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10 essential South African dishes and where to find them

By Colin Dilland on Nov 19, 2017 in Africa, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany

Whether you’re referring to its diverse heritage or the colourful people who call it home, South Africa is big on flavour. From Table Mountain to Soweto, the country has a cultural identity entirely its own. But its tastiest offerings are the dishes you’ll sample in the various restaurants, delis and farmstalls along the way. Drawing

5 luxurious ways to experience Charleston

By Tom Marchant on Nov 16, 2017 in Air Travel, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, South Carolina, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA

Charleston is in the midst of an exciting cultural renaissance with an exploding culinary scene bringing new life to neighbourhoods. Add to that gorgeous colonial mansions to lounge in and hip boutiques to explore and you’ve got a recipe for some seriously luxurious living. From oyster bars to champagne-fuelled helicopter rides – we’ve picked out

Honeymoon in Bali? Here's some planning advice

By Mark Tulloch on Nov 16, 2017 in Asia, Food and Drink, Honeymoons, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany

Bali, without doubt one of the top honeymoon destinations in the world right now. And rightly so. With so much variety of culture mixed with romantic settings and upmarket hospitality, it has everything required for an enjoyable and memorable honeymoon. But for those travelling from the UK and visiting Bali (and possibly Asia) for the

Tipsy history of Lake District country estates

By Paul Liddell on Nov 15, 2017 in Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

‘Tis soon to be the season to be merry, so we thought we’d take a look at the history behind some of the Lake District’s best country estate attractions where music, wine and good food would have flowed. From brewing families to gin merchants, we have found a merry tale or two indeed! Join us

Now trending: the Sri Lankan breakfast hopper

By Harshi Hewage on Nov 15, 2017 in Asia, Food and Drink, Regions, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany

Made from a batter of fermented rice flour and coconut milk in a curved pan, the hopper is a crispy pancake shaped like a bowl with a spongy middle. It is really nice and light and even though it is called a breakfast hopper (don’t be deceived by the heading), Sri Lanka loves all day

London's 5 most interesting eating experiences

By Amanda O'Brien on Nov 14, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

London has come a long way when it comes to food over the last 15 years. Not only has it escaped its previously terrible reputation for dreadful food, it is now home to some of the top restaurants in the world. One of the latest trends in London food has been to turn eating into

Luxury vegan experiences in Langkawi

By Paul Eyers on Nov 14, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Malaysia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Our luxury vegan experiences in Langkawi will help you when you’re heading to this popular Malaysian island located in the Andaman Sea; we’ve tried and tested three of the finest resorts and can report back to just how good they are, and also how their signature restaurants cater for vegan guests. There are very few

The top Michelin starred restaurants in Barcelona

By Sandra Roig on Nov 10, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

It’s a known fact that Barcelona is home to thousands of incredible restaurants, so it’s no surprise that Michelin stars are aplenty in the Mediterranean city, which boasts 30 in total! If (very) fine dining is on the agenda during your time in Barcelona, take a look at some of our favourite Michelin starred restaurants:

Top 5 spots for afternoon tea in Edinburgh

By Douglas Walker on Nov 06, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Though the Scottish capital city is brimming with all manner of things to see and do, after a lengthy day of exploring, there’s sometimes nothing better than savouring a cup of tea and a scone with your feet up! Whether cute and cosy or luxurious and decadent, these tried and tested afternoon tea offerings have

Recipe of the week: Tortilla con boletus

By Paul Johnson on Nov 03, 2017 in Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

When taking over the family business, Chef Juanjo López realised he had to stay loyal to the authenticity and intensity of traditional flavours. Among the worldwide known Spanish dishes is tortilla. Some like it with onion, some without. Some crave it runny, some like it set. Chef Juanjo López likes his without onion and on

5 mountain dishes that are perfect for skiers

By Clare Galloway on Nov 02, 2017 in Food and Drink, Travel Miscellany

Skiing involves gallons of fresh air, exercise and adrenaline. So, your body needs regular fuel to make the most of that precious week on the piste. And what can be more welcome than to stomp the snow off your boots and walk into the warm steamy atmosphere of a restaurant in the mountains. Different regions

5 great reasons to visit Dublin

By Selene Nelson on Oct 31, 2017 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Ireland, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

It may be a small, but there’s a reason why Dublin has such a big reputation. From cobbled streets to traditional pubs and more literary greats than you can shake a stick at, history and culture simply pervade this city. Dublin offers visitors the best of both worlds; a famously compact capital, you can be out

Special feature: Amansara, Siem Reap, Cambodia

By Chinmoy Lad on Oct 31, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Siem Reap in Cambodia draws in more than four million tourists a year, which is four times more than a decade ago. And tourists and travelers alike are all there to see one thing: Angkor Wat. The ancient temples and complex of Angkor, set on the outskirts of Siem Reap, are by far the country’s

5 Big Island food festivals to look out for 2018

By Neil Wolkodoff on Oct 25, 2017 in Events, Food and Drink, Hawaii, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, USA

One of the best places for food and cultural festivals is the Big Island of Hawaii. The reasons are simple – the festivals really get the community behind them so it’s a big production, and after the festival or before, the Big Island has almost endless exploring and relaxing options. And, as Hawaii is trying

Lunch at Restaurant Le Pressoir, Vannes, Brittany, France

By Paul Johnson on Oct 24, 2017 in Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

One of the gastronomic highlights of our trip to Brittany was lunch at Vincent David’s Le Pressoir, just north of Vannes. This restaurant has received many accolades and much recognition, including one Michelin star and three Gault et Millau toques. It is located in an attractive building on Rue de l’Hôpital, among residential properties in

10 great reasons to visit Vannes, Brittany, France

By Paul Johnson on Oct 24, 2017 in Attractions, Bars, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

On our recent trip to in France, after moving on from Carnac, we also spent some time in Vannes, exploring the quaint Medieval streets and magnificent buildings of this historic walled town. Situated in Morbihan, on the southern coast of Brittany, Vannes offers interesting contrasts of old and new. Built on the foundations of a

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