The Hideout, Prestwich – An apt name for a place that is tucked out of sight with great food
A bar and eatery hidden away, but worth finding.
Tivoli, La Caleta, (Adeje), Tenerife – Fabulous hotel for a winter break
My wife and I were in need of a break. My criteria was peace and quiet, quality rooms with a great…
Royal Nawaab, Pyramid, Stockport – an exceptional concept with food
Stockport is on the border of Cheshire and Lancashire, once home to an industry that made top end cultivated hemp. This…
The Spread Eagle, Mellor – A delightful country pub with character and wood burning fireplaces
My wife and I took a trip out towards Blackburn. The countryside in this part of Lancashire retains its authentic look…
The Beehive Inn, Combs, Derbyshire – A hidden country pub and amazing food, close to Buxton
It was probably the hottest day of the year and we had a day out with friends in Buxton. Little did…
Nairobi, Kenya – 36 hours that surprised me
Our trip to Tanzania in February 2025 ended with a week in the sun in Nungwi, Zanzibar. We had an early…
Oslo Court, St John’s Wood, London – Traditional dining in a block of flats! Not what I was expecting.
Lords Cricket ground and the famous Abbey Road studios are located in St Johns Wood, an affluent North London location that…
Bhaji Pala, Gatley – Authentic vegan Indian cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere
As a child I grew up in South Manchester and often visited the Tatton Cinema in Gatley. Today It has been…
The Spärrows, Manchester – Food and Atmosphere – a well-kept secret
I’ve lived and worked in Manchester all my life. There are those places in any city that you just don’t generally…
Da Zio Gianni, Celino San Marco – I was not expecting such a great Italian Pizzeria
Celino San Marco is home to the famous DuePalme winery. I don’t know for sure but I would not be surprised…
Cotto, Whitefield, Manchester – A new Italian restaurant that evokes quality and high standards
Prestwich and Whitefield, in North Manchester, is quickly becoming THE culinary place to visit, where quality restaurants and bars are filling…
Mezzepotamia, Whitefield, Manchester – I was not expecting Middle Eastern food here!
I’ve lived in the North of Manchester for some thirty-something years, and as anyone who understands the area will know, you…
DobbleGanger, Cambridge – If only every burger tasted this good!
We recently visited Cambridge, a city of learning, history and culture. The architecture, museums, restaurants and shops make this an ideal…
Thyme Out, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria – a Greek coffee shop the Greeks would be proud of.
We arrived in the North of England and took a detour to Grange-over-Sands. It’s located on the North side of Morecambe…
Manor House Restaurant, Oxen Park – Good food in a remote location
A short drive from our accommodation in a Newby Bridge stands Oxen Park. You can reach it down the narrowest of…
