Traditional Maltese food is a fantastic blend of influences from its neighbouring countries, but also from the British as well as the French. When I first went to Malta I didn’t know anything about the local cuisine. So when I returned to this beautiful sunny Mediterranean island, I decided to research more about the local […]
I live to eat, not the other way around. I love good food and I am the first one to dive into the delicious national dishes of the countries I visit. Every time I plan a trip to a new destination I make sure to research the traditional food as well as the best restaurants […]
The other evening, I met a friend for dinner at the Chequers Inn in Rowhook. Reading that it is a Michelin-recommended pub, and never having dined there before, I wanted to try it out. I love good food, so I had high expectations from this local pub. About The Chequers Inn The Chequers Inn is […]
There is always a reason to travel! And last week’s special gastronomic experience organised by The Maltese Tourism Authority and the Michelin Guide reminded me that a trip to Malta is long overdue. It’s been quite a few years since I’ve been there to document the traditional food scene of the island, and after the […]
About 6 years ago I discovered that I had become lactose intolerant. Who knew that this type of dietary allergy can develop later in life, almost overnight. I grew up drinking a cup of milk every night and, all of a sudden, a drop in my coffee caused painful cramps in my stomach. I am […]
Rome is my special city, my happy place in the whole world. I have visited the eternal city too many times to count. Each time, Rome welcomed me with open arms, friendly faces, and delicious food. On my last trip to the Italian capital, I focused mostly on what to eat in Rome, learning about […]
It’s well known that consuming fermented foods contribute to a healthy gut and a normal functioning of the digestive system. And this is so much more important when you have an active lifestyle, no regular mealtimes, and eat fast food bought on the go. I’m not even mentioning soft fizzy drinks here, which are such a […]
It’s that Korean time of the month again! I was so excited to receive the third box of the Jeollanamdo Ambassador foodie box, especially as it had so many great products that I haven’t heard of before. I would call this the box of novelty! The third box arrived with five yummy treats: dried seaweed […]
Just before I left for my two weeks trip to Mallorca, I received the second foodie box from Jeollanamdo. As you know from my article last month, I was selected to be a foodie ambassador for Jeollanamdo and introduce you to the amazing Korean products they have brought to the European market. Their shop has […]
Last week I was invited by Ahmad Tea to attend an exclusive tea discovery experience and a lovely afternoon tea to launch their new collection in collaboration with Kew Gardens, “Beyond the Leaf”. The event took place at the Nash Conservatory at Kew Gardens, a perfect setting, especially on a such sunny day. The autumn colours in […]