Having meticulously planned a weekend of surprises for my future husband - including a visit from 6 of his good friends from back home - I was feeling kind of smug with myself recently. I was pretty convinced in advance I'd arranged a fairly perfect weekend for Ian, but it managed to get even better … Continue reading Steak and cocktails @ Mr White’s English Chophouse
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Bloggers go dating @ Siamais
Despite being an almost married woman now, let it be known I went on my fair share of dates when I was a Single Sally. Oh yes! I was quite the expert as it goes and even wrote a weekly blog about my experiences trying to find love in this fair city, but that's a … Continue reading Bloggers go dating @ Siamais
Photos from Colmore Row Food Festival
This weekend saw the welcome return of Colmore Row Food Festival; celebrating and showcasing the best restaurants, bars, cafes and bistros this fab part of Brum has to offer. The two-day event - which annually takes over Victoria Square - took place over the 30th June and 1st July, and featured stalls from some of the most popular … Continue reading Photos from Colmore Row Food Festival
Pre-cinema grub @ Bacchus Bar
The heatwave that's hit Birmingham in the past week has been glorious, but I have to say my poor pale skin was quite delighted to escape the sunshine for an hour on Tuesday. With a trip to the cinema to see the preview of Baby Driver at Cineworld (bloody brilliant, btw) later on that night, Ian … Continue reading Pre-cinema grub @ Bacchus Bar
Beef and Malbec Masterclass @ Gaucho
There are very few things in life I love more than steak and red wine (sorry Ian) so I was beyond excited to be invited to attend the Beef and Malbec Masterclass at Gaucho this week. An exclusive event for press and foodie bloggers, the intimate evening presented a wonderful opportunity to meet Gaucho’s Master … Continue reading Beef and Malbec Masterclass @ Gaucho
Place your bets: The Restaurant, Broadway Casino
I've never been much of a gambler, but when we visited Las Vegas (and subsequently booked our wedding!) in October last year I got quite a taste for Blackjack. With our forthcoming nuptials in Sin City at the forefront of mind, I was delighted to be invited to Broadway Casino to check out their Italian … Continue reading Place your bets: The Restaurant, Broadway Casino
