Category Archives: 5 Star Rating

May 17

LONDON EATERIES – Enjoy magnificent views across London and outstanding food at the Aviary Rooftop Restaurant and Bar in London

As soon as you step out of the lift to the roof for the Aviary Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, which is situated inside The Montcalm Royal London House on the 10th floor, you are met with a pretty restaurant and a buzzing atmosphere. From gorgeous views to signature cocktails and everything in between, it’s the perfect place for […]

April 20

LONDON EATERIES – Darren’s Keto Column – Kanishka by Atul Kochhar Tingles the Tastebuds

Welcome to my new restaurant review where I review restaurants for those individuals adhering  to a strict keto diet.  This can present itself as a terrible inconvenience when eating out, so join me as I report on various eateries from high end to pop-ups!  It’s very rare when I’m exposed to public places that I don’t get […]

April 11

LONDON HOTELS – Enjoy all Stratford has to offer and treat yourself to a stay at the opulent Hyatt Regency Hotel 

You really can shop until you drop at London’s Westfield Stratford as the stunning Hyatt Regency Hotel is situated right inside the mall! Parking for the hotel is only a minute away with easy access via lifts and it isn’t just the hotel’s tall glass façade that will impress you as the outstanding service, stunning […]

April 03

LUXURY GETAWAYS – Enjoy a relaxing visit to the 15th century SWAN HOTEL AND SPA in Lavenham, Suffolk

It is the little touches that make you remember a place and on my second visit I am reminded of these and why I fell in love with The Swan in Lavenham. The history of the hotel is delightful, it was built in the 15th century and is set in the heart of the beautiful Suffolk medieval […]

January 29

ESCAPE LONDON VISIT AMERICA : THE LONDON WEST HOLLYWOOD – “FROM HOME TO HOME IN THE SUN”

From Home to Sunny Home.

December 17

LONDON EATERIES – Enjoy outstanding Indian cuisine and the warmest of welcomes at Indian Essence by Atul Kochhar in Petts Wood

You may be fooled into thinking you need to head to London’s West End to enjoy high-quality service and food excellence, however, those lucky people who live in South London have Indian Essence on their doorstep. Even if you don’t live in the vicinity, it is well worth the 20-minute train ride for an evening […]

December 07

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – HEAD TO HEAVENLY HYATT CENTRIC HOTEL, PORTLAND, OREGON

They say it’s the little things that count. I couldn’t agree more. My stay at the Hyatt Centric Portland reflects that in every thoughtful aspect of the unique design of this hotel.  From the view of the beautiful view of the church from the 15th floor castle style window, to the locally inspired wall art […]

November 28

BEAUTY – Get perfect party brows in your lunch break from Sian Dellar

Did you over-pluck your eyebrows, find them too thin or just don’t like the shape of them? All of these things can be beautifully corrected by eyebrow magician Sian Dellar. Sian is a permanent make-up and microblading expert and I don’t use the term expert lightly! She totally transformed the shape of my eyebrows making […]

April 25

ESCAPE LONDON – Enjoy a friendly welcome and create memories in the magical seaside town of Weymouth

The seaside town of Weymouth in Dorset is a 3-hour drive from London, the perfect distance to head to for a long weekend or a quaint British holiday by the sea. The lovely Georgian building of the Gresham Guest House won’t disappoint, this traditional guest house has moved with the times as they send you a text […]

April 02

LONDON HOTELS – Fall in love with the sumptuous and unique nhow Hotel in London Islington

The nHow Hotel is situated right in the heart of the city, perfect for a fun night out, a business trip or a romantic night or three! From the moment you step into the nhow hotel, you will be in awe of the sumptuous surroundings and whilst it is certainly quirky, the hotel also has […]