Hina Matsuri!

Today was the 16th annual Hina Matsuri - a celebration of Japanese culture held in Glasgow's West End. Since I love everything about Japan (one day... one day I will get there! Even if I have to get a job with a fishing rod manufacturer in Wishaw...) I was keen to go along and learn more. There was traditional Taiko drumming...

Origami....

Japanese Kanji...

And what better to follow a truly Japanese experience? Huevos Rancheros, of course! Big up to Vinyard 28 (soon to be new joint - The Parlour - watch this space) for the yummy brunch.

I also popped by one of my favourite shops in the West End, Wendy's Hoose, to stock up on the deliciously scented soy candles. Banana bried is the best!

On the Japanese theme, I have started reading Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami. Book review to follow! 

Happy Saturday, all.

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Tapas, rabbits, castles and sunshine: Weekend in Inverness

This weekend I traveled up North to Inverness to spend some time with one of my beautiful friends who's just moved up there and I haven't seen in too long!! 

Tapas, wine and catch-ups at La Tortilla Asesina on the first night

So many cute bunnies on the grounds of Inverness castle!

The stunning River Ness in the sunshine

St. Andrew's Cathedral: which doesn't look unlike a certain Notre Dame in Paris!

So Coco for some amazing hot chocolates and macroons - if you're ever in Inverness you have to check this place out!

Making new friends - the Penguins of Madagascar are my favourite! (This shop sold EVERYTHING)

Tractor fun

Exploring the Castle and admiring the amazing views 

Flora Macdonald: the unsung Jacobite heroine

Inverness is such a beautiful place: even though you're in the heart of a city you still always feel so close to nature and the Highlands are just a stone's throw away. So peaceful here.

 Our Sunday night consisted of pizza, cider, Netflix and face masks!

Had such a lovely and chilled time with Keara in Inverness. Hopefully I can visit again soon :)

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