The Foodie Files

A Bohemian Dream- Brunching at Grind, Greenwich

Nestled in the heart of Greenwich, a borough famous for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere, lies Grind Cafe, a hidden gem that promises a delightful sensory experience. With its cozy ambiance, top-notch coffee, and mouthwatering menu, this charming café has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Join me as I delve into my recent visit to Grind Cafe and explore all the reasons why it should be on every cafe lover’s radar.

Jimmy Choo Opens Choo Cafe Pop-Up in Harrods

This non-coffee drinker sure does enjoy heading to cool cafe spots with super pretty aesthetic so I can take even more pretty content for my Instagram! and yes that is exactly what I will be doing at the Choo Cafe which has recently opened in Harrods for a limited time only. The decor is perfect for my fellow content creators and lovers of coffee and cake and I have scheduled a trip to head down there in the next few weeks.

An evening of Luxury Living with The Flaneur

I am totally under no illusions that this type of living is the norm for millions of people. I for one know exactly what it’s like to dine in 5 star restaurants and to hang out in hotels and spas that many would dream of. (Not bad for a woman from Peckham!) However, since I ended my magazine in 2018, and the pandemic dropped kicked me to the ground in 2020 (like it did for so many people!) I haven’t really dined out anywhere special. I haven’t surrounded myself with opulence and I haven’t been treated to anything special either.

Celebrating Another Year – Afternoon Tea at Ambassadors Bloomsbury Hotel

was going to name this post “Levelling Up” as this is what always comes to mind when I go to afternoon tea. I love the feeling it brings and it reminds me of why I keep pushing and working on this blog and my other ventures. What it would be like to go to afternoon tea whenever I wanted and to review various swanky hotels and seeing what they have to offer. I am blessed with the fact that I ran my own online magazine for 8 years which afforded me the luxury of reviewing ALOT of different afternoon tea venues. Yet, that was then and this is now and I really want to take sashashantel.com to next level and to review more venues like these.

#GetBaking | Vegan Raspberry and Almond Gluten Free Muffins from Stem & Glory

I’m pretty lucky to get the chance to collaborate and share my platform with some amazing and reputable individuals and brands. I know my lovelies you must be aware by now that Sasha cannot bake! However, that doesn’t mean I cannot get the experts in to offer some healthier alternatives to some of my baking favourites.

#GetBaking | Vegan Chocolate Cake Recipe

This is a really simple and delicious large cake that can be served in many different ways. You could make a large rectangular cake with a layer of ganache on top. You could also make a double layer round cake with buttercream inside and ganache on top. We have made it into a vegan black forest gateau, and it’s the perfect cake for a kids’ party 🙂