3 minute book review: Happy Bloody Christmas by Jo Middleton
I review Jo Middleton's Happy Bloody Christmas for my book club. Funny in parts, ultimately not for me but I appreciate the author's wit.
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I tried Sunday lunch with a twist for just a tenner and found a cosy oasis in Derby
I review Hickory's Smokehouse Derby and love loaded hot dog offering deep south Americana vibes
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I discover Cognac Frapin XO VIP is perfect luxurious treat for all seasons
Cognac Frapin XO VIP review sees me write tasting notes about what is quickly becoming my favourite Cognacs
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2 minute book review: Derbyshire author Jane Bettany’s novel Murder at the Book Festival
Murder at the Book Festival by Jane Bettany is a cosy crime whodunnit
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2 minute book review Charles Dickens’ historical masterpiece A Tale of Two Cities
It's been years since I read Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities is a beautiful, story steeped in tragedy
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2 minute book review: The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah is one of my favourite novels of the year
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2 minute book review: We Solve Murders by Richard Osman, Nicola Walker narrator
I review the first instalment of Richard Osman's latest book series, We Solve Murders, featuring an unlikely crime fighting duo
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2 minute book review: The Woman Who Ran Away From Everything by Fiona Gibson
The Woman Who Ran Away From Everything is a book club choice and a summery read I enjoyed this month
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2 minute book review: The Year of the Locust by Terry Hayes
I review The Year of the Locust by Terry Hayes, a spy thriller with a twist
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I visited Cambridge which is one of my favourite UK summer staycations
Punting on the River Cam in Cambridge is a delightful experience, if you're lucky you can even spot swans taking the journey with you down the river.
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Old Fashioned cocktail is perfect tipple for cold February night
I love a good Old Fashioned cocktail and often use either rum or whisky as a base.
Read morePistachio cream cake is real birthday treat
I baked my own birthday cake this year, after getting obsessed with pistachio cream
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Restaurant review: Bistrot Pierre, Derby
I review Bistrot Pierre's latest menu which is chock full of dishes that have guaranteed a second visit in as many weeks. I have my eye on the praline cream Paris-Brest.
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Film review: Rye Lane, Derby QUAD
I couldn't stop thinking about Rye Lane, a film I watched at Derby QUAD last night. I felt compelled to write a quick review of this brilliant film.
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Personal highlights of 2022 include rum tasting in Jamaica and afternoon tea in Bath
As I reflect on 2022, here are a few personal highlights including a rum tasting at Hampden Estate Montego Bay, Jamaica, and afternoon tea at The Priory, Bath
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Top 20 Advent calendar Christmas gifts 2022
Boozy Advent calendar round-up that includes giant gin calendar and spiced rum calendar too
Read moreThe Palfrey restaurant review: ‘One of the best restaurants in the UK’ and the only place in Derbyshire to stock Hampden Estate rum
The Palfrey's food is sublime, their drinks menu one of the best I have seen and the front of house Kiana and Josh are absolute rockstars
Read moreCHRISTMAS TIPPLES FROM MASTER OF MALT
Gin advent calendar is a great gift that allows you to discover new tipples. Or gift as a Christmas present, if you can bear to give it away.
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RECIPE: CHRISTMAS CAKE TO BAKE 2 DAYS’ BEFORE CHRISTMAS
Love Christmas cake? Here's a recipe that yields a lighter sponge and is a joy to eat. Make a few days' before Christmas, you still have time.
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