A multi-award winning staycation, travel and lifestyle blog
Tucked away in the Welsh village of Pontsticill near Merthyr Tydfil, the Red Cow Inn is a traditional pub that instantly makes you want to stay a little longer. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and close to Pontsticill Reservoir, it’s a popular stop for walkers, dog owners and anyone craving hearty homemade food in a cosy setting. With generous portions and a huge menu packed with pub classics, it’s easy to see why locals and visitors keep returning.
Broadmasters Beach Bar is one of those effortless Newquay spots that captures everything you come to the coast for: sea views, surf energy, and laid-back holiday vibes. Sitting above the iconic Fistral Beach, it’s perfectly placed for sunset drinks after a walk along the South West Coast Path or a day watching the waves roll in. The atmosphere is relaxed but buzzing, with a mix of surfers, families and holidaymakers all soaking up the Atlantic Coast views. Add in a menu full of proper comfort food, local drinks and plenty of outdoor seating, and it’s an easy place to linger long after you planned to leave.
Continue reading ➞ Fistral Boardmasters Beach Bar in Newquay Review
Perched above the beautiful River Gannel in Newquay, Fern Pit Cafe is one of Cornwall’s most scenic brunch and seafood spots. Known for its panoramic estuary views, fresh locally caught seafood landed from the family’s own boat, and laid-back coastal atmosphere, this dog-friendly café has become a favourite for everything from cream teas to lunches. We visited for breakfast, and honestly, it completely lived up to the hype. With free parking, stunning views across to Crantock Beach, Fern Pit Cafe perfectly captures the charm of a traditional Cornish coastal restaurant.
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