I didn’t for a second think I would hear anything back after sending off my application form to be on the TV series Masterchef (UK). My ex-housemate Angela, who got me addicted to the show, sent another application form to me insisting I applied. I’ve never had any aspirations to be on TV but I…
Luxury Food & Drink Hamper by Infiniti Cadeau
What a lovely present that greated me when I got home from work the other week, a Kensington Hamper. I’d been asked to review the hamper by newly established Leeds based company Infiniti Cadeau, who specialises in luxury hampers and gifts. The Products: Inside the study red box, which was draped in a gold ribbon, was a…
Come Along to my next Supper Club on 20th May in Leeds!
I’m excited to announce that tickets are now on sale, via the below link, for my next Supper Club in Leeds on 20th May 2017. Following the success of my first supper club night back in October 2016 (read the blog here http://wp.me/p67DA2-us), I am looking forward to hosting another one. The theme will be…
Read what 2016 MasterChef Quarter Finalist Chris Hale has been up to since last years show!
It’s been a year since MasterChef contestant Chris Hale graced our screens with his outlandish creations and fine food, and the plates have been heated once again for a new series of the BBC cooking show. Chris describes what life has been like since making it to the quarter-finals of the popular contest. (Photo courtesy of…
Where to Eat in Leeds this Weekend? Cafe Moor or Caravanserai
It’s that time of the week again, where to eat Thursdays?! Here’s two more eatery reviews to try out this weekend, or anytime soon! Cafe Moor, Kirkgate Market: Cafe Moor is nestled in amongst a florist and a bakery at the top right hand side of Leeds Kirkgate Market. I simply can’t get enough of…
Where to Eat in Leeds this Weekend? Ambiente or Banh & Mee
Happy Thursday everyone. Here’s my next 2 recommendations on eateries to try this weekend, or next time you can’t decide where to eat in the wonderful city of Leeds! Ambiente, The Calls: This edgy Spanish tapas place is down near the calls. A large group of us visited one Friday night in February for my…
Where to Eat in Leeds this Weekend? Try Cat PJ’s or Rola Wala
Wondering where to eat in Leeds this weekend? Then look no further! They say January and February are quiet months, but not for me. I’ve already eaten out a fair bit this year. Here are 2 reviews of places I feel you need to try out. Every Thursday from now on, I’ll be posting new…
Northern Ireland: Kilwaughter, Billy Andy’s & The Antrim Coast
Following our day in Belfast, Marks sister Victoria, and brother in law Gareth, kindly collected us from the city. It was just a short drive up to Larne, some 20 miles North East. Our base for the next 3 night was at the McCann’s beautiful farmhouse located in Kilwaughter just outside Larne. Marks mum (wee…
Food Dislikes & Eating Habits: Nature or Nurture? Texture or Taste?
From a young age I can recall those fussy eaters in the school canteen. There was a class mate who couldn’t have any of the food on his plate touching, or he simply wouldn’t eat anything (not an uncommon behaviour I soon discovered). Are food dislikes and eating habits similar to personality, a nature or…
An Exciting Messy Year Ahead!
Happy New Year to you all! Is it still acceptable to utter those words even though we’re half-way through January? Anyway, 2016 certainly was a great year from a cooking and travelling perspective. I was fortunate to experience a lot, and meet some fantastic people along the way. My highlights were hosting my first Supper…
The Messy Cook Travels 