Review: Carol's Crab Kitchen at The Old Butcher's

Bristol has been lacking a good crab house for years, and finally Carol has taken one for the team and taken residency within The Old Butchers. But here's what I really think of Carol's Crab Kitchen...

L'Osteria – Best italian in Bristol?

I've been raving about this Italian restaurant ever since I got back from my first visit last week. In my opinion, it's one of the most authentic and delicious Italian restaurants in Bristol. Here's why.

The best Oreo milkshake you'll ever have

I'm a bit obsessed with milkshakes – I find it difficult to resist them 99% of the time. Plus, knowing how easy they are to make from scratch really hasn't helped.

Mars bar tray bake

Forget tiffin, this baby will be your new and improved fridge cake – trust me. Perfect to serve to friends, or keep for yourself with a nice cuppa. 

Homemade Cadbury Cream Egg ice cream

For those times when I'm too impatient to wait for McDonalds to bring out their spring McFlurry, I've my own recipe for no-churn Cadbury Cream Egg ice cream.

Nutella hot chocolate with cinnamon

It may be premature, but this cold weather is making me feel very festive. I just couldn't resist whipping up some Nutella hot chocolate – Christmas in a cup!

Raspberry white chocolate jam cookies

If Millie's Cookies and Jammy Dodgers had a love child, these raspberry and white chocolate cookies would be their babies. 

Ivy Clifton Brasserie Bristol

The Ivy Clifton Brasserie has landed in Bristol and it's oh so fabulous. Being the first of the Ivy Collection to open outside London, it's becoming the talk of the town.

Quick and easy apple pancakes

A stack of fresh pancakes is one of my favourite sights. This apple pancake recipe is perfect for breakfast or dessert, depending on what you accompany it with.

Macaroni cheese with prosciutto and leeks

Macaroni cheese, for me, is an ultimate comfort food. So when I heard about a twist on the classic, I had to try it (& it's not just adding prosciutto/leeks).

5 apps every UK foodie needs

Forget apps like Instagram, JustEat, Deliveroo and Foodgawker, I've found 5 apps that every foodie will want to download.

Chocolate topped banana cake

This banana cake can be put together in minutes and only needs a few common household ingredients. It's great if you need to whip up something sweet, fast! 

Turtle Bay – Cheltenham Road Bristol

Caribbean hotspot, Turtle Bay, is opening a new Bristol restaurant on Cheltenham Road. Attending the launch, gave me a real flavour for Caribbean food & reggae!

7up cake – Hummingbird Bakery recipe

That's right, 7up cake! Thanks to Hummingbird Bakery's book, Life Is Sweet. The soda provides a sweet hum of lemon/lime and makes the cake lovely and light.

Lion cake

Initially dreading having to bake a lion cake, I was thrilled to find that this themed birthday cake was super simple to make and looked like a real showstopper.

Strawberry Chantilly meringue mess

For the days when you've only got minutes to whip something up, this summery sweet treat will tickle taste buds of all ages, and with minimal effort too!

Raspberry, blueberry, lemon yoghurt loaf cake

Perfect for any occasion, this cake is a great twist from the fruity classic. It's deliciously light and has a lovely body of flavour.

Three Brothers Burgers – Bristol Welsh back

 

Bristol is all about boats, pubs and good grub and Three Brothers is no exception. They're situated on the harbour and serve the best burgers I've ever had.

Baked spinach crisps

Kale crisps are so last summer! My spinach version is super simple and ready in minutes – the perfect healthy alternative for an afternoon snack.

Pieminister's restaurant Bristol review

Forget buying a box of Pieminister pies, you can now experience the deliciousness of their pies around like-minded pie people.