Dining Out Reviews

A Tasty Sunday Lunch at The Tavern at Tansley

It had been a good while, i.e. several years, since we'd last visited The Tavern at Tansley but, with the weather being dodgy (to say the least!) a foray out into the wilds of the ‘Shire wasn’t

From Empty Cupboards to Thai Treasures - Our Feast at Mimi Kitchen, Eastwood

It's no secret that I'm a bit lacking in the kitchen, and I've never tried to pretend otherwise. However, you would think that I'd at least be able to ensure that

Sunday Roasts and Country Charm at The Red Lion, Birchover

Finally, the rain came! Like most things, this was a double-edged sword: on the one hand, the gardens certainly needed the water; on the other, it was impeding mine and The

Exploring the New A La Carte Menu at Hart's Hotel & Kitchen, Nottingham

The recipe for success is a simple one: give the people what they want. Another factor is not being afraid to try something new, even though there are no guarantees

Trying Out The New Afternoon Tea At Fairways At Chevin Golf Club

There are Afternoon Teas and then there are the ones served at Fairways at Chevin Golf Club in Duffield. It has been an absolute joy to savour each Afternoon Tea that we've

Out For Breakfast At S42 Cafe In Tupton, Chesterfield

Hot on the heels of its recent win in Derbyshire Timess - What's your favourite Cafe across Chesterfield and Derbyshires poll, S42 Cafe in Tupton invited The Man and I along to

Out For Dinner At The Boathouse In Farndon

I'm not quite sure whether Kane Oliver is utterly bonkers yet, or whether he simply can't get enough of the hospitality business! The Man and I have already visited one of his venues, The Lion by

Out For Lunch In The Farmhouse Kitchen At Horsley Lodge Estate

I'm not much of a cook at the best of times, to be honest; so, you can bet your bottom dollar that I'm not going to bust a gut trying to rustle something tasty up on a Bank

Out For Dinner At Anoki Indian Restaurant In Nottingham

The Anoki team have been at it again; winning awards, that is! At the recent English Curry Awards, they scooped not one, but TWO wins: Best of Nottingham in the

Out For Dinner At The Machine Inn, Ashbourne

If you're a foodie in the Shire, you'll have heard the name Danny Box; and if you haven't, where the heck you been?!! This very talented Chef has formerly been in kitchens at The