This is perhaps my favorite, and one of my most memorable, afternoon teas – the Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea London. A playful Alice In Wonderland theme will delight and surprise with every detail on the table. From the menus tucked inside vintage books, to sugar cubes stored in music boxes, and even marshmallows made in the…
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Best Places For Afternoon Tea In London
Going for afternoon tea in London is a must-do for when visiting the city, but it doesn’t all have to be prim and proper with pinkies up. You can have tea in a trippy Alice-In-Wonderland style complete with magic marshmallow mushrooms and small glass bottles of a sweet elixir labeled, “drink me.” Or you could go for a…
Where To Stay In Scotland
From bustling city life full of history and exciting events, to rolling green highlands dotted with castles and picturesque country drives perfect for leisurely road trips — there’s plenty to see in Scotland. What’s even better is that it’s easy to navigate and small enough that you can easily see a lot in to a single vacation. So, if…
Game of Thrones: 7 Must See Filming Locations
7 Reasons To Explore Soho On A London Food Tour
During my last trip to London doing research about British gin, I spent an evening exploring a new-to-me neighborhood on a Soho London Food Tour. Located in the heart of London’s West End, the streets here are full of theaters, pubs, and an incredible variety of international foods. Unlike New York’s SoHo, which is named for…
24 Hours In Belfast Ireland
During a trip to Great Britain, I had the opportunity to fly up to Northern Ireland and spend a day visiting Belfast and Giant’s Causeway. Admittedly, this was too short at time. During longer stays, I’ve enjoyed a whole week driving along the coast on a Game of Thrones Tour to visit the show’s filming…
Game Of Thrones Tour – Northern Ireland
If you’re a big fan of Game of Thrones, then like us, you’ve probably admired the beautiful landscapes in the background of those dramatic scenes and wondered, “Where is Game Of Thrones filmed? I’ve got to see it!” Game of Thrones has filmed on location in places around the world known for having epic coastlines and ancient…
7 Unexpected Things To Do In Scotland
When it comes to things to do in Scotland, I think of history, Scotch, and afternoon tea with shortbread. I also imagine kilts, haggis, and the sound of bagpipes. But, as with every country I visit, I discover there’s so much more than the stereotype. I didn’t expect the genuine friendliness of every cab driver I met…
7 Reasons To Visit Leeds Instead Of London
Leeds instead of London? You bet. I know, you’re thinking, “where is Leeds?” And that is exactly the kind of question you want to be asking in this age of overtourism. For a truly unique experience, you’ve got to get away from the big cities and crowds! Don’t get me wrong, London is great, especially…
Welsh Food – What To Eat In Wales
Wales might be shadowed by the more frequently visited England and Scotland, but for travelers with an appreciation for food, culture, and epic landscapes, Wales is a must-visit. It’s the land of dragons and castles, rolling green hills dotted with sheep, and a fun celtic language of double L’s and tongue-twisting W’s as vowels. The people of…
The Oldest Wine Merchant In The World – Berry Bros And Rudd
Can you imagine what buying coffee or wine must have been like in the late 1600s? In this episode, Rachelle chats with Amanda from Berry Bros & Rudd, the oldest wine merchant in the world — and they happen to sell spirits too. Located on St. James’s Street in London, their original store and cellars still stand….
Where Is Wales? Plus 12 Welsh Facts You Didn’t Know
Ever wonder, “Where is Wales?” You’ve heard of it. But when you look at a map and see the big island of Ireland right next to Great Britain with Scotland to the north and England to the south, you still might wonder, “where exactly is Wales?” I confess, during my visit there, I arrived at Manchester Airport (in…
Throw A Downton Abbey Party
Binge watching a marathon weekend of Downton Abbey? I’ve got your snacks covered. One of my favorite shows of all time is in it’s final season, and there’s no better way to celebrate than to throw your own Downton Abbey Party. Whether you want to host a tea party worthy of Lady Mary, or just create…
Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
Inspired by my tea experiences in London, as well as my obsession for all things Downton Abbey, I had to make cucumber tea sandwiches at home. This British tea tradition is simple to make, but there are a few tricks to it. First, you want to get smaller cucumbers, like the kind used for pickling, since they…
A Walk Around Giant’s Causeway
Follow Me: A Gin Tour Of Great Britain
Follow Me In Wales: A Culinary Itinerary
Did you happen to follow along on Twitter during my trip to Wales? I went on a delicious road trip from Anglesey to Cardiff with Sian Roberts of LovingWelshFood.com and Cambria Tours as my guide. We slept in castles, ate glitter and gem filled ice cream, spotted dragons, went on a highland safari, visited a village of ancient…
Scottish Highlands – 18 Photos That Will Make You Want To Visit Scotland Now
Driving through the Scottish highlands on winding narrow streets, with each bend in the road revealing another jaw-dropping view of swift moving clouds rolling over green pastures dotted with sheep and the ancient remains of castles– it’s like driving through a movie set. You kind of expect knights on horseback to come thundering down one…
Follow Me In Scotland: A Culinary Countryside Itinerary
3 Downton Abbey Film Locations Not To Miss When Visiting London
If you’re like me, then you squee when you hear this song and rush to the couch for a riveting hour of drama and laughter with Downton Abbey. We all have our favorite characters and quotes (personally, I can’t get enough of the Dowager), and any Downton fan headed to England certainly has seeing Downton…