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If you’re on the hunt for a bottomless Sunday lunch in Cardiff, Thomas Restaurant at Future Inns in Cardiff Bay is a total winner. Mum and I recently tried it, and it’s exactly the kind of indulgent, relaxed weekend treat you dream of. Two hours of unlimited Prosecco, generous roasts, and decadent desserts – what more could you want on a Sunday?
Continue reading ➞ Bottomless Sunday Lunch at Thomas Restaurant, Cardiff Bay
If you’re planning a trip to Cornwall’s Lizard Peninsula and looking for somewhere that nails proper pub food with a side of history and charm, let me introduce you to The Old Inn Mullion. We stayed here during our trip, but the food deserves its own spotlight. It was easily one of the highlights of the whole trip.
If you’re making your way to Swallow Falls, you’ll spot the Swallow Falls Inn before you’ve even had a chance to get your boots muddy. It’s got that classic ‘cosy pub’ look that reels you in from the car park – and, happily, the inside lives up to the promise. But what about the food? Did it wow us, or just fill a gap? Let’s get into it.
If you want somewhere in Betws-y-Coed that won’t judge your muddy boots or your appetite, Y Stablau is your spot. Tucked behind the Royal Oak Hotel, this old stable has swapped hay bales for comfy booths and a bar, and it’s just as welcoming whether you’ve been hiking all day or just fancy a low-key dinner.
Continue reading ➞ A Very Honest Review of Y Stablau in Betws-y-Coed
Tiverton Steakhouse is a lively, independent restaurant that serves local Devon meat on sizzling lava stones in a building that’s over 300 years old. With generous portions and a fun steak presentation, it’s all about quality ingredients, bold flavours, and a relaxed vibe – perfect for celebrations, casual nights out, or long dinners with friends.
Some meals just hit the spot – the kind where the plates come back wiped clean, the atmosphere makes you linger a little longer, and you immediately start planning what you’ll order next time. That was very much the case with our recent visit to Martha’s Vineyard in Milford Haven, where the setting, service, and seriously good cooking all came together beautifully.
If you like your breakfasts big, Welsh and borderline unfinishable, pull up a chair because Mamgu’s Kitchen St Davids is about to become your new favourite food stop in Britain’s smallest city. Tucked away in one of the most atmospheric corners of Pembrokeshire, this is the sort of place where the tea is strong, the plates are heavy, and nobody judges you for ordering an extra side “just to try it”.
Continue reading ➞ Mamgu’s Kitchen St Davids – Breakfast Review
Wandering through the town of Ross-On-Wye, and looking for a spot for lunch and a cold pint, I came across The Man of Ross. Don’t let the slightly tired interior fool you; the kitchen is turning out some seriously delicious food. The pub has everything – history, views, cask marque real ale, cider, and proper pub plates.
If you’ve ever wandered through Lacock Village in Wiltshire, you’ll know it’s full of honey-stone prettiness, cobbles, cloisters and cottages straight out of a period drama. Literally, it’s in pretty much every historic feature film. It’s the place where time seems to slow down enough to let you enjoy a proper pub lunch. And if you’re scouting for pubs in Lacock, you can’t miss the Red Lion: standing proudly, luring you in with the promise of pints, comfort food, and that warm, slightly smug feeling of having found “the good one”.
When it comes to afternoon tea in Pontypridd, Heritage Park Hotel offers a setting that looks the part – elegant, relaxed, and ideal for a leisurely catch-up or special treat. I recently visited to try their traditional afternoon tea, which is served in the Loft Restaurant. So, what did I think?