A modern update to RSJ – Sticky Mango. Do you work in Waterloo, commute via Waterloo, or watch plays at the Old Vic or Young Vic? Are you tired of the same old restaurants/gastropubs on Waterloo Road, The Cut and Lower Marsh? Well, we’ve found something new, exciting and excellent for you that’s only a […]
From field to glass – the perfect journey to the Copper Rivet Distillery
The Circle of Life for Dockyard Gin Do you think about how your gin is made when you’re sipping a lovely G&T on a warm summer’s day? Aside from trying to identify the botanicals used, other than juniper which is a given, I have to admit to not giving it a lot of thought. I […]
The World Butchers Challenge at Paternoster Chop House
A First Date and a Short-lived Romance What’s your TV guilty pleasure? I have a few; Undateables and First Dates are high on that list. These are the programmes I watch when ironing. The romantic in us all always want a happy ending to the show, although some of the mismatches provide us with smiles […]
Summer Dining at Cinnamon Kitchen
Inside, Anise or Al Fresco – the choice is yours at Cinnamon Kitchen. Do you wonder where to go for chilled-out drink or meal that’s close to the City of London, but that isn’t full of people in full-on party mode? Well if you are near Liverpool Street, you should consider stopping by at Anise […]
All aboard – The Great Southern has arrived at Gipsy Hill
The revival of the Great British Boozer With 14 pubs closing every week, it takes a brave decision from a businessman or woman to buck the trend and decide to move into that market. But that’s exactly what the owners of The Great Southern have done. Cityglen Pub Company is a small independently owned chain, […]
Cheers to Furleigh Estate Wines
Dorset Sparkling Wine from Furleigh Wines. Are you as excited about the rise of English fizz as I am? I’ve become a big fan in recent years. It seems that lots of us are at long last appreciating the finesse of our home-grown wines. Maybe it’s our great terroir, maybe it’s climate change. But English […]
Mentors – wines from KWV , South Africa
Vertical Tasting of Mentors Wines, KWV, South Africa. As much as I enjoy a glass of wine, I don’t often stop to think about who has made it, their background or indeed methods of production. It’s only when I visit a vineyard that my interest is kindled. Does that resonate with you? Would you […]
Get your Skates on – It’s time for On Blackheath 2019 !
Quick! On Blackheath is NOW! In case you’re confused, On Blackheath 2019 is now being held on 13th and 14th July, as opposed to in September as in previous years. Instead of heralding the end of summer, it’s now bang in the middle. You don’t have to run on stilts unlike this young […]
The Five Arrows Hotel – A portal to the world of the Rothschilds
A Food Lover’s Paradise in Aylesbury – The Five Arrows Hotel I can’t imagine that anyone has missed out on hearing about the Rothschilds’ wealth (and wine), but what you may not know is that in the 1880s Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild set about building himself an impressive home in Aylesbury. Waddesdon Manor was built […]
Yauatcha Soho – Chateau d’Esclans and Dim Sum
Dim Sum and Rosé Wine at Yauatcha Soho: Are you still unconvinced about the merits of rosé? Maybe it’s been a while since you tried one. I think that, like me, you will be pleasantly surprised if you do crack open a bottle. In the last 5 to 6 years production methods have come on, […]