Category Archives: 5 Star Rating

July 20

ESCAPE LONDON – Feel like Royalty at Brockencote Hall in Worcestershire

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Brockencote Hall is a stunning Victorian country house hotel near the Malvern Hills in Worcestershire and part of the Eden Hotel collection. From setting your eyes on this stunning Hall, to the moment you leave, you can’t help but feel like royalty. The beautiful hallways are adorned with Victorian furniture and on the walls hang […]

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May 28

ESCAPE LONDON – Ramble into Ravenstone Lodge, peace, tranquility and relaxation in the heart of the Lake District

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Situated by Bassenthwaite Lake, amongst the picturesque scenery and rolling fells of the Lake District, sits the 3-star, Country House hotel, Ravenstone Lodge. Their website suggested a small, family run business, beautiful views, fabulous food and good value for money, so I was really looking to finding out if this was really the case. Plus, […]

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April 04

BEAUTY – Feel like a star at Muse of London hair Salon

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Muse of London is set just behind Oxford Street right in the middle of the West End, it is just a few minutes walk from Tottenham Court Road, Oxford Street or Goodge Street tube stations. As soon step into the salon you are greeted by a friendly receptionist and seated in the trendy coffee area, […]

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March 09

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – Sonoma Wine Garden, Santa Monica’s hidden gem

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Hidden in the heart of Santa Monica on top of shopping mall sits something you would not expect, a beautiful restaurant with a stunning roof terrace and lovely views all over Santa Monica. As you step into the pretty building you are welcomed by beautiful tall ceilings and an open bar area. Outside the view […]

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February 02

ESCAPE LONDON – Fall in love with Rockliffe Hall Hotel and Spa, County Durham

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Rockliffe Hall is a two and a half hour train ride from London and about a four hour drive, do not let the drive put you off though as it is worth every second when you set eyes on the stunning building of Rockliffe Hall. The view is as exciting as the history it boasts, […]

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January 17

LONDON MEMBERS BARS/CLUBS – Take a peep at the gloriously glamorous Le Peep Boutique

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Another week and another members bar/club opens the big smoke. Over the years the capital has seen more than its fair share of Eurotrashy, Arabian, flashy, East End shabby member bars open and close at the rate of knots of a super yacht! What does successful club owner Mark Alexiou (Pangaea) have to offer us […]

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December 20

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – Superb dining at The Tavern on The Green, New York

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Situated on the Upper West Side in the heart of Central Park, this again is a must for tourists, who are not travelling on a student allowance. At an average of $17 a starter and $28 for the main course, it wouldn’t suit everyone’s budget. However, as the saying goes ”You get what you pay for” and […]

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December 20

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – have a luxurious brunch at the Waldorf Astoria, New York

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It’s a cliche but true, there’s no place quite like New York at Christmas time.  New Yorkers love their Sunday brunch and the Astoria has been boasting one of the best for several decades now. The beautiful, historic building situated on Midtown Park Avenue is impressive from both outside and in. There is a certain […]

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December 15

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – The Gadarene Swine in Los Angeles is simply the best!

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The Gadarene Swine is a lovely little restaurant in Studio City, Los Angeles. As you walk off Ventura Boulevard you are greeted but a pretty patio, with little trees, fairy lights and a welcome arch. As soon as you step inside you can’t help but feel welcome and at home, yet walking inside is just […]

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November 17

London Eateries – Vivo bravo, bravissimo!

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OK so to be honest, I’m ordinarily not a big fan of Italian restaurants – being from the carbs are the enemy school of thought and thinking all Italian food revolves around bread and pasta – so I took this review with a sense of trepidation. To ensure a fair jury however, I decided to […]

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