Eat

A taste-driven guide to where and what to eat. From local favourites and independent gems to the best value meals at popular chains, our food stories are practical, honest, and appetite-inspiring.

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Lunch at Iford Manor, Bradford-on-Avon

Li-ling OoiBradford on Avon, Eat, Food, Food Experiences 0

For years, Iford Manor has been on my list of ‘to visit’ places, particularly every time spring and summer rolls around. When their Grade 1 listed gardens open to public and summer outdoor plays invite visitors for a laid-back, entertaining afternoon, Iford is ‘the place to be’.

The Crab Shack, Teignmouth, Cornwall

Li-ling OoiBy the Sea, Cornwall, Eat, Food, Local Food & Drink, Teignmouth 0

The Crab Shack is one of very few seafood restaurants in Teignmouth. Given its location by the sea, we expected to find several places that specialised in seafood but we were disappointed. In Teignmouth, positioned right along the English riviera coastline, there are only a handful of places where seafood is actually served.

Brightside Honiton: A Refreshing Take on Roadside Dining

Samuel J TanEat, Location, Restaurant Reviews 0

We’ve driven past Brightside Honiton on the A303 countless times, always curious but never quite making the stop—until now. This time, on a Saturday afternoon, we finally pulled in just as the crowd was starting to build. What we didn’t realize at first was that this wasn’t just any Brightside—it was the flagship location, the […]

Stein’s Fish and Chips Dine-in or Takeaway: A mixed fry of expectations

Samuel J TanCornwall, Eat, Local Food & Drink, Location, Padstow 0

Tucked along South Quay in Padstow, Stein’s Fish and Chips is a go-to spot for many visitors keen to sample seafood with a celebrity touch. On a recent visit after a long day exploring the Cornish coast, we dropped by for an early dinner, remembering a previous visit that offered a solid meal at an […]

Gold Mine Restaurant, Wardour Street – A Glorious Roast Duck Lunch in the Heart of Chinatown

Samuel J TanEat, Local Food & Drink, Location, London 0

After a busy morning in central London, I popped into Gold Mine Restaurant on 45 Wardour Street, right in the heart of Chinatown, for a quick lunch—and left feeling thoroughly satisfied and already planning a return visit.

Jo’s Tea, Clifton Arcade: Boba Brewed Fresh in Bristol

Samuel J TanBristol, Cafés & Coffee Shops, Eat, Location 0

We’ve long been fans of Jo’s Tea—a beloved local bubble tea institution that started in Bristol and has since won hearts across the city. From our first visit to their buzzing Park Row store to our most recent craving-satisfying stop at the Clifton Arcade branch, Jo’s continues to serve some of the best, most thoughtfully […]

White Row Fish & Chips Revisited: Still a Treat, But Not Without Its Critics

Samuel J TanBeckington, Eat, Local Food & Drink, Location, Somerset 0

It’s been two years since we last reviewed White Row Fish & Chips at White Row Farm, just outside Frome in Somerset. Back then, we praised its generous portions, rich flavours, and the welcoming, countryside charm that made it a go-to for many. So on a recent return, we were curious—would it still live up […]

Izakaya on College Green – a taste of Japan in Bristol

Samuel J TanBristol, Eat, Local Food & Drink, Location 0

On a chilly afternoon, craving sushi and comforting Japanese flavours, we stumbled upon Izakaya Bristol. On the foothill near College Green, this Japanese eatery offers an authentic izakaya-style dining experience, with a focus on sushi, rice bowls, and classic Japanese comfort food.

Boba Bliss in Bristol: A Review of Chatime

Samuel J TanBristol, Cafés & Coffee Shops, Eat, Location Boba Tea, Chatime 0

Last weekend, we decided to make a day of our outing, indulging in a meal at Sai Kung Cafe in Little Chinatown, Nelson Street, before heading over to Chatime Bristol for our much-needed boba fix. As a globally recognized brand, Chatime has seen its ups and downs, exiting certain Asian markets due to intense competition […]

Sai Kung Cafe Bristol: A Hidden Cantonese Gem in the Heart of the City

Samuel J TanBristol, Eat, Local Food & Drink, Location 0

We have been to both Sai Kung in Exeter and Sai Kung on College Green, Bristol for Dim Sum. Not long after our visits though, both those restaurants closed. The latter turned into a Hong Kong Style Cart Noodle place before moving to Nelson Street. Nestled on the ground floor of the Little Chinatown Complex […]