Fifteen, Watergate Bay, Cornwall

I had been wanting to try Jamie Oliver's beach front restaurant for a while. I opted to order off the main menu and not for the five course sample menu. This worked out better as there was more choice with bigger portions and not as expensive.

The crab pasta to start was simple which complemented the fresh crab. For the main, the pork chop with lentils and salsa verde was delicious and nothing like I'd ever tasted. I don't normally eat pork but this was chargrilled making it superb, and the salsa verde cut through the lentils rich flavour. Though my favourite course was the dessert. The panna cotta was so silky smooth with a strong hit of vanilla, like the nicest milky bar yogurt you've ever eaten!

I would also strongly recommended sampling the cocktails, they were superb. I had a coconut mojito followed by an apple pie martini, both were so well balanced and refreshing.

I was very impressed by the whole experience, it was a lovely treat and will definitely be back to try the seasonal variations.

https://www.fifteencornwall.co.uk/

The Italian Kitchen, Bideford, Cornwall

I visited The Italian Kitchen for new years eve for a venetian themed evening. Everything was so fresh and seemed very authentic. It was also great value for money for the amount of food served. I can fault anything each course was so tasty. I am very keen to visit again to sample the everyday menu.

 

https://www.facebook.com/Theitaliankitchenbideford.co.uk

Afternoon Tea @ Fistral Beach Hotel, Newquay, Cornwall

I was very impressed with Fistral Beach Hotel's afternoon tea. It was good value for money and it came with lots of fresh fruit. The staff were lovely and were very accommodating. The dining room also has a stunning view over Fistral beach. It was very relaxing, enjoying the tasty treats whilst watching the waves roll in. I would definitely recommend trying this one!

https://www.fistralbeachhotel.co.uk/eat/afternoon-tea/

Christmas Afternoon Tea @ The Capital Hotel, London

 I booked this special treat as part of my friend's hen party. It was a very sophisticated affair. The staff at The Capital welcomed us, taking our coats and showing us to the bar. They provided some swanky nibbles as we perused the cocktail menu. My Polish apple martini was stunning.

There was an array of interesting sandwiches provided with the tea. The matcha tea bread was a bit lost on me, but the others were delicious. The festive sweet treats were intricate with some unusual flavour combinations. The pantone and marmalade macaroon was my favourite. You cant go too wrong with scones, clotted cream and jam.

Overall, the food wasn't the best I've had in an afternoon tea but I think the whole experience was worth while, we all felt spoilt!

http://www.capitahotel.co.uk/afternoon-tea

Sunday Roast @ The Basement, Padstow

I'd been to The Basement previously but this was my first experience of their roast. I'd say its definitely the best one I've had in the local area. With a delicate salmon starter, followed by roast beef sirloin with all the trimmings and light, flavoursome sorbets to finish. I couldn't fault it. There was great attention to detail and a great setting in the heart of Padstow.

 

http://www.thebasement.co.uk/

Ice Cream Cupcakes

Try these fun ice cream cupcakes with vanilla buttercream, sprinkles and flakes! This would be great to do this kids, even if you just bought plain cupcakes and decorated them at home. Explore your creative side!

Mustard and Rye, Truro

This was such a tasty meal at Mustard and Rye. The beef brisket was packed with flavour and covered in a sweet, sticky barbecue sauce. I did think the coleslaw could have been fresher and with a little less mayonnaise. But the cocktail I had to finish the meal was amazing. It was a spiced apple seasonal special with spiced rum and lime. It truly finished the meal off perfectly.

Also the staff were fantastic and truly a credit to the restaurant. If you like all things American, get yourself down to Mustard and Rye. 

 

https://www.facebook.com/MustardRye