Category Archives: Eating and Drinking – UK

*Friend plug* – Cakes By Beth

Posted on January 31, 2012 by SharmilaSub

I’m not really in the business of using this blog for plugging products/brands/businesses etc.  Most of the time because I can’t be bothered to try things out and then write about them. However, when it comes to amazing, supremely talented … Continue reading →

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Da Piero, Irby, Wirral

Posted on December 23, 2011 by SharmilaSub

When it comes to eating out, Italian food can be tricky. Often overpriced for odd derivatives of what Italian food should be. Which means often disappointing. Save for a few places such as Zucca in London, I generally avoid going … Continue reading →

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Aumbry (revisited), Manchester

Posted on September 7, 2011 by SharmilaSub

I don’t make a habit of re-posting about places. Hell, I don’t really make a habit of reviewing restaurants.  But I wanted to make an exception, because I am slightly in love with Aumbry, all the way up in Prestwich … Continue reading →

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And the winner is…

Posted on August 2, 2011 by SharmilaSub

So thanks to all who left a comment about festival food in an attempt to win tickets to the Wilderness Festival. After much deliberation, I am pleased to announce that the winners are…Vicky, for her honesty that ultimately, bacon butties … Continue reading →

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Win two pairs of tickets to the Wilderness Festival

Posted on July 26, 2011 by SharmilaSub

Ah, music and food. Two of my favourite things.  As most of my friends (and understanding husband) would probably assert, if I’m not saying “I’m hungry”, I’m usually saying “oh, I love this song”. A lot. So, music and food … Continue reading →

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Fame beckons…

Posted on July 21, 2011 by SharmilaSub

Well not really (should probably put that order for diamonds and Faberge eggs on hold), but I am little bit chuffed that I got a mention in The Independent’s 50 Best Food Sites feature this weekend.  Being on holiday in … Continue reading →

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A short post on pickle love

Posted on June 20, 2011 by SharmilaSub

This post is a bit of blog reciprocity.  One blog that I love to read is Cookinacurry.  Maunika is obviously a hugely talented cook, with a great love and knowledge for the food of her homeland – her posts are incredibly … Continue reading →

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Aumbry, Prestwich (Greater Manchester)

Posted on October 24, 2010 by SharmilaSub

Ah, Manchester, so much to answer for. Manchester is one of my favourite cities.  I’m biased, as I used to live there, still have a clutch of great friends there, and try and get up to visit a few times … Continue reading →

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Piazza by Anthony, Leeds

Posted on August 2, 2009 by SharmilaSub

One of the elements of my job that can be quite depressing is travelling on my own.  The life of a qualitative researcher can sometimes be a very lonely one, as you find yourself in another hotel room quite like … Continue reading →

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