Toby’s Estate has mastered the coffee house formula: great coffee, relaxing atmosphere and knowledgeable baristas. Toby’s first opened fifteen years ago in Sydney, Australia so they are not really the new kids on the block when it comes to coffee. It is one of the only spots where my boyfriend, who is a picky [...]

Photo Courtesy of the Roller Disco in Vauxhall
Looking for something new to do in London town? There is no excuse not to experience something new and exciting when you live in a city as diverse as London. There are always options. One idea for a more ridiculous weekend, try out the Roller Disco in Vauxhall. [...]

Photo Courtesy of Dean Street Townhouse

London’s sensational Dean Street Townhouse ground floor restaurant’s a great place for a bite or a drink at any time of day.
Peppered with artworks by the current British greats including Emin and Hirst, decorated in a modern Georgian style and with food that’s modern and cosy.
Best seats in the [...]

Photo Courtesy of Gary Arnold
One of the few restaurants in Rome that combines traditional Roman cuisine with contemporary brasserie style Maccheroni is a must. One of my favourite restaurants anywhere and, apparently where Michelle Obama chose to eat on her recent trip to Rome. At the historic heart of Rome and a [...]

Photo Courtesy of A & G Merch
I love to give presents. Whether it is a special occasion or for no reason at all my first stop is A & G Merch in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This is the store where you find one of a kind knicknacks you are proud to give, even in [...]

The runawaynow website always carries an advert for The Department Store, which is situated in Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand. This is because two of the founders are Kiwis and are involved in said venture. But this founder - British - is not involved in any way at all and therefore I can say what I [...]

Photos Courtesy of Hotel Fort Canning
The thing with Singapore is a hotel opens and six months’ later, it is so jam-packed, you can hardly find space for you and your baggage in the lobby as you try to check in. This is Boomtown and make no mistake.
So it is nice to discover there is a [...]