48 hours in Berkshire: the best bits

Wondering where to go on your next weekend getaway? If you want to escape city life and indulge in some well-earned rest and relaxation, Berkshire could be the perfect countryside retreat. Stay… at Hurley House, Henley The drive is straightforward from Sheffield to Berkshire… two hours 40 minutes via the M1, merging onto the M40. And there’s…

New Year’s Eve in New York City

It’s always been my dream Christmas break – wandering the wintry pathways of Central Park, visiting the Rockefeller tree and watching the Ball Drop in Times Square. Ok, so it didn’t snow, the tree had died and Mariah Carey had a strop on stage during the countdown to 12 o’clock. But it was certainly a…

TRAVEL: A long weekend in Las Vegas

Regarded as the most exciting city in the world, I made a stop-off at Sin City whilst touring California… Soak up the lights and sounds of the famous strip with endless shopping; dine out at celebrity chef restaurants; drop some serious coin in the casinos; and party with world famous DJs day and night. Fly…

FOOD: From breakfast to bedtime at Bill’s

From breakfast ‘til bedtime… Bills has landed in Sheffield! I’d spotted the sign going up at St Paul’s Place a few months back and having dined at their central London venue previously, I had high expectations for the latest northern addition to their restaurant portfolio. Bill’s is a unique café-bistro and produce store created by…

FOOD: Dining in Derbyshire, Callow Hall

Dining is a particular delight at Callow Hall. The venue takes an imaginative approach to modern English cuisine complemented by the fresh local game and fayre selected daily. Jeans and trainers aren’t permitted in the restaurant and we agree that’s just the way it should be! Diners dress to impress at Callow Hall. The hotel…