Fitness Friday: #Fitmas Week Two

It's Fitness Friday so I wanted to update you on Week Two of Slimmed Cartree's Fitmas challenge. In short? It's been rubbish!

Last week in Week 1, I was really pleased with my positive start to Fitmas. Despite some busy days, I managed to fit the four workouts into my week and I was excited to get going with Week 2. 

This week, I have less to update. I had planned where I wanted to fit in my workouts and they just....didn't happen. I managed to squeeze my arms workout and abs workout during my break at work but I didn't complete the legs set or optional workout. I know that two workouts (although this was back to back on one day) isn't awful, but I feel pretty disappointed after such a positive start. The only positive is that I did superset some of the exercises in Corinne's arms workout, in order to increase the difficulty. 

I still have the weekend before the week ends, so I'm planning on completing the legs workout on Sunday. Keep an eye on my Twitter to see if I succeed or not!

I've planned my workouts for next week and hopefully this week, I will stick to them! Have you been taking part in #Fitmas? How was your second week?

Jess

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OOTD: Roll With It

Oh I do love this season! Roll-neck jumpers under dresses are one of my favourite looks and today I'm sharing exactly that, shot by the lovely Skinned Cartree in Leeds:

Dungaree dress: New Look* Jumper: Primark. Boots: Clarks. Necklace: Etsy. Rings: Primark.

I spotted this dungaree dress whilst shopping in the Manchester Arndale after my wonderful stay at Premier Inn for the Sleep WellShop Well event. I think New Look is offering some fantastic clothes at the moment and I keep finding myself gravitating towards them whenever I want something new yet affordable for my wardrobe. As soon as I spotted this dungaree dress I picked it up and headed straight to the changing room. I initially was unsure whether the style would suit me but I love it, even if I feel slightly like a five year old!

I love this colour for Autumn and Winter and the dungaree style is perfect for layering. Today, I added a simple beige turtleneck which cost just £6 from Primark – it’s warm and chic, and ideal for wearing underneath my summer dresses with thick black tights. Although I talk about my ‘Summer’ and ‘Winter’ wardrobe, really I just buy clothes which I can wear bare legged in the summer, then without tights and lots of jumpers in the winter. This dress is a cord-like fabric which feels much studier than some of my more summery dress, so it’s a step towards a proper winter wardrobe.

What do you think of this outfit? What have you bought recently from New Look?

Jess

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#Fitmas: Week One

If you follow me on Twitter, you will have seen me talk about a blogger challenge I am taking part in – the #Fitmas Blogger Fitness Challenge, created by Slimmed Cartree. Corinne is a huge inspiration of mine when it comes to working out; she lives one of the busiest lives I know, posts on her main blog daily as well as running two other blogs and still finds times to work out. She is also a huge believer in making changes ‘now not later’ so when a couple of us mentioned we were feeling demotivated in the gym, she devised a fitness challenge and turned it into a positive event.

As I’ve mentioned, I’ve been struggling with my consistency in the gym recently and I couldn’t wait to start the challenge. I will be updating you weekly how I get on, including my successes and failures (I’m sure there will be some!) For me, my main challenge is to complete all, or as many, workouts as possible. I want to prove to myself that I do have time to work out three or four times a week, regardless of my job, travelling or other commitments. I know it’s possible and this challenge is the perfect way to prove it!

So how did my first week go?

Workout 1

5 sets x 10 reps squats with 20kg

5 sets x 12 reps straight leg deadlifts with 20kg

5 sets x 12 reps vertical traction machine 20kg

5 sets x 12 reps downward row 6.25kg

I wanted to start the challenge with an all-body workout to cover all the bases. I intentionally chose lighter weights than I normally train with as I didn’t want to leave myself with heavy DOMS which would ruin the rest of the week. As a result, I was pleased with how hard I worked – whilst still being able to walk the next day!

Workout 2 and 3

30 mins uphill walk

Abs day workout

Leg day workout (no weights)

Because I missed my planned workout on Tuesday, I had to double up on Wednesday to keep up with the challenge. This was a huge step for me, as if I didn’t have my fellow bloggers motivating me I would probably have missed the workout completely and have already been one step closer to stopping!

