La Colombe reaching the World’s 50 Best Restaurants

One event I look forward to every year is the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list. It’s a fantastic way to discover new cuisines and chefs, and to delve into the local food culture of its respective cities. This year’s list was announced on 6 June, and I was thrilled to see Cape Town’s La Colombe…

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The Orangery at Kensington Palace – London

Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Kensington Palace Gardens, The Orangery offers a serene escape in the heart of London. Imagine a countryside retreat with a grand mansion overlooking a beautifully landscaped garden. Normally, my park visits involve chasing my energetic toddler on busy weekends – often, trying to steer her away from the ice…

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Hello again! Life update and back to blogging

Long time no see, and thank you for stopping by! Some of you may have noticed that it has been a while since my last post and I suppose I had never intentionally meant to take a hiatus from blogging, but life got the better of me. At some point, I gradually spent more time…

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Core by Clare Smyth – London (Review)

You have to really admire the work that Clare Smyth has done for the UK food industry, her commitment to local, sustainable produce and food artistry. Having spent years running a three michelin starred establishment (Gordon Ramsay’s 3 eponymous restaurant), and being the first female chef to do so, Clare Smyth is now showcasing her…

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Drinks at The Stafford Hotel – London

I’m sure I’m not the first person who’s drawn to places which have a story to tell so it so happened that not long along, I found myself immersed in the remarkable history of The Stafford. A few months back, I had the opportunity to visit their recently revamped restaurant and bar, The Game Bird,…

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