Blog - Page 15 of 25 - Colour My Days

Saltburn’s Colourful Beach Huts

Samuel J TanBy the Sea, Explore, Guides & Collections, Holidays, Location, Seaside, Yorkshire 0

When in Saltburn, take a stroll along the seaside walkway and visit the ‘beach huts of many colours’. We were there on a quiet Sunday morning, so had the place practically to ourselves.

Turtle Bay, Bath’s Goat Curry, Goat Hash and more

Samuel J TanBath, Eat, Location, Restaurant Reviews 0

The las time we wrote up on Turtle Bay was years ago back in 2014. Since then, we have been back a couple of times, but our visit was extra special last week as it coincided with Bath Carinal 2023 weekend. The Turtle Bay is Bath is next to Pulteney Bridge where the procession starts […]

Le Raaj Fine Indian Cuisine near Durham

Samuel J TanDurham, Eat, Local Food & Drink, Location 0

I was craving freshly made naan bread from the tandoor oven for weeks. Not just any naan bread but a keema naan, fluffy and light, baked to perfection just seconds become being served. My opportunity came when the hotel we stayed in had an Indian restaurant just across the parking lot.

Red Front Door_The World of James Herriot

The World of James Herriot, Thirsk, Yorkshire

Li-ling OoiAttraction, Explore, Location, Museum, Yorkshire 0

The World of James Herriot is a charming and nostalgic attraction located in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, England. It is dedicated to the life and works of the ‘real’ James Herriot, the pen name of the renowned British veterinarian and author, James Alfred Wight, better known as Alfie Wight.

Thirsk Shops & Buildings – Local & independent businesses in the market town

Samuel J TanExplore, Location, Shops, Yorkshire 0

They say if you have seen one high street, you have seen them all, a carbon copy with the same old high street chains, cafes and shops. It gets tired sometimes. On my chanced visit to Thirsk, a market place near York, I was able to discover ‘off the high street’ shops and businesses on […]

The British Library, London and Statue of Isaac Newton

Li-ling OoiAttraction, Explore, Library, Location, London 0

Of all the wondrous sights to visit in London, The British Library is hardly top of anyone’s list unless you’re a true bibliophile. With that disclaimer out of the way, I must admit that the British Library is possibly one of the most impressive libraries anyone could visit ever. Not just because of its heft […]

Thirsk, North Yorkshire: Market Town, Shops, Cafes & Home to the World of James Herriot

Samuel J TanBuildings, Explore, Guides & Collections, Location, Market, Shops, Yorkshire 0

Thirsk in North Yorkshire is a market town serving the Vale of Mowbray for nine centuries. Industries that thrived then included linen weaving, leather goods, malting and brewing, rope making, leather goods and basket making. Our quick stop at Thirsk on a Sunday morning, allowed us time to get to know the market town, shops, […]

Panton Yokocho, London for Ramen & Downtown Japan Experience

Li-ling OoiEat, Local Food & Drink, Location, London 0

Borrowing the name of the street it is on – Panton Street, Panton Yokocho is Japanese for Panton Alleyway. In Japan, Yokochos are narrow streets packed with small eateries, dive bars and izakaya. They offer some of the best food and drinks while staying hidden and off the high street. In Japan, you have to […]

Panahar Indian Restaurant, Moorland Road, Bath

Samuel J TanBath, Eat, Local Food & Drink, Location 0

A favourite among students and locals in the south of Bath, Panahar Indian Cuisine is a takeaway and restaurant that offers unique, no nonsense and freshly prepared curry dishes at affordable prices. The fact that it is a Bring Your Own Drink establishment makes it even more appealing.

Fresh Cooked Fish and Chips at the White Row Farm

Samuel J TanBath, Eat, Local Food & Drink, Location 0

Nothing beats freshly cooked fish and chip served on a plate. The crisp of the batter and crunchy chips make a big difference, compared to paper wrapped or boxed takeaways. We thought we give ourselves a treat on a Friday and invited a friend along to dine in at the White Row Fish and Chip.