Workout 4

Arm day workout, combo of machines and dumbbells

I squeezed this workout in-between getting my hair cut and heading to London for a day of events. Again, this was a really positive step for me – I would have normally completely written off this day as a day to workout but in order to hit the four workouts target I had to make time, and it was surprisingly easy to do.

I’m really pleased with how this week went. I was also pleasantly surprised how working out without weights or with light weights still left me feeling sore and happy with my workout. I am still a big fan of weights and will be introducing the bar and dumbbells to my workouts as the weeks progress, but I definitely still felt the burn! Overall I felt it was a really positive start and I’m excited to complete the weekly challenge at the end of the week before starting Week 2!

Are you taking part in Fitmas? How did you find Week 1?

Jess

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Fitness Friday: 3 Times and Ways to Tackle Cravings

Recently, I've been making a conscious effort to improve my diet and get back into my fitness routine. I will be talking about my fitness routine in my next post, as I update you all on my first week of #Fitmas, the blogger fitness challenge created by Corinne. Today I wanted to talk about the diet side of my health kick and an important part I want to change - snacking.

For me, there are three parts of the day when I particularly susceptible to snacking - after the gym, during the daytime at my desk and late at night before bedtime. These are the time I want something sweet or high in fat, through either hunger or boredom, and I've found a couple of ways to tackle this with healthy snacking:

1. After the Gym
I love to use protein shakes or smoothies to stop my need to snack after a gym session. I'm one of these people who eats as I cook, meaning that by the time my dinner is ready I've already eaten half of it! I find that the best way to stop this is to make a protein shake to keep those cravings at bay until my meal is cooked.

2. At My Desk
I'm currently working as a Marketing and PR intern and I have discovered the perils of desk-snacking. Nibboxx* are a subscription box service who deliver delicious low calorie snacks to your door. The concept is similar to Graze, the most well-known snack subscription box, but with a low calorie focus. The box is recyclable and fits nicely through the letterbox, which is perfect when I'm always missing parcels, I particularly liked the flapjacks which were really moreish and much better for me than a biscuit with my cup of tea!

3. At Night
Another time I want to snack is late at night, when I'm craving a dessert and something sweet. I used to have a low calorie hot chocolate but I've recently discovered this delicious vanilla and almond shake from Maxi Nutrition. I simply add a cup of almond milk, a scoop of vanilla Promax, 10 almonds and a tablespoon of peanut butter to a blender and blitz it all together. The almonds and peanut butter are perfect for satisfying any sweet cravings, ensuring I get a hunger-free sleep.

What times of day are the worst for your cravings? What healthy snacks do you choose?

*This post is in collaboration with Maxi Nutrition*

Jess

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Winning at Ginning

Oh, gin. My favourite spirit, I love it with tonic or bitter lemon - I'm not fussy which. I also love learning about it, as there are simply an overwhelming range of varieties of gin available and there is always more to try! So when The Snug invited me to their Gin Masterclass, I couldn't wait for a gin-teresting evening:

Last Christmas, I headed to the English Spirit Company Distillery in Dullingham and learnt about all the spirits they create at the tiny Cambridgeshire distillery. It was fascinating so I was excited to revisit the topic of gin for another evening! 

For our gin masterclass, we got to taste five gins - Beefeater, Hendrick's, Adnam's Copper House, Bulldog and the Cambridge Distillery Gin. I had tried the first three gins before but it was a completely different experience trying them with a dash of water rather than mixer - it's a method I'd recommend to really taste a gin with no distractions. We started with the mainstream gins before moving to the more specialist (and expensive) gins. I was really excited to try the Cambridge Dry Gin as it's simply out of my price range and I wanted to try a top-end gin. However, my favourite was actually the Bulldog London Dry Gin, which was unlike any gin I've tried. It was delicious neat, which shows how good it is served with a mixer! However, I can't manage to track it down as my local Waitrose has stopped selling it - I need locate a bottle for my gin collection!

After we had tasted our fair share of gin, I definitely needed something to soak up the booze and The Snug promptly brought out some chicken wings. The Dante's Inferno wings really were super hot and since I'm a bit of a wuss when it comes to heat. my favourite were the Lemon and Pepper chicken bites. I love that you can choose a variety of heats, as well as either boneless or buffalo wings - perfect if anyone is picky about eating meat off the bone. 

I was seriously impressed with the range of gins and cocktails, as well as the knowledge of the staff, at The Snug and can't wait to head back - are you a gin fan? Which is your favourite?

