Another city, another food tour! Everywhere I go I love to try the local food and drink, and explore areas I wouldn’t normally discover by myself. From chocolate making in Belize to a taco and street food tour in Mexico City, most of my travels revolve around food! Berlin was no exception to this. I […]
I adore Italy. It is hard to resist Italy’s incredible food and wines, the diverse scenery and awesome architecture. With so many possibilities, it can be overwhelming for visitors, especially for those making their first trip to Italy. Many first-time travelers are left wondering where to go, which foods to try, what are the best […]
A couple of years ago, before I set sail for South America, my friend got married in Italy. Being the great friend that I am, I travelled to Italy for the wedding, and I decided to take a holiday to explore more of the country while I was there. I loved Italy, and Italian food, […]
Stockholm is a city with many secrets. One of those is its extensive free art gallery in the subway. Hiding beneath its busy streets lies a network of some of the best art in the city. For the cost of a single subway ticket you can zip around the stations and admire rainbows of colour, […]
York has been hailed as Britain’s most beautiful city, and the place where most people want to live in the UK. It certainly is a special city – its small, but crammed full of beautiful buildings, and more boutique shops, restaurants and cafes than you can shake a stick at. History seeps from every brick, […]
York is a beautiful historic city in Northern England, and is well worth visiting in its own right. But if you can time your visit with one of its fantastic festivals you are in for an extra treat. York has a year-round calendar of events, and with so much going on you are sure to […]
Afternoon tea is the quintessential British treat. Contrary to popular belief outside the UK, not all English people “take tea” in the afternoon. I don’t even drink tea myself, but I’m pretty sure that the most extravagant thing most people have with their cup of tea is a chocolate biscuit. However, when I visited York, […]
In the heart of Yorkshire’s countryside in the north of England lies the beautiful historic city of York. A gem in Britain’s glittering crown, I have many fond memories of visiting York as a child, and was thrilled to go back and revisit this incredible city. It is a popular destination for tourists, both home-grown […]
Every year in September, York is taken over by food and drink lovers in a 10-day long celebration of all things food related. I was invited by Visit York to come and see what is on offer at the York Food and Drink Festival, and as a die-hard foodie I couldn’t resist! About York Food […]
Liverpool is the musical jewel in the crown of English popular music, being the home of the biggest pop band ever, The Beatles. For most people, some of the best things to do in Liverpool include a visit to the Beatles Museum, the home of John Lennon or the Cavern Club. But for those who […]