When I was growing up Wales wasn’t exactly considered a culinary haven, the mere mention of Welsh food conjured up images of pots of cockles, overcooked leeks and the pungent smell of seaweed. The identity of Welsh food in recent years seems to be gaining momentum, with an emphasis on using local and high-quality Welsh produce in restaurants, gastro pubs and in the home, to create Welsh…
View PostDecember is the season for indulgence, before you know it you have consumed your body weight in Baileys, mince pies and endless festive dining. Between Christmas drinks, endless parties and ‘lunch with the girls’, I had eaten out most nights by mid-December and I wasn’t entirely sure I could face another festive meal, my blood type was surely mostly port by now? I somehow made room…
View PostThe festive season is upon us and what better way to celebrate than with a spot of festive dining? At this time of year, I love nothing more than visiting London and fully embracing the holiday spirit by hunting down Christmas lights, having mulled wine at winter wonderland and going to a fancy restaurant for a festive feast. This year we experienced some festive dining at…
View PostThere’s surely nothing better than a beautiful picnic packed with delicious Welsh produce that is also highly Instagrammable! Think strong cheeses, handmade preserves, traditional Welsh cakes, chilled Welsh wine, local ales and deliciously sweet waffles! If you are wondering what to pack in your picnic hamper, I’ve created a little guide to what to pack in your picnic hamper, featuring the best in Welsh produce.…
View PostLike most regions in Italy, Sicily has its own distinctive cuisine, culture and historical routes. This sun-drenched Mediterranean island has a rich history and landscape of temples, mosaics, ancient sites all sounded by a stunning backdrop of aqua sea, mountains and one of Europe’s highest active volcanoes, Mount Etna. Sicily’s extensive and varied history has had a significant impact on its cuisine, making it highly distinctive…
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