My Shanghai – North Shields 

I’m going to be in Newcastle pretty frequently over the next few months so I’m trying as many restaurants as possible. My friend Arran and I really fancied Chinese, specifically all-you-can-eat Chinese. A quick google bought up My Shanghai, a buffet style restaurant in North Shields. We missed it the first time, it’s right on…

Kaspas – Nottingham

Kaspa’s are a chain of exciting new dessert houses that offer the world’s favourite hot and cold desserts under one roof… That’s what their website states so I wanted to see if it was true. Situated on Maid Marian Way stands the bright pink eye catching american style diner. I have driven and walked past…

Nectarine, prosciutto and watercress salad 

While searching the Internet for low-carb/low-calorie meals I stumbled across this great one from Nom nom paleo. Lidl didn’t have any peaches so I had to use nectarines instead, and it was absolutely brilliant. Here is a quick step-by-step guide of how to make it yourself. Is a taste sensation, and feels like summer in your…

Roasted Vegetables and Herb Chicken – Recipe

I’ve mentioned many a time how much I love quick dinners, the occasional packet mix, and tasty food. Today I managed all 3 with a little help from my friend… Maggi. The ‘so tender’ range of packet mixes are ideal if you like succulent, flavoursome chicken but don’t always have time to prepare a meal….

My new site!

Hi All My lovely friend Rob (pictured with me below) has been working behind the scenes to change my blog from a wordpress.com site to a .org site. I am pretty tipsy in this! Don’t ask me what that means as I have no clue, but it is supposed to make things simpler and easier…

Bierkeller – Nottingham

With all the cocktail bars, BBQ joints and pizza restaurants that have opened in the last year, Nottingham needed some diversity! This has come in the form of Bierkeller Entertainment Complex on Friar Lane, due to open to the public on 17th March. Shooters Bierkeller, the national chain, houses 3 totally different ‘destinations’ all under…

The Townhouse – Arnold

*Review updated 21/6/19. CLICK HERE TO READ THE UPDATED REVIEW I’ve been to The Townhouse a few times on client meetings for a quick drink but have never eaten. It’s been on my radar for nearly a year, so when a friend suggested dinner this week, I jumped at the chance to go here. It’s situated…

Homemade Pot Noodle

As a kid there was nothing I loved more than a pot noodle. Now I’m an adult I have taken to making my own. It’s healthier and cheaper to do! Makes one Ingredients  Dried noodles 1 spring onion Handful of bean sprouts Handful of Asian stir fry veg Tofu or cooked chicken 1 tsp miso…

Chocolate Orange Pots – Recipe

I’m not in a relationship so this Valentine’s Day I’ve made it my favourite dessert for my mates instead! The presentation isn’t great I’m afraid as I was in a rush, but it tastes sooooo damn good! Calories – no idea, best not to know! Make 3 stupidly big ones. Or 6 smaller ones. Make…

Fennel & Bacon Pasta – Recipe

I love aniseed, and so fennel is one of my favourite herbs. I adapted this a little from a Good Food recipe I saw today, using things in my store cupboard. Most of the pasta I cook is quick, easy and mostly boring. This was anything but boring! It was ready in around 30 minutes. …

The Fine Foods Store – Stamford

Stamford is a beautiful stone town in Lincolnshire, about 20 miles from where I grew up. It holds a special place in my heart as I met my best friend here during our college years. There are some gorgeous quirky shops and also some great places for a spot of lunch or dinner.  My sister…

Carnaro Lounge – Derby

Needing to get away from my computer for a while, myself and a colleague nipped out for a quick bite to eat at the Carnero Lounge in Derby last week.   I’ve walked past the place a few times, but haven’t stopped to peek at the menu as I have always been in a rush.  The interior…