Following on from my dinner date in Dusseldorf, this week I’ve moved on to (much!) warmer climes Barcelona. Barcelona is a fantastic all year round destination, benefiting from gentle sunshine 365 days a year. So if you’re planning a Barcelona trip in 2012, here’s a guide to the best...

I was on the way out of my local Tesco the other day when the man I was following stopped at the exit to let a couple of people in. The doorway was wide enough to accommodate two-way traffic, however, so I tsk’d, threw my head back dramatically and strode past him, clipping him with my...

I thought I’d throw something new into my travel blog mix this week and start integrating some posts which merge my two favourite things in the world – travel and food. Sort of like a ‘round the world in 80 dinner dates.’ First up is my most recent destination, and one which I loved so...

You and your loved one have taken the day off to fully enjoy the day. The restaurant is booked. Chocolates and flowers are on the agenda. Need a few more ideas? You can count on London to bring an extra touch of magic: See the stars At the Royal Observatory in Greenwich you could spend a...

Pubs are the heart of a neighbourhood. We all love a good pint of course, but it would not taste the same without the warm atmosphere, the wooden counters, the soothing noise of glasses being filled, the catching up with friends. The Gun Too little known, this excellent gastropub is a 10mn...

With Valentine’s Day coming up I thought I’d help all those petrol station flower givers out there with a romantic run down of the top four most romantic places in Europe. Feel free to add your favourite romantic travel spots in the comments below!River Seine, Paris Paris is a bit of a...

I’ve never really understood people who write about small non-events that present no insight or relevance to anyone but themselves. Why do they waste the energy? It takes a lot less effort to blurt mindlessly about inconsequentialities than it does to come up with something fresh and...

I do remember a time when going to an Indian restaurant meant a basic, very white deco, a menu mostly limited to classics: korma, masala, biryani, vindaloo. In London, though, the experience can be a real travel for the senses. I have selected the best places in town would you wish to add a...

If it feels like an age before your next trip, why not bring a tiny taste of holidays into your home? Invite your favourite friends round and throw a dinner party themed around your favourite destination. Spain is a summer holiday favourite for most, and it’s super simple to do a great...

The River Thames has been in existence for something close to 58 million years. It is by far the oldest attraction in a city famed for its history, offering a transient avenue of clear space that cannot be obstructed or built upon. Indeed, it is timeless and peaceful, a vital respite in a...