Stunning views, buzzing village atmosphere, a (swaying!) cable car and an underground tour. Matlock (click for map) is well worth a visit! This post is perfect if you’re planning a day out in the Peak District and are looking for inspiration. Have a read, and please do share your own go-to destinations in a comment. I […]
Cracking Crayfish Rolls
I need to share this with you. It’s a recipe inspired by the fantastic lobster rolls in restaurant Burger & Lobster. These are so incredibly quick to make, yet taste like heaven. Food heaven. Rather than using lobster, I have gone for crayfish tails to fill the sweet brioche buns. I do love lobster, but for a […]
Your To Do List – Patio Planning
If you are in the midst of pinning endless garden and patio related inspiration on Pinterest, this post might just be of help. I’m about to share my best ideas for a pretty neat patio update. Perfect for those rare but oh so appreciated British summer days and long evenings. Our outdoor area is in desperate […]
Delicious Super Slaw
I’ve never been a big fan of coleslaw. Whenever we eat out and the main meal comes with a side of coleslaw, I always pass it along to someone else who might be a bit more keen than me. I usually find it too heavy on the mayonnaise and it never seems to have enough flavour for […]
Step in to our Living Room
Our living room was carefully planned over time, sourcing trendy furniture along with timeless pieces. Now this is all a lie. We’ve never been much for planning a head. You would think that at least one of us would step in and be the sensible one, but when this eventually happens it has usually past the […]
Take home the key trends
Ikea. I’m sure everyone has some sort of relationship to this flat pack giant. Whether you’re a fan or foe, I must admit to never turning down a visit when I’m offered one. Last night, I fought through the Manchester rush hour traffic with the promise of a meatball dinner firmly in my mind. I was […]
4 Breathtaking Beauty Spots
I love day trips! Spontaneous, planned, or as a surprise, I really don’t mind. There’s something very special about discovering something new. When I first moved to Manchester, as a student and without both car and driving licence, we used to lug our bikes around on trains to get to where ever we wanted to […]