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.
A boutique Peak District hotel and spa offering a luxurious staycation in the stunning Hope Valley reports rooms have already sold out with more couples booking than families this year. Located around 45 miles or 90 minutes away from Derby city centre, Losehill House Hotel is one of the Peak District’s beloved luxury boutique hotels. Complete with award-winning fine-dining…
In 2025, Nottingham celebrates 10 years as a UNESCO City of Literature – and the charity is throwing a party. To mark this milestone, Nottingham City of Literature is teaming up with Nottingham Trent University to host an anniversary gala at Metronome on Monday, December 1. People will join hosts Hannah Trevarthen, Director of Nottingham City of Literature,…
Wingstop is gearing up for a Derby launch at Derbion shopping centre
I review Hickory’s Smokehouse Derby and love loaded hot dog offering deep south Americana vibes
Write about something you are passionate about and the words will flow. That’s what they say… and it is true. Having written about food for 15 years, from journals, to blogs, to my day job, I can share what makes me tick and what really doesn’t feel like work. Tip one is firstly make yourself as comfortable as possible. I…
The Lionesses won the UEFA European Women’s Championships a few short hours ago, sending the nation headfirst onto a euphoric journey. The Lionesses are the first high-ranking English team to win two major tournaments. They are also the only England team to win a major championship on foreign soil. But first how did the Lionesses make history in the European…
I have always been into food and drink.I owned a toy kitchen when I was circa five years old, I studied Home Economics at GCSE and A Level, and now a chunk of my writing, both for the Day Job and personal blog, also involves food and drink. I am a voracious reader and read cookbooks for fun (more on…
I try Neom Essential Oil Blend Scent Discovery Set
Cognac Frapin XO VIP review sees me write tasting notes about what is quickly becoming my favourite Cognacs