Restaurants

John’s House Restaurant

A few phone calls and a six month waiting list later, I finally made it to Leicestershire's only Michelin-starred restaurant...but was it worth the wait?
No 44 on the Waterside, The Arden

Muddy heads for a working lunch of sharing small plates at the recently refurbished brasserie of this boutique hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon with river views.
Sanctua, Leicester’s first-ever fully vegan restaurant

A plant based menu, clean eating, wonky veg - are you serious? Yes we are and it totally rocks!
The Pear Tree Inn

This lively restaurant in the posh village of Woodhouse Eaves had a complete facelift and re-hauled its entire menu last year. We finally made it down to see if it still has Muddy's seal of approval.
10 banging brunches

Bring out the elasticated trousers! Hearty to healthy, from prosecco to pancakes. Does your favourite brunch spot make the list?
The Langton Arms

This village local in Church Langton has had a complete refurb. Gone is the dated pub and in its place is something seriously stylish and the food's not bad either.
Mother’s Day treats

Show your mum some serious lurrve and treat her to something special from personalised pink gin bottles to special spa days and more.
31 Below, Marylebone

You can keep Oxford, Bond and Kensington - it's Marylebone High Street and its new watering hole, 31 Below, all the way for me!
Muddy Eats: Paris House, Woburn

Elegance, class, sophistication...no, we're not talking about ourselves! The Michelin recommended Paris House across the border in Woburn, Bedfordshire aces fine dining.
On the Waterfront

The Encore overlooking the River Avon in historic Stratford-upon-Avon has just reopened after a swish complete makeover.