18th March 2016 | Everyday Luxury Travel Restaurants Europe UK

Beach-side dining at Fifteen Cornwall

In 2002 celebrity chef Jamie Oliver opened his restaurant, Fifteen, in London. He recruited fifteen young apprentices from disadvantaged backgrounds, hoping to give them new skills and a career by teaching them to have a love of food and a passion for cooking. The scheme wasn’t intended for any financial gain for Jamie himself and… Read more »

17th March 2016 | Everyday Luxury Travel Restaurants Europe UK

The Seafood Restaurant: Rick Stein’s Flagship Restaurant in Cornwall

Located around twenty minutes away from The Scarlet is the gorgeous town of Padstow…. The charming fishing port looks fairly typical but it is actually one of Cornwall’s top foodie destinations containing four of celebrity chef Rick Stein’s restaurants and cafes and Michelin-starred Paul Ainsworth at No. 6. On this chilly day in March, Padstow was… Read more »

14th March 2016 | Everyday Luxury Luxury Travel Restaurants UK

The Seafood Tasting Menu at Restaurant Nathan Outlaw

Not only does Cornwall have an incredible landscape, beautiful coastlines and a wealth of history, there is also a thriving the food scene that has never been so good as it is now. Today the county boasts world-class chefs, Michelin star restaurants and some exceptional produce. With so many wonderful places on offer it was… Read more »

11th March 2016 | Everyday Luxury Luxury Travel Europe UK

Laid-back luxury at The Scarlet Hotel, Cornwall

The next morning we woke up in our super comfy bed at The Scarlet Hotel. But I held back from shaking Mr S awake and rushing him to start the day. They take things very easy at The Scarlet Hotel and with breakfast available until 10.30am we could afford to take our time and remain… Read more »

10th March 2016 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe UK

Switching off at The Scarlet Hotel, Cornwall

I think it’s a combination of my Type A Personality, busy London life and an addiction to social media but for some reason I find it so hard to just to switch off and relax. Even on holiday I’m always dragging Mr S here and there, attempting to see everything and keep my FOMO in… Read more »

1st March 2016 | Everyday London Life Luxury Travel UK General Personal

My Greatest Adventure: Country Mouse to Town Mouse

You know that old tale The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse? Each mouse wants to try out each other’s lifestyle and see how the other half live. That was me, a country mouse that dreamed of the life of a town mouse… I grew up living in a teeny, tiny village in the countryside… Read more »

26th November 2015 | Everyday Luxury Luxury Travel UK

A Luxurious Guide to Mayfair

When I think about the most luxurious and exclusive areas of London, my mind immediately turns to Mayfair. A district encompassing some of London’s best restaurants, designer shops, beautiful houses and with the highest concentration of five star hotels in London, it’s the perfect place to spend a luxurious day. Here’s a list of some… Read more »

17th September 2015 | Everyday London Life Luxury Travel Europe UK Tours Top Tens

A Luxury Stay at The Conrad St James

A couple of months ago I wrote a luxury guide to Victoria, in which I described how the area isn’t just a train station or a business hub any more. Actually ongoing developments in the Victoria and St James area have made the area more and more exciting with new restaurants, bars and shops opening… Read more »

25th May 2015 | Everyday London Life Luxury Travel UK Top Tens

My Top Ten Luxury London Loves

I so excited that Lauren and Amy have launched a brand new London link up celebrating everything about our capital. The first topic is what do you love about London and I thought it was a great opportunity to tell you my top ten luxury London loves. 1. Best Super-Luxe Hotel for Feeling Like a… Read more »