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“Quag’s, Sweetie!”
The Ab Fab Brunch at Quaglino’s 25th August Just over a year ago Edina and Patsy came back in Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie! In celebration, the iconic London venue Quaglino’s…
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North Sea Jazz Festival 2018
This year’s Rotterdam’s North Sea Jazz Festival promises something for everyone, including nostalgia featuring Chic, Chaka Khan and Earth Wind and Fire, and that old master of the Avant Garde,…
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Four Degree St George’s Wharf Vauxhall – Review
Peter Morrell and his wife enjoy the location, aesthetics, food and service in this sophisticated Japanese/European Fusion restaurant Despite once being the home of an 18th century pleasure garden Vauxhall…
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Make Sunday Special at Bel & the Dragon
Relax, enjoy lunch and stay over at inns located in some of southern England’s most picturesque towns Guests can visit and recharge their batteries before starting the week ahead. Spending…
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Award Winning Wines for your delectation
Peter Morrell recommends some of the best for your drinking pleasure The recent Sommelier Wine Awards 2018 saw the wines below capture a clutch of honours for their quality. These…
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Two Little Princesses go to Windsor
Peter Morrell and his wife take their two grand children to retrace the steps of the Royal Wedding It’s that time of the year again when the long summer holiday…
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The Roccbox by Gozney
GOZNEY and having won an army of professional fans with their commercial range found at popular haunts such as Yard Sale, Pizza Pilgrims and Black Axe Mangal, have put their…
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Some like it hot – The new Microplane® Chili Mill
Microplane® adds a new Chili Mill to their collection of premium quality kitchen tools Made in the USA, the photo-etched ultra-sharp signature Microplane blades, or teeth, effortlessly and precisely grate…
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New Healthy Food and Drink Products
Peter Morrell and his team find out that you can be indulgent and virtuous at the same time with these new healthy food and drink brands We have been trying…
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Will Young set to headline Quaglino’s ‘Q Decades’ Closing Party
On Thursday 30th August, Quaglino’s is set to host one of music’s most well-known and recognisable figures in British contemporary music and performing arts, Will Young He will take to…
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Florentine Restaurant Waterloo – Review
Peter Morrell and a friend enjoy an excellent lunch in this stylish restaurant just south of the river Florentine is keeping up the trend for the number of quality restaurants…
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Rigi and Schilhorn Switzerland
Stunning views and adrenalin pumping aerial walkways give Liz Gill an exhilarating experience in the Swiss Alps There is a wonderful story told by Mark Twain against himself about his…
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Smiths of Smithfield – Review
Peter Morrell and his wife discover that this well know restaurant has been totally refurbished and has a brand new menu offering a range of fresh and innovative dishes After…
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Europe’s Largest Japanese Food Hall ‘ICHIBA’ comes to Westfield London
Peter Morrell reports on the opening of this impressive new foodie destination On 14th July the Japan Centre Group launched Europe’s largest Japanese Food Hall, Ichiba in Westfield London, Shepherd’s…
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Tasting Sicily Enzo’s Kitchen – Review
Peter Morrell and his wife are transported to this beautiful island for the evening by the vibrant flavours of the food in this restaurant which offers authentic Sicilian cuisine Enzo…
Editors' Picks
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Acclaimed Chef Pip Lacey will open hicce at Wolf & Badger in October 2018
An 80 cover restaurant with alfresco seating for approximately 35, hicce (ee-che) will offer all day dining from midday onwards at the much anticipated Wolf & Badger store at King’s…
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All aboard for Oberammergau
A once in a decade experience In our fast-paced, instant gratification society, it is rare to find a true one-off worth waiting for. The Oberammergau Passion Play is a…
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Raise a stein to toast 185 years of Oktoberfest in Munich!
