Traditional pub dining…

As soon as you step into this traditional pub hidden on the centre of Bournemouth it’s easy to see why it has consistently won awards for its excellent service. Walking up to the bar, I was greeted by the very smiley landlady of the pub. It seems I chose to review the...

Divine desserts at Hotel du Vin…

  What a midweek treat! Poole Quay is popular all year round; in summer months a bustling area of folk and rock bands, firework nights and classic car and vintage motorbike meets, and in winter a collection of cosy pubs and bars, all with roaring fires and...

The rise and fall of the English cream tea…

    I’ll start with a fall. To the Hotel Manager, Burley Manor Hotel… Regarding our afternoon tea on Saturday 8 March, purchased on Groupon Dear Sir, Having visited your hotel recently, I am setting out the details of our extremely disappointing...