
Category: Food and Drink


Short stay: Riverdene Lodge, Shamwari Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa
By Paul Johnson on Oct 09, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Family Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Having stayed at the wonderful Long Lee Manor on the Shamwari Game Reserve, we moved on to the reserve’s family friendly Riverdene Lodge accommodation. Many game reserves won’t allow any children at all until a certain age, but what makes Riverdene Lodge unique is that kids of all ages are welcome – and extremely well catered for – and 
Short stay: Long Lee Manor, Shamwari Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa
By Paul Johnson on Oct 09, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Family Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Having taken a short flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, we were taken by our driver to the Shamwari Game Reserve where we were to spend the next few nights, leaving the industry of PE with its ‘mechanical giraffes’ (cranes that looked very much like giraffes) behind and passing the Maitland sand dunes as we departed this 
5 wonderful treasures to be found in Pittsburgh (yes, Pittsburgh!)
By Jennifer Berg on Oct 08, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA
The city of Pittsburgh has a long proud history dating back centuries. Thanks to its unique geography and three rivers – Pittsburgh became a center for coal and steel production during the Industrial Age of the 19th century mill workers and miners that labored to make the city great left behind a strong work ethic 
Top 10 reasons why now is the perfect time to visit Tallinn, Estonia
By Janice Nieder on Oct 08, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Eastern Europe, Estonia, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany
The first time I visited Tallinn was approximately 10 years after Estonia regained its independence in 1991. My impressions were that although it had excellent Slavic cheekbones it was still on the verge of becoming a major tourist destination. After last month’s visit, I’m here to report it has finally “verged” with flying colors. Below 
Private jets - the epitome of travel
By Paul Johnson on Oct 07, 2014 in Air Travel, Asia, California, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hawaii, India, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe
For those who seek privacy, spectacular service and bespoke travel at its best, the world of private jet vacations is paving the way for a new age of adventure. Luxury travel is changing and with boutique bliss, undiscovered territory and sublime air travel from Presidential Private Jet Vacations now is the time to be whisked 
5 experiences not to miss on the Turks & Caicos' 'Provo'
By Andy McNulty on Oct 07, 2014 in Attractions, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Turks and Caicos
The Turks and Caicos Islands. You’re imagining scenes of white sand beaches and warm, turquoise waters. And you’d be right. There’s a reason why Grace Bay Beach has won countless “best beaches in the world” awards. But don’t be so blinkered (like I was)! There is so much more to these islands, as I discovered 
Recipe of the week: Parsnip and maple syrup cake, and clotted cream ice cream
By Paul Johnson on Oct 03, 2014 in Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Inspired by the humble vegetable, this luxurious dessert is full in flavour yet surprisingly light. Served with clotted cream ice cream, the cake is laced with citrus flavours from the grated apples, orange juice and zest without losing the spicy sweetness of the parsnip. The maple syrup helps blend the eclectic mix of flavours to 
Charleston's top 3 decadent dining experiences
By Amy Hayes on Sep 28, 2014 in Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, South Carolina, Travel Miscellany, USA
It’s southern hospitality at its very finest. Spoken with a soft southern drawl, luring you in with irresistible temptations just sinful enough to delight all the senses. This is Charleston, jewel of the lowlands and capital of culture south of the Mason-Dixon line. Voted top city in the world by Condé Nast Traveler for three 
Recipe of the week: Giant jaffa cake
By Paul Johnson on Sep 26, 2014 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
This giant jaffa cake has been designed by two Michelin star chef, Michael Wignall in collaboration with Café Football’s executive chef, Brendan Fyldes. The dessert is perfect for football-themed birthday parties or for those who simply love the delicious combination of sweet orange jelly coupled with the crunch of bitter dark chocolate. Enjoy! Ingredients Orange 
Top 5 wine farm stays in South Africa
By Marcel Van de Ghinste on Sep 25, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Food and Drink, Hotels, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany
Wine lovers are spoilt for choice with accommodation in South Africa’s winelands. From 5-star hotels and luxury guest houses, to Cape Manor houses and boutique style lodging, the following establishments offer the highest standards of service, quality, and comfort. You’ll also find superb attractions such as restaurants and spas, and, of course, some of the 
3 superb boutique accommodations to enjoy in the UK
By Anna Parker on Sep 24, 2014 in Accommodation, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Restaurants with rooms are great, offering relative luxury, peace and quiet and top-notch food. We have learnt recently that this is a superb way of taking a weekend break in the UK without breaking the bank but ensuring really good R&R time in very comfortable surroundings and without too many other people. To get a good 
Top 5 South African Winelands boutique hotels
By Rose Hipwood on Sep 24, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Food and Drink, Hotels, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany
For many who love wine and food it is Italy or France which call them in year after year – the Winelands in South Africa has so many benefits – firstly it will be far more economic even with the long haul flight to book a winelands tour in South Africa because of the current 
Tempt your tastebuds at these October wine and food festivals in Paris and London
By Susie Marquis on Sep 20, 2014 in Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
With October approaching and the days becoming shorter, food and wine enthusiasts will enjoy both the culinary delights and the festival atmosphere that are offered at two distinctive annual events – the Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival in Paris, and the London Restaurant Festival. Read on to learn more… Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival, 8th – 12th October 
8 reasons to love Lech
By Elisabeth Rushton on Sep 20, 2014 in Austria, Clubs, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
I have skied in Lech since I was a child, and it is the resort that I keep returning to. Lech fuses tradition and modernity perfectly. In the 25 years or so that I have been going, its charming character has remained reassuringly constant; strict planning laws means that expansion and development is virtually non-existent