Budapest is one of the best city breaks in Europe and is absolutely packed with incredible things to do, places to eat and of course a pretty amazing bar scene. The ruin bars are so unique to this city and began in the mid 2000s as a way to utilise the abandoned spaces in the … More 8 incredible bars in Budapest
📣 Updated in 2026 I’m lucky enough to have visited Budapest on seven trips which means having plenty of time to soak up all the sights as well as tasting my way around the city. Hungary has some great national dishes like goulash, lángos and chicken paprikash to try. In recent years, Budapest has grown … More 23 places to eat and drink your way around Budapest (2026)
In July 2026 I enjoyed a return trip to Lisbon, thirteen years after my first visit to Portugal’s capital. I must admit I can’t remember a huge amount about my first time other than thinking it was great and hoping to return. This holiday was a slower pace with three full days to explore packing … More 15 places to eat & drink in Lisbon
Norwich has a thriving foodie and caffeine scene which stretches across coffee roasters, delectable pastries, mouth watering brunch options and so, so many fabulous independents to stop in at. Whether you’re spending a weekend city break in Norwich, visiting friends or you’ve lived here for years then make sure to check out these options and … More 14 excellent coffee shops & cafes in Norwich
In July 2025 I was lucky enough to visit Valletta for a second time (albeit six years later) and saving places to eat and drink was high on the agenda (and the Google Map pins). Recently, I’ve loved taking food tours when I visit places as they’re such a great way to combine history and … More 12 places to eat and drink in Valletta (2026)
After two years living on the Gold Coast I must admit to having tried and tasted plenty of coffees, pastries, pizzas, tacos and everything in between. Melbourne might be known as Australia’s foodie capital but you won’t be missing out on a trip to Gold Coast. The Coast is best known for its beaches, surfing … More 30 places to eat and drink on the Gold Coast
Tokyo had been on my bucketlist for the longest time and I finally got to visit in November 2023 (I’ve owned a Japan guidebook since 2017 😄). The biggest city in the world has so many varied things to do that really you need a whole week at least to scratch the surface and even … More 15 ways to spend a weekend in Tokyo (2026)