Food

Who loves good food? I DO! Yes, I absolutely adore finding delicious, interesting things to eat along my travels.


From tasty BBQs in the Caribbean and shave ice in Hawaii to nasi goreng in Indonesia and tasty tapas in Spain – these are the posts to fuel your foodie side.


Happy Eating!

The Perfect 24 Hours in Havana, Cuba – Your One Day Havana Itinerary

Vintage cars and colourful buildings on the Malecon, Havana

From visiting Plaza Vieja to sipping on a mojito at La Bodeguita Del Medio, and enjoying the vintage cars and colourful buildings, here’s how to spend the perfect 24 hours in Havana, Cuba.

“You have to go to Cuba NOW before it’s too late!”

They were the words that rung out as I waited outside Havana airport in the pouring rain, unable to find a taxi, after spending two hours in the immigration queue.

“This better be worth it,” I thought.

Colourful streets in Havana, Cuba
Colourful streets in Havana, Cuba

I don’t know how many people had suggested Cuba when I was planning my travels last year. There was a lot of talk about the country going through a period of change. Many said that the old charm was gradually disappearing. As I returned to the UK after my trip, I was met by the news of developments in the relationship between United States and Cuba. It seemed my timing was just right.

Vintage cars in Havana
Vintage cars in Havana

When I visited Havana, first impressions were of a strange but beautiful city. Over the next 4 days, it really grew on me. So, if you’re planning a trip, (and remember “you have to go now before it’s too late”) here is my guide to the perfect 24 hours in Havana, Cuba – a crazy, magical city on the brink of so much change. 

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THE PERFECT 24 HOURS IN HAVANA, CUBA – WHAT TO DO IN ONE DAY IN HAVANA 

10am: After breakfast, take a walk along the Malecon – the esplanade along the seafront. The views of the city are beautiful, particularly when combined with an endless stream of vintage cars passing by the ramshackle multi-coloured buildings along the water.

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REVIEW: Winter Garden Restaurant At The Landmark Hotel, London

Winter Garden Restaurant, Landmark Hotel, London

Time for a very special dinner at one of London’s most spectacular 5-star hotels. Prepare to be dazzled by the stunning Winter Garden Restaurant at The Landmark.

There aren’t many restaurants in Central London like The Landmark’s Winter Garden. With giant palm trees and a feeling of the outdoors, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to a beautiful hacienda somewhere a lot warmer than London in December!

The occasion? A special one! Our three-year anniversary. I knew this would be a beautifully romantic spot, perfect for a celebration like this!

Walking into the 5-Star Landmark Hotel is something magical in itself. As I walked through the double doors on Marylebone Road and up a smart staircase, I was greeted by THAT view. The palm trees, the glittery lights, the floors and floors above, topped with a glass atrium way up in the sky.

Winter Garden Restaurant, Landmark Hotel, London
Winter Garden Restaurant, Landmark Hotel, London

The unique restaurant is smart and sophisticated, especially with the sounds of a live pianist from the terrace area above. We settled at our table at the edge of the restaurant, facing the beautiful view, and started to peruse the menu

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REVIEW: A Relaxing Break At Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa

Exploring the gardens at Luton Hoo

From delicious food and cocktails in one of England’s most impressive mansion houses, to relaxing in the spa, it’s time for an overnight stay at Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa.

I’m currently recovering from one of the busiest weeks in the travel industry calendar. Every year I spend three days trekking to the ExCel Centre in East London for World Travel Market. To be honest, the journey from my home in West London is enough to exhaust me, but add in back-to-back meetings, talks, and evening events, and I’m just about ready to fall over by day three!

So, this year I decided to approach the week slightly differently. The weekend before the big week, I treated myself to a bit of R&R. I hopped in the car with one of my best friends and we headed to 5* Luton Hoo, part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Over the next 24-hours we’d enjoy relaxation and treatments in the spa, cocktails in the lounge and a 3-course dinner at the AA Rosette Wernher Restaurant. I couldn’t imagine anything better!

How huge is Luton Hoo?!
How huge is Luton Hoo?!

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REVIEW: A Michelin Starred Dinner at Petrus, London

William pear dessert at Petrus Restaurant London

Time for a very special dinner at one of the best restaurants in London – Gordon Ramsay’s Petrus.

As I weaved through the beautiful streets of Belgravia, I felt like I’d taken a trip back to ye olden days. Curved roads of London town houses, streets with boutiques and brasseries, and a smartly dressed clientele discussing business deals outside a gastropub – it felt like the perfect district for a smart restaurant. And there was Petrus…

Petrus Restaurant, London
Petrus Restaurant, London

My visit to Petrus was part of a special menu offered by Bookatable as part of the London Restaurant Festival 2018. Over the course of the evening we’d be treated to a starter, main and dessert, plus some lovely extras (including a kitchen tour) and a glass of champagne. All of that for £50, which considering a three-course dinner usually comes in at £85, is a serious bargain.

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