Restaurants | Fifty Four and Counting

The Chocolate Cafe, Henley on Thames – A Riverside Pit Stop for a great lunch

BritishfiftyfourandcountingJune 1, 2017

You just don’t say no when offered a cruise along the Thames by friends with a stunning boat like something from a familiar Bond movie. If you think Big Ben, Westminster and London Bridge then you’d be wrong about the image of the Thames upstream. This area where the famous Henley Regatta takes place is…

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BistrofiftyfourandcountingJune 1, 2017

Greenberry Cafe, Primrose Hill – The little Gem with an Organic Flavour

London has some great green belt places in the heart of the city. Recently I visited Primrose Hill. What a delightful…

FoodfiftyfourandcountingMay 27, 2017

Bocconcino, London – Advance to Mayfair for Authentic Italian food within a Tuscan Setting

For those that play the game called Monopoly you’ll immediately know that Mayfair is Londons most expensive property location. It’s surrounded…

FoodfiftyfourandcountingMay 17, 2017

Gusto – Manchester – Italian food for the discerning

Behind every closed door lay secrets that often remain between four walls. When we think of trendy cities full of life,…

BritishfiftyfourandcountingMay 4, 2017

Grill on the Alley – Like a reliable friend

Manchester has a surprising number of culinary hot spots where survival is based on high foot fall or in some instances where…

FoodfiftyfourandcountingApril 2, 2017

The Prachee – a Great taste of India in Prestwich

Opposite Heaton Park, next to the metro station stands a very unassuming restaurant, popular with locals and new visitors alike. The…

BistrofiftyfourandcountingMarch 30, 2017

The Inn at Whitewell – a worthy trip out for a hearty meal

The Trough of Bowland is a beautiful location worthy of a visit especially on a sunny day. The stunning views, rivers,…

AsianfiftyfourandcountingMarch 17, 2017

Australasia, Manchester – Down Under, Buzzing and Unique

Imagine if you will, historic buildings set against a backdrop of glass architecture. Take comfort in the knowledge that what you…

FoodfiftyfourandcountingMarch 12, 2017

Jasmine, Chorlton – Every table is taken, it shows how good the food is

Spending an evening in Jasmine Chorlton, a popular middle eastern cuisine restaurant, is certainly not because of the decor, the paper…

BritishfiftyfourandcountingFebruary 25, 2017

Manchester House – an immersive culinary dining experience

I’ve lived and worked all my life in and around Manchester and for the first 25 years of my work was…

BritishfiftyfourandcountingFebruary 23, 2017

The search is on for this years winners of the ‘Fifty Four and Counting Best ‘Restaurant’, ‘Pub Grub’ and ‘Street Food’ Awards 2017

Spread the word! Fifty Four and Counting 2017 Awards are on! I know .. there are loads of great restaurants out…

FoodfiftyfourandcountingFebruary 22, 2017

There’s my way and there is ‘Spice Way’

Off the court yard of Battlers Green Farm stands a small shop called Spice Way. The shop itself is intriguing given…

BistrofiftyfourandcountingFebruary 21, 2017

Who would have thought the ‘Refuge’ was back in fashion!

Thirty years ago the Refuge Assurance Co. was a Mancunian landmark like no other. Its clock tower and Victorian facade evoked…

BritishfiftyfourandcountingFebruary 18, 2017

Battlers Green Farm, Radlett, Hertfordshire – really nice shopping village and tea rooms

If you’re looking for somewhere to go I doubt you’ll be disappointed with Battlers Green Farm. It’s quaint here, set in…

Coffee shopsfiftyfourandcountingFebruary 17, 2017

The Coffee Cup in Hampstead .. popular, food ok, but in need of TLC

Lunch in Hampstead is an easy decision to make as this lovely high street offers places to stop and eat in…