Flybmi from Bristol to Germany’s iconic beer festival from just £108 This autumn, the city of Munich will proudly celebrate its brewing prowess for the 185thannual Oktoberfest! Despite its name…
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Meet the Experts who will be at the Ludlow Food Festival
Friday 7 – Sunday 9 September – Ludlow Castle, Shropshire Ludlow Food Festival returns with a bang this September with a superb line-up of special guests alongside a huge…
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Preferred Hotels and Resorts welcomes 22 New Member Hotels
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to welcome 22 new member hotels, resorts, and residences to its curated collection of more than 700 distinctive…
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Youthful Over 65s Sparking Rise In Three-Gen Family Travel
New research released today by award-winning cruise line Viking reveals that the changing lifestyles of the over 65s is inspiring an increasing in multi-generational, all-adult family holidays The research, carried…
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Free door-to-door transfers on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ intriguing Iceland and Greenland itineraries in 2019
Holidaymakers looking to explore the delights of Iceland and Greenland can benefit from free door-to-door transfers up to 90 miles on five selected scenic itineraries next year, as Fred. Olsen…
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Celebrate End of Summer with the locals at Mallorca’s Rei En Jaume Festival
Experience island culture with Prestige Holidays from £645pp Mallorca’s Santa Ponca will party hard this September as it celebrates its annual Rei en Jaume cultural festival. From 31 August to…
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French Family Values meets True British Tradition
Gather round for the New Sunday Lunch A La Blanc Sunday lunch just received an extra layer of comfort, courtesy of Raymond Blanc. Taking the humble roast to a whole…
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Château de Mercuès reopens restaurant and kitchen following extensive refurbishment
Located in south-west France’s Lot Valley, Château de Mercuès by the Vigouroux family has unveiled the stunning one million Euro refurbishment of its Michelin star restaurant Le Duèze and its…
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Italian Summer Supper Clubs at Carluccio’s
On the 15th of August, selected Carluccio’s restaurants will be uniting the nation for Ferragosto – an Italian holiday focused on family, friends and feasting For just £25 for adults…
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Stick the kettle on
We Are Tea are on a mission to bring the highest quality tea to the nation Founded in 2007 by tea superfans Spence & Suze, We Are Tea ethically source…
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Sunday Lunch Family Fun at Ye Olde Bell
Those looking for a place to entertain the kids on a Sunday can kick back and enjoy a relaxing afternoon and sumptuous lunch at Ye Olde Bell and after the…
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‘Venture to the four corners of the world’ on Fred. Olsen’s longer voyages in 2018/19
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is inviting guests to ‘turn their dreams into reality’ on two outstanding longer-voyage adventures in 2018/19 Black Watch’s 107-night ‘Around the World with Sydney at New…
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Autumn in Venice – Ernest Hemingway and his last Muse
Patricia Cleveland-Peck reviews this fascinating book by Andrea di Robilant In this engagingly written and meticulously researched book Andrea di Robilant traces Hemingway’s obsession with the young Venetian girl Adriana…
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Still three weekends left to attend the River Stage Festival on London’s South Bank
River Stage, the free outdoor Summer festival organised by the National Theatre in partnership with five of the UK’s leading arts and culture organisations begins on London’s South Bank this…
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Backwaters launches Eco-Friendly Cruise-Tour Holidays to the Heart Of France, From £950pp for Seven Nights
New specialist operator introduces leisurely way to explore France’s network of hidden inland waterways with high comfort day-boat cruising, excursions and overnight hotel stays Specialist cruise-tour operator, Backwaters (www.backwaters.tours 01303…
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Cottons Rum Week
Monday 13th to Sunday 19th August Cottons Restaurants and Rum Shacks in London’s Camden, Notting Hill, Shoreditch and Vauxhall Paying homage to the world’s finest spirit with a week of…
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Find yourself in fantastique France with Avalon Waterways
Bienvenue en France! Explore the wonders of the French countryside and the country’s culturally rich cities in relaxed luxury on an Avalon Waterways river cruise Guests can choose between itineraries…
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Four Degree brings Japanese Fusion to Vauxhall’s Waterfront
Following an extended soft launch period, Four Degrees, the Japanese and European riverside restaurant in Vauxhall has officially opened Spread over two floors the restaurant offers incredible views of the…
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Feya opens in Marylebone
Elegant and contemporary café Feya has opened its first site in the heart of London’s Marylebone, in the St Christopher’s Place area Thoughtfully designed with marble textures, florals and pastel…
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Game – Set – Match
The Seaside Los Jameos Playa Hotel, Lanzarote As Wimbledon serves into action, Seaside Los Jameos Playa Hotel, Lanzarote not only offers year-round sunshine, but also year-round world-class pro tennis lessons…
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The Tiger who came to Tea is the Cat’s Whiskers
Chris Hurley and her husband take their two grand children to see the musical adaptation of this enduringly popular children’s picture book This production has returned to the Piccadilly Theatre…
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Everything’s coming up Violets
Peter Morrell reviews the innovative J.J. Whitley Violet Gin created by a distillery with a long and distinguished heritage The popularity of gin continues unabated. And as demand increases distillers…
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Metcalfe’s skinny® popcorn launch new savoury Sweet Chilli flavour
Metcalfe’s skinny® popcorn are delighted to unveil their latest popcorn sensation, a Sweet Chilli flavour that will make your taste buds positively POP The ideal treat for the sweet and…
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines reveals ‘Top 20’ hand-picked itineraries for 2019/20
The enchanting gardens of Madeira, the exquisite waterways of Sweden and the captivating Norwegian fjords are among the destinations named in Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ most popular sailings for 2019/20…
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Spain – The Country of Tapas
Peter Morrell joins the celebrations to mark World Tapas Day The Hispania restaurant in the City of London was the venue for an event that celebrated World Tapas Day, Top…