In late November, I turned 41. And how did I celebrate? By… going to London for a work event. Womp. Not the most glamorous start …
Longa, Cardiff – a foray back into restaurant reviewing
Recently, I’ve been getting back into reading restaurant reviews. I’m particularly enjoying Gourmet Gorro and Edible Reading at the moment. It made me realise it’s …
Tackling food waste and over buying in 2026
Happy New Year! Kicking off as I mean to go on, with a renewed focus on cooking and the food we choose to put into …
Warm quinoa, beetroot and goat’s cheese salad
I appreciate the irony of writing this on the day that the temperatures plummet. But, last month when I made this, the weather was better. …
Ottogi yeol tteokbokki noodles
It’s time for another noodle review and today it’s the Korean Ottogi yeol tteokbokki noodles. The combination of noodles and rice cakes makes for a …
Instant Pot beef stew with root veg
I was recently sent the Mini Instant Pot 3.8L multi cooker to try out, and I couldn’t wait to get stuck in! I’ve seen Instant …
All-inclusive eats: indulgence vs. food waste
We just got back from a week in Mallorca. For the first time, we stayed at an all inclusive hotel and whilst we had an …
Buldak cream carbonara instant noodles
Today’s noodle review is one from Korean brand Samyang, who are responsible for many delicious food products. I’m surprised this hasn’t made it to the …
Nongshim spicy chicken shin ramyun
If you’ve ever wandered down the instant noodle aisle, chances are you’ve met the OG: shin ramyun in the iconic red packet. It’s a classic …
Zero Degrees Microbrewery – turning 25 this year!
Bristolians – if you’ve ever wandered up Colston Street, chances are you’ve clocked the industrial-chic façade of Zero Degrees—a microbrewery-meets-restaurant perched on the hill staring …









