for grown ups A photo shoot with Bettys for their new Afternoon Tea Menu September 12, 2018
I had the absolute pleasure and honour of being invited Bettys to be a part of their new Afternoon Tea photoshoot last week. The new menu launches today, Wednesday 12th September, so here’s a little behind the scenes peek at how the photoshoot went down and a preview ...
things to do 10 Reasons you should go to Deer Shed Family Festival August 29, 2018
At the start of the school holiday’s we were invited back to Deer Shed Family Festival in Topcliffe, near Thirsk in North Yorkshire after an amazing visit two years ago, and we had a fantastic time once more! Book tickets for 2020 and see headliners James The band ...
places to visit Stockeld Park Family Fun – A Summer Adventure August 09, 2018
We were lucky enough to visit Stockeld Park recently as part of a Staycation offer with the Crown Hotel in Harrogate – you can read more about that over on my blog post! Stockeld Park, near Wetherby We had loads of fun whilst we were at Stockeld Park, which is just ...
things to do Enjoying a Staycation at the Crown Hotel, Harrogate August 09, 2018
The Crown Hotel, Harrogate was an unexpected place to find some great things to do with the Smalls over the school summer holidays! We spent the weekend exploring our own home town with thanks to the Crown Hotel, Harrogate who invited us to enjoy a Staycation with them. ...
dining Kids Summer Holiday Meal Offers at Revolucion de Cuba, Harrogate August 08, 2018
If you’re looking for great food which is great value to boot, Revolucion de Cuba in Harrogate could be the ideal place! I’ve been before when they opened, but this was the first time I’ve taken the Smalls and they loved it! We headed down last Friday night ...
places to visit Folly Finding Fun at Fountains Abbey August 07, 2018
We’ve only recently joined the National Trust as members and have visited Fountains Abbey on only a handful of occasions so we were excited to be invited to the Studley Royal side of the property on a family bloggers picnic last week. Studley Royal Water Gardens We entered ...
dining Family Dining at Gino D’Acampo My Restaurant in Harrogate August 05, 2018
We had a gorgeous family time when we dined at Gino D’Acampo My Restaurant in Harrogate recently. It’s the perfect place to head to with the Smalls with a welcoming team, great Bambino menu, amazing food and drink for grown-ups and loads of family friendly fun for ...
for grown ups Date night at Cote Brasserie July 16, 2018
If you’re anything like me getting to go out with your other half, alone, is somewhat of a real luxury. I’m guilty of making time for my family, my friends and pretty much most people apart from my husband – because, you know, I see him all the time. Date ...
love our locals Kebabs for the discerning are coming to Harrogate! July 11, 2018
I love to hear from people who have a passion on the blog! The brilliant folk at I am Doner (yes, Doner kebabs!) in Headingley, Leeds, are coming to Harrogate and their entrepreneur owner has a great story to share. From Michelin Kitchens to Kebab Shops Founded by chef Paul ...
for grown ups Classic Cocktails and Great Bar Food at MOJO Harrogate July 04, 2018
MOJO Harrogate has opened up! If you’re from Harrogate or spent any of your twenties anywhere near Leeds you’ll be familiar with the iconic bar MOJO. The Legend that is MOJO MOJO is the kind of on-trend bar that never goes out of fashion, it’s known for ...
love our locals Harrogate’s Newest Indie Coffee Shop – No. 43 Brew Bar June 25, 2018
I love a coffee shop! The Small Boy and I often hang out in one after school whilst we wait for the Big Girls to finish their after school activities, I sometimes pop out for lunch to one with Harrogate Nana and quite often catch up with the Mamas over a cuppa and slice ...
for grown ups What Makes a Great Pot of Tea at Betty’s June 17, 2018
Lady Betty Afternoon Tea Anyone who knows me knows I LOVE a cup of tea! Which is why when Betty’s got in touch about an opportunity to talk all things tea with them I jumped at the chance to learn a little more about the nation’s favourite drink. Taylors of Harrogate ...
fashion & beauty My New, Favourite LBD and Bias Harrogate Fashion Show Highlights June 13, 2018
I loved attending the Fashion Show by Bias Harrogate at the Mercer Art Gallery recently. Bias Harrogate opened in September 2016 aiming to bring new and unique labels to the area, with a focus on clothing and shoes. Along with it’s (recently closed) London store and ...
dining Great Food and Beer Garden Fun at the Squinting Cat in Harrogate June 08, 2018
Hurrah! ‘Tis finally the season for all things Beer Garden! We were really pleasantly surprised when we visited the Squinting Cat in Harrogate recently for a bite to eat and some beer garden loveliness. The Squinting Cat – Harrogate The Squinting Cat has had ...
