It’s Dog Day!
Today is International Dog Day, and as pet owners, we are finding ways to celebrate our four-legged family members. August 26 is more than a date
Today is International Dog Day, and as pet owners, we are finding ways to celebrate our four-legged family members. August 26 is more than a date
📍 Zagreb — Then & NowA journey that began in 2019… and came full circle in 2025. In 2019, Darcy and I made an epic journey
If you’ve ever wondered why we embarked on this stretched-out journey, here’s why. In July 2024, I learned about Memory Lane at Monty’s Dog Beach in Crikvenica,
From London to Prague Our journey began in London, boarding a train at St Pancras and tracing the path beneath the Channel via the Eurotunnel
There’s a new hum along the quieter end of Drury Lane, and its name is Town. Chef Stevie Parle’s latest venture has landed, and it feels
Celebrate International Dog Day with Sticks’n’Sushi & Treats for Your Pup at Battersea Power Station In celebration of International Dog Day (26th August), Sticks’n’Sushi at Battersea Power Station is
Savouring the Day: 16 Days of Luxury, History & Hospitality (TM) with Kitchen Chat Something about the gentle rustle of comfy duvets in the morning,
Pawprints & Pillow Mints: Our Dog-Friendly Hotel Tour 2025 “There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort,” Jane Austen once wrote — though I
Estelle Manor (formerly Eynsham Hall) is a refreshingly modern yet timeless reinvention of the country house retreat, where grand English heritage, contemporary design, and lively community
Whispers of Versailles, a Night Beneath the Chandeliers, Palace Secrets & Velvet Dreams There’s something quietly surreal about sleeping within the gates of Versailles. Long
A Dartmoor Dream: Moss, Moors & Michelin Stars Gidleigh Park is a luxurious Tudor-style country house hotel set majestically on the bubbling upper reaches of
This May, The Connaught is honouring Goodwoof Festival 2025, the annual canine celebration from the famous Goodwood Estate. During this month the legendary Connaught Hound
After a whirlwind of a trip to Istanbul and Cappadocia, we stopped over in Sofia, Bulgaria to see what’s it all about. I didn’t know
Cappadocia, in central Turkey, is world‑renowned for its otherworldly landscapes, sculpted over millennia by volcanic eruptions and erosion, rich history, and unique cultural experiences. The
A wedding celebration took Lulu and I to Istanbul. The three day affair kept us busy in the evenings and left the day to explore
In keeping with its storied heritage, The Peninsula London hosted a collection of splendid festivities in honour of the Lunar New Year – the most
“Staying at a beloved place is like reconnecting with an old friend—an echo from the past, reminding us of the indelible footprints we’ve left.” One
You never know where life takes you. Take it one step at a time. Wherever you are on your journey, you are exactly where you
We welcome the New Year—filled with possibilities and experiences that have never been. As in years past, we honour our annual tradition, one that began
It was an early morning start on December 20th as we met Ju-li and Mr. Darcy at St Pancras Station, ready to embark on an
Christmas markets transform town squares and city streets into winter wonderlands filled with holiday cheer. Originating in Europe, offering a magical atmosphere complete with twinkling
Right in the heart of fashionable Chelsea where Sloane Square meets Kings Road and Sloane Street, where the Duke of York Square thrives with activities
For a long time, spending Christmas at Claridge’s with Darcy and George was high on my bucket list. As soon as local Covid restrictions eased
Our beloved bear, Paddington, is back! Earlier today, we attended a dog-friendly screening of Paddington in Peru at Picturehouse Central, one of several Picturehouse cinemas that host
Chelsea is undoubtedly one of the most dog-friendly boroughs in London, and they’re gearing up to celebrate the many shops that roll out the red
It was a whirlwind of a summer! And today we officially transition to Autumn. As the season changes, it often evokes a bittersweet feeling. It’s
Cambridge, a city set along the picturesque River Cam, is best known for its prestigious University of Cambridge and its wealth of historic sites and
The Duchess of Bedford, a lady-in-waiting to Queen Victoria, initiated the delightful practice of taking a pot of tea and a light meal privately in
We just had the most lovely weekend in the Cotswolds, a region renowned for its picturesque beauty and quintessential English charm. Each season in the
Our recent adventures with Margaret of Kitchen Chat ended with another staycation at Cliveden House – it is always a pleasure to return to this