On Saturday I made a trip into Manchester for lunch, shopping and Disney on Ice with my sister. I wore my new quirky squirrel print top with crochet Peter Pan collar –cute! Tunic top (Fashion World), chunky knit granddad cardigan (Bank), ankle boots (Missguided), pocket watch pendant (a gift), hat (Forever21) We had a nice day … Continue reading Autumn outfit: quirky print and chunky knit
Next week is National Baking Week, so to mark the occasion I decided to spend my free Saturday trying out a new cupcake recipe. With the weather feeling so much colder now I can't help but get those Christmassy feelings (don't judge me), so I chose to make gingerbread cupcakes with a lemon-zest cream cheese … Continue reading Gingerbread cupcakes
Today I continued both my exploration of Manchester’s Northern Quarter as well as my new mission to try out the various different tea rooms/cake shops in Manchester with a visit to Sugar Junction. Sugar Junction’s tea rooms proved to be a lovely place for lunch, with vintage-inspired décor, pretty vintage china and fresh home-baked cakes. … Continue reading Lunchtime treats
I've had more than my fair share of outings into Manchester this week, as it was both my birthday and my last week at my job. I took the opportunity to try some places I've never been before, and thought I'd share my experiences... Me and my sister enjoyed Thai food and Prosecco at Chaophraya, a … Continue reading Thai food and cocktails
Manchester city centre has plenty to offer over the coming weeks if you’re looking for something slightly out of the ordinary. Here are a few ideas… Tunisian Treasures Market I caught the start of this pretty, colourful market, which is going to run until Friday 1st June in Manchester’s St Ann’s Square. You can find … Continue reading Manchester’s May offerings
Easter always seems to be about chocolate, even when (like this year) I don't get any Easter eggs. On Saturday night I attended a murder mystery dinner party hosted by friends. The theme was 1950's Hollywood and I was Marilyn Mansfield (that's a Marilyn Monroe/Jane Mansfield cross, so think blonde bombshell, figure-hugging dress, faux fur, … Continue reading Death by chocolate….
I’ve been meaning to visit the Castlefield artisan market (which is held outside Dukes92 every first Sunday of the month) ever since it started in October, but for one reason or another haven’t had the chance. I’d actually forgotten about it, but having seen something on Twitter this morning I decided on impulse to go … Continue reading Lovely local products at Castlefield artisan market
I'd forgotten about this until I went to make my cereal. Now I can go to work with a smile! Muppet sticker sets from Cravendale. For making breakfast more fun....
Today I visited the town of Ramsbottom to visit both the farmers market and also to see the Black Pudding Throwing Championship. Thanks to my parents for clueing me up on this one! This traditional event, which involves aiming black puddings at Yorkshire puddings balanced on high platforms to knock them off, is meant to … Continue reading Markets, trinkets and Northern traditions
Last Thursday saw me combine two great loves - great food and theatre - at the very classy Opera Night at Rosso Restaurant in Manchester. I've wanted to try out Rosso's Italian cuisine for a while, and a night of opera accompanied by a five course meal was an amazing opportunity to do so. The tickets (at £60) were … Continue reading Opera Night at Rosso – beautiful food and beautiful voices
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