Category Archives: Restaurants

March 13

Five new shops and restaurants now on the menu at Regent’s Place

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Five exciting new shops and restaurants are open or coming soon to Regent’s Place campus in London’s West End. The new brands are: – Cycle Republic (now open) – Halford’s first concept store and the number one destination for cycle products will be located in Euston Tower – Nuvola (coming soon) – an Italian outlet […]

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March 03

LONDON EATERIES – Mind-blowing White Chocolate Cheesecake at Balans Soho Society, Westfield London

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Walking through Westfield Shopping Centre, you could see a clear division: on the left was the shopping mall with beautiful shop windows, and on the right many different types of restaurants with various specialties. I was going for Balans Soho Society, with a diverse menu and great cocktails, and I am certain that I have […]

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February 08

ESCAPE LONDON – 5 star food, a stones throw from the beach and excellent value for money! The White Lion Hotel in Aldeburgh.

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The White Lion Hotel is situated in the pretty seaside town of Aldeburgh, it is only a 90-minute drive from London, which makes it a perfect weekend getaway. The hotel is right opposite the beach, so close you can step onto the beach within seconds and enjoy the fresh sea air. Although we visited in […]

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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 31

LONDON EATERIES – Fun with fish and meringue at the Parlour Canary Wharf

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London is saturated with restaurants, just as a fry up is saturated with fat! The choice for a dinner venue has never been so big! But the problem with all these high streets and shopping malls with chains that dominate them; chains that offer the same tried and tested, tediously dull menus! Also, as the […]

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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 20

ESCAPE LONDON, VISIT AMERICA – Spoil yourself in the heart of New York at the Kitano Hotel

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The boutique hotel Kitano in New York is situated a stones throw from the Empire State Building and in central Manhattan. Before you even step inside the stunning hotel, you are greeted by the porter at the door and this is just where the excellent service begins. The receptionists are very friendly and are sure […]

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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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December 07

LONDON EATERIES – Fresh and delicious lobster at Lobster Kitchen, London

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Lobster Kitchen is situated right in the heart of London, in Covent Garden. Walking down Great Russell Street it soon became obvious by the long queue of excited diners waiting outside, exactly where the restaurant was. I have never seen a queue for a restaurant, especially in chilly November, but that just gives you a […]

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