Jess

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Revolucion de Cuba, Leeds

Revolucion de Cuba is one of the latest openings in Leeds, situated at the end of Call Lane  Seriously, Leeds always has something new and exciting happening! At the launch, we were treated to an evening packed full of rum and food, which gave me a great insight into the new bar.

Revolucion de Cuba is an off-shoot of Revolution Bars, and I'd had a taster of their style before as the second floor of the York Revolution is Cuban-themed with a huge rum menu. However, I love the idea of giving the Cuban theme a bar of their own and the previous bar Baracoa has been transformed into a gigantic, bright and spacious venue - it feels about twice the size!

On entry, we were split into three groups and asked to rotate round three 'stations,' each with a different activity and focus. I thought this was a great idea as I got to experience the knowledge, cocktails and food in an intimate way and really get a feel for the bar. First, we headed off to a rum masterclass, where our bartender took us through everything you might need to know about rum. I'm not a huge rum drinker so it was interesting to learn more about the spirit, as well as try some expensive rums. My favourite was the 8 Crillo Cacau, which has a totally unique biscuity-chocolate taste, unlike any rum I've ever tried.

We then moved on to make our own mojitos and I was really impressed with how easy it is to make mojitos. We simply muddled some mint, squeezed in lime, added ice and some rum. Then I mixed in the mint some more and topped up with soda. The result was really tasty with just a few ingredients, but I definitely wasn't a natural behind the bar! Although the process for a mojito is simple, I was so slow at muddling the mint, adding ice and topping up with soda - it certainly gave me serious respect for the skilled bartenders!

Finally, we got to try some of the delicious food on offer at Revolucion de Cuba. I used to eat at Revolution fairly regularly as a student, as it's great value for decent food, so I knew the food would be good quality. However, tapas is a tricky thing to get right in chains I find so I was seriously impressed with the dishes. I particularly loved the chunks of roasted chorizo covered in a wine and honey glaze; the sweet overtone balanced perfectly with the rich meaty spice of chorizo. I also thought the aubergine quesadillas were not only a great vegetarian option but a great dish in their own right.  From Monday to Thursday, three tapas dishes are just £13 which I think is great value for a meal, especially when accompanied by a couple of delicious cocktails.

I was seriously impressed with the enthusiasm and passion of the staff and I think Revolucion de Cuba is going to be a great addition to Call Lane for Leeds. It's fun, great value and with plenty of room for big gatherings. Have you tried it yet?

Jess

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A Week in Yorkshire

I like to say that I am an adopted Yorkshirewoman. No, I’m not actually from there, but after spending three years at university in York, I fell in love with God’s Own Country and my dream is to move to Leeds and work there. So when I’m From Yorkshire got in touch, I decided to overlook the fact that this isn’t technically quite true and share some of their products, alongside my most recent stay in Yorkshire:

Tshirts: Both from I'm From Yorkshire* Skirt: Primark. Jeans: American Eagle. Boots: Clarks

I spent the October half term in a beautiful holiday cottage from Sykes Cottages. I discovered Sykes Cottages thanks to my first bloggers’ holiday but their dog-friendly cottages are perfect for a UK break as a family. We always head to the Sykes website when we are looking for a UK cottage break and they have a huge range of options across the country. This time, we had a fantastic cottage called 1 Fell Side, located a few miles from Todmorden in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales with a stunning view of Stoodley Pike from our garden.

Our cottage was the perfect base for our week in Yorkshire. Stoodley Pike was either an extremely steep 25 minute climb or a slightly more sedate but longer walk to the top of the hill, resulting in stunning views of the surrounding area. We could also walk to Todmorden along the canals or drive further afield. We spent one day visiting Ilkley, a favourite of mine which I wanted to introduce my parents to. We treated ourselves to a couple of fat rascals from Bettys before heading to Friends of Ham for lunch, as they are now dog friendly - a huge bonus for us! We then wandered around Ilkley and the surrounding rivers before heading back with a very tired dog! 

Another day, we headed to Haworth, which I have wanted to visit for years. I love Jane Eyre and I was fascinated to visit 'Bronte Country.' The Bronte Parsonage Museum was fascinating but morbid, when you realise quite how many members of the Bronte family have died in the Parsonage, and I was excited to see the 'little books' which the Bronte sisters are known for - they really are miniscule! Finally, we had to visit the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, especially the poppies. We had missed the chance to see the poppies in London so we were glad to get the chance to see them in Yorkshire. They really are a stunning tribute to World War One and will be staying at the park until January.

