*Original publication date July 2017* In just over three weeks (yes I'm counting, bite me), one of the hottest restaurants opens in Nottingham. I have written about Alchemilla Nottingham several times and I don't think it can ever be enough. I was lucky to catch up with Alex Bond, whose dishes make me want to…
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*Original publication date April 2017* Henry Ward Beecher: Books are the windows through which the soul looks out. A home without books is like a room without windows. During our monthly meeting at Derby BookCake Club earlier this week, the talk invariably strayed from our book discussion (The Big Over Easy, Jasper Fforde, more on…
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*Original publication date December 2016* What I love about my job is connecting with fellow foodie folk, who are as passionate as me about food and drink. I had the pleasure of meeting Steve Snauwaert during a restaurant launch earlier this year. Steve is the Export Manager at Halve Maan, brewery based in Bruges, Belgium.…
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*Original publication date December 2016* With Christmas less than three weeks away, I must ask… have you got all your presents sorted? I’m in the middle of doing my shopping. One of the places I’ll be popping into, is Cocoa Amore. I first discovered it earlier this year whilst visiting a friend in Leicester. The…
Read more*Original publication date November 2016* Work is due to commence on 81 King Street or as it is more fondly known, the old Reform Club. It will be transformed into a brand new restaurant and bar concept from Living Ventures: Grand Pacific is due to open Spring 2017 and I cannot wait. On Thursday, 3rd…
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*Original publication date October 2016* Whenever anyone asks me about my favourite restaurant, I try not to look too horrified. How can I name just the one? It’s like asking a parent to choose their favourite child. One of the restaurants however, to make my top ten is Le Bistrot Pierre on Friargate, Derby. I…
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