The Steam Room in Southsea

The Steam Room in Southsea

The Steam Room in Southsea opened in 2020 mid pandemic and is a welcome addition to Portsmouth’s vibrant coffee scene.

This cosy set up on Elm Grove became an instant hit with speciality coffee and an amazing camp fire hot chocolate. It’s an experience I’m totally smitten with!

Find out why The Steam Room should be on your list of cafes to visit next…

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Farm Kitchen in Southsea

Farm Kitchen in Southsea

Farm Kitchen in Southsea was a little treat in between lockdown restrictions. This was my very first visit to the restaurant and my first brunch in a very long time, for obvious 2020 reasons!

Like Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food? Well, Farm Kitchen’s twist on breakfast might be for you…

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Southsea Deli in Portsmouth

Southsea Deli in Portsmouth

Southsea Deli is a great spot to pick up essentials, treats and a hot drink from in Portsmouth.

This awesome independent has plenty of products to fill your pantry with. It also hosts food making workshops to teach you new skills and will cater any events you might have.

Don’t forget the Southsea Deli Truck, the mobile arm of the store, that makes its way to popular spots around the city and sea front.

Have you stopped by Southsea Deli yet?

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Independent Coffee Roasters in Hampshire

Independent Coffee Roasters in Hampshire

Up your ‘at home’ coffee game with this helpful directory of Independent Coffee Roasters in Hampshire!

We are incredibly lucky to have a thriving coffee roasting scene in the county, offering a fantastic range of single origin and blended coffees.

I’ve listed local roasters by area to help you easily find a new morning brew to try. And, all of them deliver straight to your door!

Let your journey into Hampshire coffee begin…

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Latin Food At Home in Portsmouth

Latin Food At Home in Portsmouth

[AD] Latin Food At Home is a Colombian takeaway available for collection or delivery in Portsmouth.

Catalina and Hernan are a husband and wife duo producing excellent authentic Latin food from their kitchen.

If you’ve never had Colombian food, now’s your chance, take a look at the food and how to order…

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Titchfield Abbey

Titchfield Abbey

Titchfield Abbey is tucked away on Mill Lane near Fareham, outside of Portsmouth.

The ruins and grounds are so pretty but, even if you’re local, there’s a good chance you’ve driven past this spot and not realised it’s even there!

This guide will help you plan a trip, make some useful suggestions and give you a few pointers if you’re not familiar with the area.

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Where to get real Christmas trees in Hampshire 2020

Where to get real Christmas trees in Hampshire 2020

Where to get real Christmas trees in Hampshire is your handy guide to finding the nearest place to you.

When I have been looking for real trees, I found it hard to find a good round up of the places across the county. I hope this guide helps you find your perfect tree this year.

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10 Zero Waste Shops in Hampshire

10 Zero Waste Shops in Hampshire

Here’s 10 zero waste shops in Hampshire that will help you make a few changes to your basket.

Sustainable shops are becoming increasingly popular and with good reason. I mean we’ve all watched the latest David Attenborough documentary, seen that turtle who has a straw stuck in his nose or the seahorse wrapped around a plastic cotton bud, haven’t we?

If you want to make a few changes here’s some great shops that will help you on your way….

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A guide to Pumpkin Picking in Hampshire

A guide to Pumpkin Picking in Hampshire

Are you wondering where you can go pumpkin picking in Hampshire this Autumn?

Here’s a handy guide to the wonderful farms and fields across the county, where you can pick your own and live your best Autumn life!

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Where to find Street Art in Portsmouth

Where to find Street Art in Portsmouth

Looking for Portsmouth street art? As an area of growth for local and national street artists, Portsmouth is becoming increasingly more decorated. Yet, there’s not many places online sharing where these beautiful artworks are!

This guide is a great starting point to help you hunt down the places where you’ll find new pieces and old favourites.

Lace up your comfy trainers and grab your camera, there’s some stellar art to be found.

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