Throughout the week, I couldn't resist wearing my I'm From Yorkshire tees. I love the Little Miss and Mr Yorkshire ranges, and picked out this L'il Miss Flippin Eck t-shirt* as soon as I spotted it. I've been feeling particularly clumsy recently and I think the Little Miss figure represents me rather accurately! I also couldn't resist the Eeh Bah Gum t-shirt* although, I have a confession - I have no idea what eeh bah gum actually means! Can any real Northeners help me out? I really like the fit and they are great quality; something I don't always expect from 'novelty' t-shirts. Coming up to Christmas, there are a brilliant gift idea for any Yorkshireman, woman or fan of Yorkshire!

Where are your favourite spots to visit in Yorkshire? Where should I go next?

Jess

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Do It Yourself Skincare

I do love a bit of a DIY and since I attended the Preloved Bloggers' event in Manchester, I've been converted to the wonders of creating beauty products yourself. Combining coconut oil with coffee grounds left my legs feeling the smoothest they've ever been and I now regularly repeat the trick - although I now use sugar rather than coffee grounds as it's easier to get hold of and less likely to ruin the drains! Today I wanted to share some other DIY skincare recipes and get messy in the kitchen:

Mira Showers wanted to show how easy it is to make quick skincare fixes from store cupboard ingredients and some water from the tap and Naz from Midas Touch Crafts designed some DIY recipes for me to try. First, I wanted to try a DIY Face Scrub, so I took some simple porridge oats and added some lemon juice and honey. I then mixed it with water and gave my face a scrub. Yes, it felt a little odd but it only cost about £1! Lemon juice is great for brightening and you can even add some cocoa powder for some colour.

I love making my own DIY Lip Scrub - sure, Lush is nice but, for me, it's so overpriced when you can just do it yourself. I use an old sample pot, wash it out and add some coconut oil - coconut oil really is the magic ingredient for all DIY skincare! I then like to mix in some brown sugar, which tastes delicious, and some honey for even more sweetness and its restorative properties. If you keep it in the fridge, it's sure to last and the coconut oil is a saviour during these cold, windy months. My Mum doesn't understand the point of lip scrubs, but I think they're key for leaving my lips feeling nourished and new.

It's really that quick and easy to make a DIY face scrub and lip scrub - these probably took me about five minutes and used ingredients which were already in my cupboard. Have you ever tried the DIY approach? What are your favourite DIY recipes?

*This post is in collaboration with Mira Showers and the Midas Touch Crafts*

Jess

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Shop In York

I've been meaning to write a guide to shopping in York for ages. As part of my internship in my hometown, I've been writing a lot of guides to Cambridge, Newmarket and Bury St Edmunds and although I will be using these to inspire some future local posts, I wanted to switch to a different part of the country to write something entirely new. York is sometimes overlooked as a shopping destination, as it is so close to the much larger and more commercial Leeds, but it really has some fantastic gems:

I love the Zatchels store on The Shambles and was lucky enough to attend its opening last year. It's a lovely little store, full of their gorgeous satchels and well worth a visit. They often have some brilliant instore promotions as well as lots of limited edition satchels and backpacks. The Shambles is always worth a visit as it is packed full of fascinating and unique shops - and it looks like Diagon Alley!

York Does Vintage regularly visits the city, bringing a huge array of vintage clothing, accessories and homeware. It's always a great event, offering new and exciting items each season and the next fair is on the 29th November - check out all the future dates here. I always find something at these fairs and I love rifling through the racks to find that perfect vintage gem. Bowler Vintage (formerly known as Purple Haze, if you're an oldie like me) is one of the permanent vintage shops in York and full of both vintage and replica clothing. You can browse their replica clothing online but you need to head into store on Fossgate to browse their vintage goodies.

If you want brands, Monks Cross is the place to go. It's full of loads of high street brands, from New Look to River Island, as well as lots of places to stop for coffee.There is a huge M&S Simply Food hall as well as Rodgers of York for all your furniture dreams. There's even a Thomas Holiday Superstore with thousands of holidays under one roof, if you want to get out of York for a weekend!

