Category Archives: Eats

I love food, probably way too much! Here is where I’ll document some eateries I’ve checked out recently from cheap eats to indulgent treats – and share some of my favourite recipes of the moment.

Forty One: A great local culinary haunt in Hove

Forty One in Hove is a local independent restaurant serving a daily changing menu of locally sourced, seasonal food. It is a home grown venture and the first restaurant by James Brown, head chef and proprietor, who I personally know … Continue reading

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Tapas at Tickets, Barcelona

I was spoilt yet again for Christmas this year, when presented with a weekend break to Barcelona by hubby. It was booked for the first weekend in March when the glorious two weeks we were enjoying off together over Christmas … Continue reading

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Tozino: London’s first jamón bodega

Why it has taken me so long to visit London’s first jamón bodega is a mystery, how soon I’ll be back is not. Tozino is run by the finest Jamón carver in London, Chuse Valero, it serves the most exquisite, … Continue reading

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Great value, fantastic food at Public House

Alongside Zilouf’s, Public House is another little find in Angel Islington. I was first introduced a few months ago and have been back several times since, mostly for the shoulder of lamb – quite possibly the best starter I’ve had in … Continue reading

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Cheese board with whisky pairings at Zilouf’s

Zilouf’s is a cool looking joint with one hell of a back bar. I was first introduced to Zilouf’s by the amazing Colin Dunn and felt slightly embarrassed never to have stumbled upon it before, given it is in my … Continue reading

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Lunch at The Ship, Wandsworth

Lunch at The Ship, Wandsworth doesn’t quite do this justice – this was more of a banquet. I was one of many bloggers invited to The Ship in Wandsworth to sample some goodies from the new menu. With five starters, … Continue reading

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Solomillo al Whisky

So as we’ve put a hold on holidays while we save for the house, I’ve been trying to recreate some of my favourite dishes from my travels. And one of the countries I’ve travelled around the most is Spain, from … Continue reading

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My favourite cookbook of 2011: Comfort and Spice by Niamh Shields

I am seriously loving Comfort & Spice by Niamh Shields, it is my favourite cookbook of 2011 and is helping me become more of an organised cook. Having seen the difference a bit of forward thinking can make to a meal, I’m now spending my weekends soaking … Continue reading

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The Barcelona Supper Club by Codorníu – Jamón carving, Catalan Cooking and Cava Masterclass

On 16th November, Spain’s award-winning cava producer (my client), Codorníu, is hosting a Barcelona Supper Club at L’atelier des Chefs. This interactive supper club evening includes not one, not two, but three culinary masterclasses followed by a four course supper … Continue reading

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Three of the best tapas bars in Seville

Seville has a very special place in my heart, not only is it the home of tapas, flamenco but it also the city where I got married. My husband and I have visited Seville several times since we first fell in love … Continue reading

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