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The Oak Inn Review, Christchurch

10. January 2011

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The Oak Inn Review, Christchurch

The Oak Inn is nestled down a narrow lane in Burton, Christchurch and proudly owned by Mick and Gill Macauley – a husband and wife team from Southend-on-Sea, Essex. Cleary this friendly couple have put much care and effort into presenting their small and friendly pub that offers a fantastic Sunday roast dinner.

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Westin Gourmet – The Best Way To Buy Meat Online

24. July 2011

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Westin Gourmet – The Best Way To Buy Meat Online

Budgeting for your weekly shop has become the norm in these days of ever rising food prices so if there’s a way to save a few extra pennies then certainly we’ll all be happy to take it.   That’s where Westin Gourmet come in, offering a simple and straightforward way to buy meat online, they source [...]

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Sunday Roast at the Chequers Inn

2. April 2011

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Sunday Roast at the Chequers Inn

I can’t actually say enough good things about this beautifully cared for, pristine and welcoming Inn. Upon arrival we are greeted by the friendliest staff I think I’ve come across in all of Dorset – something that stuck with me from my first visit here.

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Coach & Horses Review, Winterbourne Abbas

17. March 2011

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Coach & Horses Review, Winterbourne Abbas

The Coach & Horses Carvery offer a choice of Roast Beef and/or Roast Pork accompanied by all the usual suspects: Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, a selection of vegetables, gravy, horseradish and apple sauce

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Bistro Christophe Review, Bruges

15. March 2011

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Bistro Christophe Review, Bruges

I just can’t say enough good things about Bistro Christophe in Bruges. The staff are welcoming and helpful, offering guidance on the best menu options, though in truth everything here must be amazing – these people know what they are doing and how to cook!

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Review: King Alfred’s Kitchen, Shaftesbury

31. January 2011

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Review: King Alfred’s Kitchen, Shaftesbury

After leaving home late with no time for morning coffee we arrive in the small market town of Shaftesbury both hungry and thirsty so our first port of call has to be somewhere to replenish.  Only moments after we step out of the car do we find what looks to be a truly tradition English [...]

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The Kings Arms at Longham Review – Sunday Lunch

17. January 2011

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The Kings Arms at Longham Review – Sunday Lunch

The far wall of the Kings Arms is beautifully designed – exposed red brick surrounds a wooden fireplace that boast a heavy duty wood burning stove. Above the fireplace a stunning large circular wood-framed mirror hangs beautifully adorned either side by Gustav Klimt prints…

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Review: Cavendish Hotel in Bournemouth

2. October 2010

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Review: Cavendish Hotel in Bournemouth

The main reason for my trip however was to attend the Great Dorset Steam Fair in Tarrant Hinton, and what a sight for the eyes, and surprise to the nostrils it was! All those steam vehicles certainly blacken up the sky with their endless streams of steam, and fill ones head with not only the sound of the steam horns, but also the smell of all that burning coal and the like

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Cat & Fiddle Review, Harvester Restaurant in Christchurch

17. August 2010

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Cat & Fiddle Review, Harvester Restaurant in Christchurch

Our first visit to a Harvester restaurant was to the Cat & Fiddle in Christchurch. Upon walking from the parking lot to the restaurant we noticed that the majority of the tables in the garden outside still lay sitting with dirty leftovers, empty beer bottles/glasses and no availability for a new arrival to sit without having to waitress their own table.

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Sophia’s Bistro Woolacombe Review – A Jewel in the Sand

17. August 2010

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Sophia’s Bistro Woolacombe Review – A Jewel in the Sand

Searching for a restaurant in Woolacombe was not an inspiring feat until we came across Sophia’s a Bistro on South South Street near the Bay

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