Where We Ate — Food & Drink Worth Writing About

From Michelin-starred restaurants to hidden local favourites, every review here is first-hand and appetite-led. These aren’t generic food guides — they’re meals we’ve actually enjoyed (or endured), with honest reflections and recommendations.

Whether it’s dinner at Le Cinq in Paris, a seafood lunch by the sea in Nice, or a surprise discovery in a Scottish backstreet, we write about places that stood out — for the setting, the service, and most importantly, the food.

You’ll also find city guides for food lovers, with suggestions on where to eat, drink, and linger.

Dinner at Les Remparts - one of the finest restaurant views in the South of France
Food and Drink Jamie Riddell Food and Drink Jamie Riddell

Dinner at Les Remparts - one of the finest restaurant views in the South of France

Perched on the edge of Èze with views across Cap Ferrat, dinner at Les Remparts is one of my all-time favourite experiences. The food is elegant without being fussy, the service is spot-on, and the sunsets are unforgettable. If you’re planning a special evening on the Riviera, this should be on your list. Updated July 2025.

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Where to Eat in Nice: A Foodie’s Favourites (2022 Edition)
Jamie Riddell Jamie Riddell

Where to Eat in Nice: A Foodie’s Favourites (2022 Edition)

A personal dining guide to Nice, France—first shared in 2022 and still full of favourites we return to every year. From carousel breakfasts at Le Negresco to sunset dinners at La Réserve, these are the places that made our Riviera stays delicious.

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