I know I’m not alone in loving to shop during my travels – many travellers love to bring souvenirs back from their holidays; a little something to remember the trip. But what to buy from Italy? Here are some ideas about favourite souvenirs to buy in Italy from me and fellow travel bloggers. Souvenirs to ... Read more »
If you’re wondering what souvenirs to buy in Thailand, look no further than our fantastically comprehensive guide, created with the help of fellow Thailand travellers. It’s full of lovely things to seek out! Who doesn’t love bringing home a souvenir (or two) from their travels, to remind you of a wonderful trip and give you ... Read more »
It’s that time of the year when I share my favourite ideas for fabulous presents, either tried and tested myself or undisguised hints instructions for my loved ones on what they could should must get me! You’ll see from my description whether it’s a personal recommendation or a personal wish! There are ideas to suit ... Read more »
I came late to gin. Very late. In my early forties in fact. For years and years (and years and years) I thought I didn’t like gin but it turns out I just don’t like tonic – or at least, not the big brand stuff that’s most prevalent. It wasn’t until I tried a Gin ... Read more »
For the last couple of years I’ve been writing the cookery book review slot for Good Things magazine (amongst other series and one off pieces as well). That means I’ve been reviewing lots of wonderful newly published titles, but not always sharing them here on Kavey Eats. So my picks for 2015 include my favourites ... Read more »
If you’ve not already checked out this year’s Christmas Gift Guide, do have a browse. In the meantime, enjoy my 2015 picks of alcoholic treats. Earlier this year I enjoyed the most wonderful press trip to Canada which included a food and drink tour of Niagara-on-the-Lake. We visited several vineyards, one of which was Inniskillin, ... Read more »
It’s that time of the year when I share a list of ideas for seasonal gifts – whatever you celebrate, or even if you just love giving and receiving presents, here are some lovely things that might appeal. These ideas are a mix of products I have tried myself and others that I covet! ... Read more »
I shared my pick of books already. Here’s the rest of my Christmas Gift Guide 2014. Bordallo Pinheiro Melon Bowls These gorgeously shaped and coloured Melon bowls, designed by Portuguese artist, Rafael Bordallo Pinheiro, are available in two sizes, 15 cm and 25 cm (£18.50 / £36.50). Bordallo’s pumpkin and orange designs are also lovely, ... Read more »
I’ve been a little slow in assembling my Christmas Gift Guide this year, so I’ll share it in installments. Here’s the first; for lovers of books. Noodle! by MiMi Aye I’ll preface this recommendation with the statement that the author, MiMi Aye, is a friend of mine so, of course, I wish her book to ... Read more »
I have always had a sweet-tooth. I’m overly sensitive to sour and bitter flavour profiles, so much so that I find regular wines make my jaw muscles clench in reaction to the taste – to me even those usually described as medium taste far too much like vinegar. It’s also the reason I struggle with ... Read more »
The Place of Onions, in old Lille. After last night’s rainstorm the intense sticky heat has broken and today is cool, breezy, fresh… I love it! A drop of… [more]
We went to Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire at The Void this morning, an amazing VR experience where we got to be Rebel Alliance members going undercover as… [more]