Why you should read? Don’t do this on your first date! My first ever date discussed below! Introduction I haven’t previously reflected on this date, but it was my first, and it is Valentine’s Day. Hopefully it’s entertaining! It’s Worcester U.K. 2016. My sweaty palms were slightly shaky as I sat, sipping a hopefully numbing […]
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#328 Sainsbury’s Mulled cider, Ginger, Clove, and Clementine review – “Warming and spicy, yet clashing and unbalanced”- (8.25/10).
Why you should read …Ever wondered how good Sainsbury’s festive cider is? Read on to find out … The Good “Festive bottle design”. “Light carbonation”. “Quite practical”. “Good value”. “Warming and spicy character”. “Natural flavour”. “Full flavoured”. “Thin to moderate mouthfeel”. “Natural feel”. “Lasting aftertaste”. The Bad “Bottle colours clash”. “No dryness”. “Weak smell”. “Weak […]

#327 Smoothie review – Innocent Revitalise (Sainsbury’s) “Thin, harsh, and no uniqueness” (6.75/10).
Why should you read? In a rush, what should I have for lunch? … Hmm … You see the sandwich section. Low cost offers … Yes please… You grab a filling sandwich. You sneak a chocolate bar into your basket … You then pause … Coffee? Pepsi? How about a smoothie? … But which one? You […]

#326 Premier Inn hotel review – Basildon, East Mayne (Room 119, then 123) – (7/10).
Why you should read? Is Basildon Essex a nice place to live? Planning on a Premier Inn stay? Is it worth staying, and if so, for how long? Tea provisions Tea provisions were sufficient for the majority of guests, however, I felt because I’m addicted to tea, I was a little more picky than most. […]

#325 Brightlingsea Summer adventure
Having taken the train from Colchester to Alresford, I then assisted a lady with her pram, to alight. That would be my final good deed of the day, but it was enough to start my day with a sense of being “the good Samaritan”, rather than the “rugged intrepid explorer”. Explorer, was a slight exaggeration […]

#324 Mersea island adventure – “Mersea island is a pleasant location for a meal out, or brief visit”.
Typically up to one hour either side of high tide, you can cross over the Strood. within this, it gets covered by the Colne and Blackwater estuaries. I rode my bike to the Strood, having planned to reach it at low tide. When passing onto the island, there was one split in the road, directing […]

#323 Osea Island adventure – “Finding it is an adventure in itself, for a fun and free trip out”.
Despite a sudden abundance of free time, the usual lack of friends in the same situation was occurring. Fortunately, there was an exception booked in the diary. October 5th. An otherwise uneventful Wednesday. A first peer into Santa’s grotto for the year at a local garden Centre which preceded café chat focused on work, Christmas, […]

#322 Smoothie review – Innocent Blueberries, Peaches & Apples (Sainsbury’s) “Too much of a good thing” (8.5/10).
Why you should read? Ever been stuck in a hotel room for several weeks, unable to cook anything healthy, feeling the lack of nutrients sap your strength and energy? Perhaps it’s time for a fruity smoothie? Weight loss rating = Medium The Good “Ideal mouthfeel”. “Great value”. “Packaging consistent with brand message”. “Good brand message”. […]

#321 Happy Christmas 2022
#321 Happy Christmas 2022 Why you should read? How has your year been so far? Please tell us in the comments below … Happy Christmas! I would like to wish you all a very merry and happy Christmas! This year, has been a time with a mixture of emotions for me. Introduction As I reflect […]

#319 Nowton Park Maze 2022, Summer daytrip
“If visiting West Suffolk, the Nowton park maze is worth a visit. It is something freely accessible, suitable for the whole family. I had a great day exploring it in the sunshine”. Why should you read? Hello readers, and happy Friday! What could be more fitting than a summer day trip summary from a short […]

