If you consider yourself a dessert aficionado, then you absolutely must add Heavenly Desserts to your foodie bucket list. Proudly hailed as the Number 1 desserts venue in the UK,
The past few months have been incredibly eventful, filled with significant moments that have reshaped my mindset and focus for the future. I plan to write individual posts about each of these transformative experiences, but one stands out that I must mention first – my mum and I wrote a book! Yes, after years of starting and stopping, we’ve finally become authors! I’ll be dedicating a full blog post to this amazing achievement soon. But for now, to celebrate, my best friend treated us both to a wonderful meal at The Ivy Cafe in Blackheath, London.
Hey there, foodie fam! Sasha Shantel here, your go-to gal for all things scrumptious. Today, I’m taking you on a journey to Itsu in Southwark, where every bite is a flavour-packed delight. And guess what? I had the pleasure of bringing along my partner-in-crime, Katie, and her adorable pup Chuck Taylor. Talk about a paw-some day out!
Picture this: a Sunday filled with mouthwatering delights, laughter, and a touch of sophistication. That’s exactly what I experienced at Hawksmoor, Canary Wharf, during their epic Sunday roast feast!
Nestled in the heart of Greenwich, a borough famous for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere, lies Grind Cafe, a hidden gem that promises a delightful sensory experience. With its cozy ambiance, top-notch coffee, and mouthwatering menu, this charming café has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Join me as I delve into my recent visit to Grind Cafe and explore all the reasons why it should be on every cafe lover’s radar.
This non-coffee drinker sure does enjoy heading to cool cafe spots with super pretty aesthetic so I can take even more pretty content for my Instagram! and yes that is exactly what I will be doing at the Choo Cafe which has recently opened in Harrods for a limited time only. The decor is perfect for my fellow content creators and lovers of coffee and cake and I have scheduled a trip to head down there in the next few weeks.
I am totally under no illusions that this type of living is the norm for millions of people. I for one know exactly what it’s like to dine in 5 star restaurants and to hang out in hotels and spas that many would dream of. (Not bad for a woman from Peckham!) However, since I ended my magazine in 2018, and the pandemic dropped kicked me to the ground in 2020 (like it did for so many people!) I haven’t really dined out anywhere special. I haven’t surrounded myself with opulence and I haven’t been treated to anything special either.
was going to name this post “Levelling Up” as this is what always comes to mind when I go to afternoon tea. I love the feeling it brings and it reminds me of why I keep pushing and working on this blog and my other ventures. What it would be like to go to afternoon tea whenever I wanted and to review various swanky hotels and seeing what they have to offer. I am blessed with the fact that I ran my own online magazine for 8 years which afforded me the luxury of reviewing ALOT of different afternoon tea venues. Yet, that was then and this is now and I really want to take sashashantel.com to next level and to review more venues like these.
*Recipe from Louise Palmer Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory: https://www.stemandglory.uk/
Guys, working from home throughout lockdown and beyond has been a blessing and one I will FOREVER be grateful for. However, one thing I will say is that being home everyday has made me become quite anti-social. I would never say I was a social butterfly by any means.
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