Category Archives: Cocktails

Gin Garden at The Hoxton Hotel

TweetI’ve found myself back at The Hoxton Hotel more than a few times recently for various events, doesn’t hurt that it’s a doddle to get back home from, my usual gripe, being situated a short stroll from Old Street Station. … Continue reading

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Brunch at Barrio East

TweetThis invitation to brunch came at a most fortuitous time as to coincide with the recent long bank holiday weekend, even better, a damp squib of a week perked up at just the right moment, meaning we approached the restaurant … Continue reading

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Roof Top Pursuits for Sunny London Evenings

TweetThe first things my simple mind turns to once the sun makes it’s first appearance, poking a bright and cheery head through the glum, lingering dregs of Winter are; flip flops and outdoor drinking. Add to that a rooftop and … Continue reading

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The London Gin Club at The Star at Night

Tweet Around a year ago The London Gin Club was launched at the Star at Night, right in the centre of the West End, behind Oxford Street and sadly right now slightly obscured by building works. Stars. Gin. With such … Continue reading

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The Speakeasy Truffle Co.

Tweet I can’t deny that when Paul sent me an email out of the blue a couple of weeks ago asking if I’d like to try his cocktail chocolates my interest was piqued. You know I love both my cocktails … Continue reading

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After Hours at Store Street Espresso

TweetAfter declaring just last week that I’m just not that into restaurant desserts, that I’d far rather prefer a sticky bun or great piece of chocolate than a fancy flourish of a dish, all smudges and smears but none of … Continue reading

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New York, New York – Final Post

TweetMy last full day in New York starts with a feeling of crushing panic, in all fairness it started the night before when I realised I wasn’t even going to get to the bottom of my short holiday hit list. … Continue reading

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New York – Lower East/East Village ish

Tweet I’m feeling buoyant. Just off the subway from my exhilarating morning exploring a small but inspiring portion of Williamsburg, back now on Manhattan island I’m keen for the momentum to continue, my desire to drink in as much as possible running … Continue reading

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New York, New York – Part one

TweetExiting the Penn station subway three days before Christmas I feel at once assaulted in all directions by the NOOOOW YAAAAAARRWK nes of it all. There’s none of that false English politeness as I’m barged aside irreverently, over stuffed rucksack knocked off my … Continue reading

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Random Stuff from 2012

TweetI do endeavour to write a shortish post at the very least on those things I’ve enjoyed and would recommend, but I’m not very good at editing myself down to a short post, and so sometimes simply don’t get around to it. Often it’s a case … Continue reading

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