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Samuel J TanEat, Local Food & Drink 0
Sometimes, the craving is not for a full dinner but simply dessert. That was exactly the case on a Saturday evening in Bath. We were looking specifically for Asian desserts and had some time to spare, so we decided to make a little mission out of it and see what the city had to offer.
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Samuel J TanEat, Exeter, Location, Restaurant Reviews 0
In the middle of Exeter’s Guildhall Shopping Centre, just off Queen Street, Pho Exeter brings the flavours of Vietnam to the city centre.
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Samuel J TanEat, Exeter, Location, Restaurant Reviews 0
Just a short walk from Exeter city centre, Istanbul Restaurant has quickly built a strong reputation. With ratings of 4.9 on Google and 4.8 on TripAdvisor, we were curious to see if it lived up to the praise.
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Samuel J TanBristol, Eat, Location, Restaurant Reviews 0
Nala Not Just Noodles brings a slice of Hong Kong café culture to Bristol. Positioned at Unit 8C, Clifton Down Shopping Centre, Whiteladies Rd, Clifton but accessible only from the outside, this bright and vibrant eatery stands out especially on a Sunday evening when many of the Shopping Centre shops are shuttered but nearby restaurants […]
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Samuel J TanEat, Local Food & Drink, Location, Stroud 0
Tucked inside the vibrant food hall at Five Valleys Indoor Market, you’ll find The Biryani Pot — a compact, welcoming stall serving South Indian favourites with warmth and authenticity.
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Samuel J TanEat, Exeter, Location, Restaurant Reviews 0
We booked The Ivy in Exeter to celebrate a birthday, opting for a relaxed lunchtime visit rather than a full evening affair. Although we didn’t flag the birthday when making the reservation, The Ivy Collection is well known for its thoughtful celebratory touches, and during our visit we noticed two or three nearby tables receiving […]
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Samuel J TanBristol, Eat, Local Food & Drink, Location 0
We went to Fisk & Frite in St Werburghs, Bristol, drawn in by their excellent reviews and a tempting £10 lunch deal spotted on Instagram. Sometimes lunch deals are a compromise. This one absolutely isn’t.
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Samuel J TanEat, Food Experiences, Restaurant Reviews 0
Hot pot usually brings to mind bubbling communal pots, raw ingredients laid out on trays, and a table full of people cooking together. Pot Pot Malatang in Bristol takes a different approach, one that suits modern diners, solo eaters, and anyone who prefers a more streamlined, personal experience without sacrificing flavour or choice.
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Samuel J TanCafés & Coffee Shops, Eat 0
We visited Fluffy Fluffy in Bristol entirely by chance. Walking past on a winter weekday, one sign stopped us in our tracks: “Birthday Offer – Free Pancake with Any Drink.”
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Samuel J TanEat, Local Food & Drink 0
After a long afternoon meeting in London where lunch was completely skipped, and while my other half was happily exploring the Sir John Soane’s Museum, we decided to meet for an early dinner before heading home. At around 3.40pm, firmly between lunch and dinner service, we found ourselves outside Cafe East Pho on Bloomsbury Way […]