A couple of weeks ago I wandered past The Hairy Fig and the most amazing smells were wafting out, so I thought it was time for a visit! It’s a cafe and wine bar with a deli next door. They have outdoor pavement seating, which will be great in dry…
Last week we visited Castle Howard, as a press visit to see the Tony Cragg sculptures that are displayed there until the 22nd of September. There is always plenty to see at Castle Howard anyway, but the sculptures give an extra dimension – you can see more photos of them…
Yesterday we went along to the Old York Tea Room. A good friend of mine had recommended it a little while ago, but this is the first opportunity we have had to go. The tea room is located on Goodramgate in a building that dates back to 1316. We were…
Great Dog Friendly Cafes in York – are you visiting York with your canine best friend? Here is a great list of cafes that are dog friendly in York City Centre. Also look at our guide to dog friendly York. The Old Liquor Store Bishopthorpe Rd, York YO23 1FT The…
Fantastic Cafes in York – York has a fabulous range of cafes from the everyday to quirky artisanal Instagram worthy spots. Here is a selection of some of the most notable. Parlormade Cafe and Scone House 1 Little Shambles, York YO1 7LY I visited Parlormade Cafe and Scone House recently…
Best York Tea Rooms – I love a cute tea room and have visited many in York, particularly for afternoon tea. But there are places that are great when you need a cuppa and a sit down from all the shopping. Have a look at our list of the best…
We recently visited The Piccadilly in York for a relaxed Sunday brunch followed by a (less relaxed!) hour in their Harry Potter themed escape room. The atmosphere in the cafe bar was lively, with decor featuring up and coming York artists. There is lots of seating inside and a couple…
200 Degrees Coffee Shop and Cafe in York Review – Last week we were invited to visit the recently opened coffee shop 200 Degrees on Low Petergate. It’s a lovely, modern and relaxing space and goes back a surprising distance (I love coffee shops, I hate not being able to…
Where to find a Great Coffee Shop in York – York is an amazing place to visit with lots of things to do. But in between the shopping and the sightseeing you will need to know where are fabulous independent coffee shops and tea rooms are. Here is our ever…
Heavenly Desserts in York, Review – At the beginning of the summer holidays I decided to treat the kids to dessert at Heavenly Desserts. It wasn’t entirely altruistic, as a) I wanted to review it and b) desserts – you know what I am saying. It’s situated on Blake Street…