The best fries in Holland
Amsterdam is awash with places claiming to serve “Holland’s best fries” but I do believe I’ve found the real deal! Now first up these…
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The biggest flea market in Europe
As a former vintage shop owner and lover of all things secondhand I was delighted to learn that Amsterdam is home to Europe’s biggest…
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Madrid tips for foodies
Madrid is a city bursting with tasty tapas treats so it’s pretty hard to go wrong when hunting for something to eat. Practically…
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Best rooftops in Madrid
I’m a sucker for a good view, and when visiting a new city getting up high and taking it all in from above is…
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Things I miss about Leeds – Yorkshire
After being away from Leeds for 3 months, a city that welcomed me with open arms and became a place I will always call…
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Mercado de San Ildefonso
You know when something becomes so familiar and you mention it so much that you end up abbreviating it… and then you end up…
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From the city to the mountains in 45 minutes (ish)
I’m a city girl through and through. I grew up near Birmingham in the UK and have lived in cities ever since. I thrive…
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The Custard Factory
The Custard Factory, in Digbeth, is where my former business, Mad Elizabeth Vintage, began its days so it will always hold a special place…
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Yorks Bakery Cafe
One rainy Saturday I was rushing through Birmingham when I stumbled upon Yorks Bakery Cafe. I’d heard a friend mention the name and as I…
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Exploring my own back yard
Before leaving the UK behind and setting off for a new life in Madrid I had a few weeks living back with my parents…
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