Il Paradiso at York Place, Leeds

Last Saturday we were invited to the new Il Paradiso Restaurant at York Place in Leeds. Il Paradiso’s Italian journey started in York by Sardinia born Paolo and is one of York hidden gems – but once you’ve discovered it, you will love it. The same could be said for their new Leeds restaurant, situated…

The Ivy – St. Helens Square, York

Oh what a busy start to the year it has been!  I feel like I’ve been running around non stop since the turn of 2019 so it was lovely to sit back and relax on Wednesday evening when we were invited for dinner at The Ivy, St. Helens, York. The Ivy opened in late 2017…

Lanzarote: Not So Grotty!

Lanzarote: Not So Grotty!   Having recently returned from a week in Lanzarote if feel a bit sorry for the island. In recent years it has often been dubbed ‘Lanzagrotty’ and, even when people would ask where I was going, I would say “oh just Lanzarote”…”Just wanted some cheap sun”! On arriving and exploring I…

Roots York

Having just returned from holiday (blog post to follow!) it’s been a crazy week back at home but last night we were lucky enough to get a reservation at Roots – York, the much anticipated new venture by top chef Tommy Banks. Nestled at the bottom of Marygate, close to the river, the former Bay…

Amsterdam: Return of the Dam

Amsterdam: Return of the Dam

Amsterdam Trip: My tips and hot spots – mama Kellys, Airbnb, pulitzer hotel and Staling bank cards!

Back with Bettys!

Following my Easter From Bettys I was lucky enough to be asked by Bettys to style and photograph their infamous ‘Fondant Fancies‘ in my own insta style. Their scrumptious fondant fancies are perfect for any occasion as they offer an option to have your fancies personalised, making them a perfect birthday option! Because we all…

Easter from Bettys

Hey, here is the beautiful selection of my Easter goodies that Bettys kindly sent me for the festive Easter indulgence. Remember you can get you scrumptious Bettys Easter treats from their stores & tearooms in Ilkley, Northallerton, Harrogate, Harlow Carr and of course my beautiful home town of York! In both their York St. Helens…

My Dog Friendly Leeds

dog friendly venues in leeds, cafe pub bar tried and tested by myself and my little pug hector @mrhectormarch