Portsmouth, as a city, has always been brimming with lyrical talent. With local festivals such as Icebreaker, Southsea Fest and Victorious, you don’t need to look hard to find an eclectic mix of gifted musicians. From acoustic covers to psychedelic rock bands, Pompey seems to have it all and, like snowflakes, no two bands are … Read moreProud and Wanting More – The Mudlarks Cruel Britannia Album Review
When I first heard Newton Faulkner, I was still in school and had just bought the new Now That’s What I Call Music C-D. I remember it was summer and I played Dream Catch Me on repeat. It was, and still is, a beautiful song and filled me with this brimming sense of hope. Listening … Read moreThe Perfect Summer Companion – The Very Best of Newton Faulkner…So Far Album Review
After a month-long hiatus, I have decided to end my food review series ‘The Southsea Food Tour’. Last March, I began writing honest and in-depth food reviews. I wanted to celebrate Portsmouth in a new light and to make a name for myself in the city. Since then, I have written over 40 reviews (almost … Read moreThe Last Stop – The End of The Southsea Food Tour
2018 may not have set off to a good start but, sometimes, the bad comes with the good. The good I speak of is the opening of The Merchant House and the re-launch of Need Steet Food, formerly Feed Hot Dog Co. The Merchant House saw the Ice Bar, on Highland Road, transformed from a … Read moreThe Southsea Food Tour – The Merchant House / Need Street Food
As I reviewed Two Doors Down last week, it is only appropriate I now review its counterpart, 6oz Burgers. Two doors down from Two Doors Down on Osbourne Road, you will find this quirky burger joint. I ate there on a quiet Tuesday night and took advantage of their weekday ‘meal for two’ offer. This … Read moreThe Southsea Food Tour – 6oz Burgers
You will find this global street food restaurant and bar on Osbourne Road, and as the name suggests, Two Doors down from its counterpart 6oz Burgers. It’s a small place but has made a huge impression on Portsmouth as, whenever I pass, it is normally always busy. I have tried booking online countless times on … Read moreThe Southsea Food Tour – Two Doors Down
The Southsea Deli opened less than two weeks ago and is a unique place in Southsea – perhaps not for the reasons you may think. Before it was the light and airy deli it is now, it was once Jam and Bowler and then briefly an Alice in Wonderland cafe. It is a refreshing addition to … Read moreThe Southsea Food Tour – The Southsea Deli