Canary Wharf in the late 1999, there was literally nothing. One Tesco Metro and a handful of shops and restaurants which were closing on Friday night to reopen on Monday. British friends and colleagues stared at me puzzled and slightly snobbish from their West London postcodes […]

Luxury on the White Isle: how to do Ibiza in style

Luxury on the White Isle: how to do Ibiza in style

By on Aug 17, 2017 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Ibiza has long-since been recognised as the party capital of Europe. Thousands descend on the white isle every summer for a dose of hedonism that nowhere else on the continent can rival. The Spanish island is as popular with teenagers and 20-something thrill-seekers as it’s ever been. But there is another side to this much-misunderstood […]

5 Marriott International hotels in Asia that cater for vegan guests

5 Marriott International hotels in Asia that cater for vegan guests

By on Aug 16, 2017 in Asia, China, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

The fast-paced, continuing growth in veganism and vegan travel is exciting for those of us that wish to follow a plant based lifestyle. The fact that leading brands are supporting this dietary trend means that we can choose to stay at some of the best hotels in the world and still enjoy dining safe in […]

Top 10 mountain restaurants in the Three Valleys

Top 10 mountain restaurants in the Three Valleys

By on Aug 15, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Skiing and eating go hand in hand and no ski trip is complete without at least one great lunch or dinner. What makes the Three Valleys special is that you can have fabulous, creative food whilst on the slopes, as well as when in resort and it’s the mountain restaurants that I want to tell […]

Is September the best kept secret in Provence?

Is September the best kept secret in Provence?

By on Aug 14, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Ahhhh… Provence in September… is there a better month to be had in this stunning region of Southern France? I am probably the tiniest bit biased but there are so many reasons why I look forward to this time of year. Reliable sunshine is just one factor that makes Provence such a great destination. Even […]

5 great reasons to visit Little Venice

5 great reasons to visit Little Venice

By on Aug 12, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

The Italian Adriatic coast stretches along 90 kilometers of shoreline which lie on the Adriatic Sea. Mostly made up of very busy seaside towns like Rimini, we will explore the lesser touristy side of this beautiful and historical area of Italy. Little Venice The small town of Comacchio lies 3 kilometers from the coast on […]