The Imaginarium is worth visiting just for the experience. The shop is full of all kinds of curiosities and is full of Victorian style treasures. It's full of Pinterest-worthy decorations, props and prints; for example, I absolutely love the glass potion bottles. It's part of the Yorkshire Soap Company, so it also smells gorgeous! Unfortunately, you can't take any photos inside so you'll have to go take a look for yourself... Opposite, you will find one of my favourite discoveries in York. For me, a day out shopping is as much about the food as the clothes and I can never spend the day in York without a trip to Mannion and Co. The deli board is a wonder and it's the first place I recommend to anyone visiting the city. If you want to read more, check out my review of the sausage roll and deli board.

I love finishing a day of shopping with something to drink from Evil Eye Lounge. The famous bar is known for its strong and unusual cocktails, as well as its interior including double beds on the second floor. Traditionally rumoured as 'Johnny Depp's favourite bar in England,' it's trendy enough for this statement to hold the ring of truth. Certainly, if Depp has ever tried any of these cocktails, he would be a fan - the huge list is sure to have something for everyone. Evil Eye are also less well known for their excellent hot chocolates, so if you don't fancy a cocktail, I love finishing off a day of shopping with a Candy Swamp, a hot chocolate full of actual Malteasers and Minstrels as well as marshmallows and cream - perfect for these Wintry days!

York is a brilliant shopping destination which, as I've mentioned, I feel is often overlooked. The independent shops are simply fantastic, there are always interesting pop-up fairs and markets and the city is full of hidden foodie gems. Where would you recommend in York?

*This post was written in collaboration with Rodgers of York*

Jess

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Red's True BBQ: Must Visit in Leeds

If anyone I know is heading to Leeds, I always recommend Red’s True BBQ, However, I realised that, although I normally end up in Red’s with my brother whenever I visit him, I haven’t actually reviewed it on my blog so today I wanted to talk about latest trip to the Headingley branch:

I love the motto of Red’s – “let there be meat.” On entry, you are presented with a ‘Meat Bible’ and can choose from a variety of delicious meat dishes. The portions are big, the meat is tender and the atmosphere is one of no-nonsense good food. To start, I chose the swine fries; I am obsessed with pulled pork and sweet potato fries, so I couldn't resist choosing this loaded fries dish, covered in smoked pork, grilled cheese, jalapeños and salsa. It was huge but delicious and bursting full of heat and flavour; the perfect start to my epic meal.

For my main, I couldn't opting for even more pulled pork and chose the Red's Pulled Pork. A huge pile of BBQ pulled pork came with slaw, cracklings and apple sauce. A little like other restaurants, you can choose either two 'humble' sides or one larger 'divine' side. I opted for the giant onion rings and fries; I particuarly love the huge onion rings which are super crispy and gigantic! It's one of my favourite meals at Red's as I love the combination of delicious pulled pork, crispy onion rings and sweet apple sauce.

Red's is definitely a restaurant which thoroughly deserves its place on the Guide to Leeds. Whilst not being typically Yorkshire, it shows what, for me, Leeds is all about - a great atmosphere, gigantic portions and giving London a run for its money in the quality stakes. It is a restaurant with a very clear branding, which I think is vital for success, as well as a business who evidently believes taste is king. 

Have you tried Red's True BBQ? Where else would you recommend to eat in Leeds?

Jess

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Fitness Friday: 5 Ways to Get Back on Track

Happy Fitness Friday! Since my brother headed back to uni, I have been struggling to motivate myself to work out and keep my exercise routine on track. I've also been swamped with work, blogging and the stress of applying for my first full-time job so I wanted to put together five ways to get back on track, both physically and mentally:

1. Take time for yourself

Sometimes it's important to take time for yourself, away from the stress of the world. I like to make a cup of tea and my current favourite is this blend from Strangeways Road Tea, a new opening in Cambridge. I particularly love this Ramsey Court blend, which is slightly smokey and full of flavour. I love nothing more than taking 15 minutes to make a cup of tea and catch up on emails or read a chapter of a book before I charge into the day ahead.

2. Little and often

If I’ve had a break from exercise, I am terrible at going back to the gym all guns blazing. Although this may seems like a great idea, I often overdo it, resulting in the need for another break which means my new gym routine immediately fails. I’ve discovered that easing myself back into exercise, perhaps just by starting with a short 15 minute run or half hour gym session, is much more effective in the long run than a killer two hour legs set.

