Oistins Fish Fry Lunch, Miami Beach: Out and About Barbados

Oistin’s by day won’t feel anything like it does on a party night, but there is life down there in the daylight hours!

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Another Quick Cuppa?

More idle chatter about nothing in particular – just eating bugs, crunching rocks, back problems thanks to the gym, hypnotists and other random things.

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Food in Malta: Forget the Diet

Interesting pies, unusual doughnuts, pastries, rabbits and octopus, with plenty of Turkish kebabs thrown in for good measure. Welcome to Malta!!

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The Sardine Capital of the World: Morocco

Morocco and sardines – not something I would ever have thought of as having anything significant in common, but they do!! Morocco is a global sardine giant, and clearly very modest about it because they never seem to mention it.

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Comptoir Darna: Marrakech, The Moroccan Restaurant You Don’t Want to miss

One of the most fantastical dining experiences you’ll have in Marrakech., dark, glamorous and intense!

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Out and About in Mauritius #3

All this sightseeing works up quite an appetite, so it’s time for some lunch, followed by a bit of rum and jam tasting in Chamarel. The jam was more my thing, I couldn’t resist coming home with a few jars – the guava jam was really really good! But after […]

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Catch of the Day: Grand Baie Fish Market

This small fish market on the mauritian sea front of Grand Baie caught my eye with the dazzling rainbow of colours laid out beautifully for sale, local fishermen gather here most afternoons to display and sell their day’s catch.      

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10 Interesting Cake Facts!

After a day at the Cake and Bake Show, a few interesting cake facts came to my attention: 1. There exists, a Coco Cola cake recipe (the link is now broke but you might be able to find it somewhere) – in case you don’t think your cake will be sweet […]

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Have Your Cake and Eat it: The Cake and Bake Show

Cake artistry, sweet tooth treats and cake inspiration are all waiting for you at the UK annual Cake and Bake Show. The cake gallery will leave you bemused, wondering how some of them can possibly be edible cakes. I think we need to see them sliced at the end of the show next time around!

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Sunday Lunch!!

A roast dinner with all the trimmings? Nope. Maybe next Sunday. Last Sunday I opted for a meat and tofu mixed Korean take away from the London’s Southbank street food market, followed by some vegetarian Indian crepes and a gooey dessert of vegan chocolate cake. I’m not vegan – but […]

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London Southbank and Food Market

Pottering around London’s Southbank on a weekend is an easy way to spend the day – people watching, take in the music, street entertainment and food. There’s always something going on and the atmosphere is relaxed and chilled out. Once you’re done at the food market, head up to the […]

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Byron: The home of Proper Hamburgers

Except I didn’t have a hamburger, I had a chicken burger!! You can also get vegetarian burgers with Byron SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave

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Global Lunch and Street Art: Brick Lane

Brick Lane London, certainly attracts a mixed crowd, photographers, foodies and the cool and trendies! This place has a unique personality that is inviting and timeless.

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More Rudeness in Grenada: Deyna’s Tasty Foods Disgusting Customer Service

Deyna’s Tasty Foods Disgusting Customer Service followed on from an appalling Grenada airport welcome. We decided to eat like the locals and pop into a restaurant/cafe in the hustle and bustle of St George. Sample some local cuisine I thought, give some custom to local businesses (who you’d think would appreciate it […]

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La Petite Auberge: Traditional French Restaurant

La Petite Auberge Islington. Delicious food that doesn’t disappoint. Maybe next time I’ll try the frogs legs! Tourette de légumes grilles Tower of marinated grilled aubergine, courgettes & halloumi Served on bread with saffron and roosted pepper dressing Champignons de Paris farcis Mushrooms filled with garlic butter, topped with breadcrumbs, parsley […]

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Chiquito: A Mexican Favourite

As a lover of spicy food, you cannot fail to find something you like at Chiquito, and there is always plenty of hot sauce on hand if you need a little extra bite!!

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Out and About Around Borough Market

Borough market has been known for being one of the biggest food markets in London, with a history behind it dating back to medieval times. Opposite London Bridge Station, the market looks like a large modern green house at first glance, however you can rest assured that there is indeed […]

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