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Recipe Creator, Pub Regular & Travel-loving Adventurer

The Dim Sum Parlour in Durham

The Dim Sum Parlour in Durham
Hidden away up one of the city’s oldest and most beautiful streets, the first Dim Sum Parlour in Durham has opened it’s doors to a very warm welcome… For me, Durham City Centre really lacks… View Post

NE1 Restaurant Week – New Menu and Free Cocktails at Colonel Porter’s

NE1 Restaurant Week – New Menu and Free Cocktails at Colonel Porter’s
It’s back again! Yes, every foodie’s favourite event, NE1 Restaurant Week, has taken over Newcastle for the final time this year. And to kick it off in style, I was invited along to Colonel Porter’s… View Post

Bistrot Pierre Middlesbrough: New Summer Menu

Bistrot Pierre Middlesbrough: New Summer Menu
As the heatwave knocks the North East on it’s arse (we really don’t know how to deal with it do we?), Bistrot Pierre Middlesbrough has freshened up their menu with a range of new dishes… View Post
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5 Best Walks in the North East with Nearby Pubs

5 Best Walks in the North East with Nearby Pubs
You didn’t think for a second there wouldn’t be a pint involved did you? A critical factor in deciding where to hike for us is the nearby pub – there’s just nothing better than a… View Post

Easy Vegetarian Thai Green Curry Recipe

Easy Vegetarian Thai Green Curry Recipe
We eat a LOT of meat. And whilst I personally don’t think I could go full veggie, we’ve been debating being less carnivorous for some time. We consistently hear the benefits of eating less meat… View Post