3. Clear the fridge

Carbs are my weakness; give me bread, pasta, crackers, cake or biscuits and I simply can’t resist. However, if the food isn’t in the house, I am unlikely to head out to specifically buy something for my cravings, and instead find a healthier alternative. Therefore, I find the best way to eat healthier is simply to ensure I don’t have any naughty foods in the house.

4. Drink Water

I know I don’t drink enough water so perhaps if I keep mentioning it on my blog, I might start doing it myself! Keeping hydrated is so important and having a bottle of water by your side is going to give you a boost, as well as keeping you focused on that health kick. I personally love adding lemons and limes to my water to give it a citrus flavour – although this always results in comments about the appearance of my water bottle at work!

5. Get a Buddy

As I mentioned, I find it so much harder to stay motivated when I am only working out on my own. If I have promised a friend I will attend a class with them or have a gym session together, I am far more likely to go and do it. Luckily, I got chatting with some blogger buddies about this problem and Sarah from Salaco had the genius idea to create a blogger fitness challenge. Corinne, who I always rely on to inspire me to workout, has designed a #Fitmas Christmas Fitness Challenge to keep you motivated and get fit throughout December and I can't wait to get involved next month! It's going to be a great way to keep myself motivated and I'm excited to see how everyone enjoys the challenge.

What are your tips to stay on track? Will you be getting involved in #Fitmas?

Jess

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Pizza Express Autumn Menu

A few weeks ago I was invited to review the new Autumn menu from Pizza Express at the Newmarket branch, near Cambridge. I was really excited to get the opportunity to review something in my home-town as I’ve never had a blogging opportunity there before:

I find that all Pizza Express restaurants are clean, well-decorated and have a great variety of sizes of tables, perfect for two people to dine or twenty. I had browsed the new Autumn menu before our meal and I immediately knew what I wanted to try – the menu was full of some of my favourite things. To start, I was pleased to see that Calamari has made its way onto the menu as I absolutely love fried squid. It can be hard to get right in the UK, and I am very picky as a result of spending my summers since childhood eating fresh Calamari throughout Greece. However, I was pleasantly surprised with the Calamari at Pizza Express, they were slightly chewy but the batter was very good and the dip was delicious. I also thought the fried squid were well priced for a fish starter, at just £5.75, and they were an enjoyable start to the meal. They went really well with the Soave DOC I had chosen, a new Italian white wine added to the menu which was crisp and refreshing.

For my main course, I chose the Autunno pizza. If I could design my own pizza with any toppings, this would probably be the pizza I would choose; butternut squash, goat’s cheese, chorizo and plenty of chilli. It was delicious; full of heat which I love when the weather gets colder and on a light and crispy base. There were so many toppings on the pizza, every bite was slightly different and I wouldn’t hesitate to choose this pizza again. My friend Katt from What Katt Eats chose the Pennette Bolognese, which was also new to the Autumn menu, and she also really enjoyed her main meal. Thumbs up on the main courses!

The salted caramel profiteroles were my choice for dessert, accompanied by a mocha. I was feeling pretty full by this point and I always like that you can choose a smaller dessert and coffee in Pizza Express. I was really excited to try the profiteroles but unfortunately they were my least favourite dish of the night. I had envisaged traditional-style profiteroles, with salted caramel rather than chocolate smothered on top, but these were entirely encased in a very sweet caramel-flavoured exterior. They somehow just didn’t taste fresh and I think I should have chosen something less sweet to finish my meal, as it left me feeling a little stodgy and full of sugar. If you have a sweet tooth, these would be a perfect dessert but they just weren’t for me.

The waiter was obviously fascinated about blogging and I actually headed back to Pizza Express the following day, thanks to a birthday voucher I had received entitling me to a free bottle of prosecco – sign up to their newsletter if you haven’t already! It was great to see that everyone was being treated with the same level of service as I had received the night before and I was happy to get to answer a few questions the staff wanted to know about the crazy world of blogging. Overall, I was really impressed with Pizza Express and their new Autumn menu; there are an impressive range of new dishes and drinks and each one has clearly been designed over a long and careful process to create creative dishes full of flavour. 

Have you tried the new Autumn menu at Pizza Express yet?

Jess

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