Category: Food
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Trebinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina, day 1, 020526: Through Dubrovnik to Trebinje: The Start of Our Balkan Adventure
✈️ An Easy Start from London We set off from Heathrow Airport and, unusually, the flight actually left a little early—always a good sign. The journey itself was calm and easy, and the British Airways crew made it extra special by wishing JC a happy 60th birthday. Such a small gesture, but it really meant…
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Stockholm, Sweden, Day 4, 040126: Taking It Slow in Sub-Zero Temperatures
A Slow, Frosty Start There was absolutely no rush to get out of bed this morning. With temperatures sitting at minus 5, we stayed tucked up a little longer, enjoying the warmth of the room at Hotel Reisen. We’d been sensible the day before and brought some treats back from afternoon tea, so breakfast was…
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Stockholm, Sweden, Day 3, 030126: Snowy Streets, ABBA Hits and Afternoon Tea at the Grand Hôtel
We had another leisurely start to the day, thanks in part to a snowstorm that woke me in the night. By morning I decided I clearly needed to catch up on sleep, so we took things slowly before heading out. A Slippery Start in Snowy Stockholm Stepping into snowy Stockholm felt magical… right up until…
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Stockholm, Sweden, day 2, 020126: A snowy day exploring Stockholm
A Slow Start to a Snowy Morning We started the day slowly, helped by the fact that it had begun snowing heavily again overnight. Big, soft flakes fell steadily, instantly making everything feel quieter and more magical. With no rush, we eventually wrapped up warm and headed out around 11am. ⸻ The Royal Palace in…
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Stockholm, Sweden, Day 1: 010126 A snowy New Year in the Old Town
From bustling markets to cosy eateries, Stockholm’s Gamla Stan offers a winter escape with rich history and modern charm.
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Northern Ireland, day 4, 230925: From Titanic History to Simply Red
We started our day in Belfast with breakfast at The Wolff Grill in the Titanic Hotel. The restaurant is named after Gustav Wolff, co-founder of Harland & Wolff, the legendary shipbuilders behind the RMS Titanic. It overlooks the slipways where the ship was launched in 1911, which makes sitting down for your morning coffee feel…
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Northern Ireland, day 3, 220925: 24 Hours in Belfast: History, Heritage & Hospitality
Belfast is a city where history isn’t just remembered — it’s lived. From the shipyards that launched the Titanic to the cobbled lanes of the Cathedral Quarter, every corner tells a story. Here’s how we spent 24 hours in Northern Ireland’s capital, balancing heritage, great food, and a lively night out. Morning: From Bushmills to…
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Northern Ireland , day 2, 210925: Rainbows, Guinness, and a Story from the Cliffs
The day began with the kind of hotel breakfast you could happily linger over for hours. I started with natural yogurt, granola, and fruit compote, followed by a cheese and mushroom omelette so large that I couldn’t finish it. Not a bad start for a day of exploring Northern Ireland’s legendary Causeway Coast. Cancelled plans…
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Northern Ireland, day 1, 200925: A Day of Trails, Tastes & Tales: From Cave Hill to Bushmills
We drove off the Stena Line ferry at about 7am, the morning still fresh and quiet. We were relaxed after our smooth overnight crossing from Liverpool, but with the day ahead of us, we headed straight for our first adventure: Cave Hill Trail, just outside Belfast. Morning on Cave Hill The walk was about 4.33…
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Copenhagen, day 3, 250825
A day of towers, trials and terminal sprints The morning began in the most civilised way possible: breakfast in the hotel. We took our time over orange juice, water and ginger shots, and a good choice of breakfast, fully aware that the day ahead would be anything but leisurely. After checking out, we left our…
