Fresh from her BA in Linguistics and MA in Media & Journalism,
Scarlett became an Editorial Assistant at DesignMyNight in 2023 -
moving to London following years of studying and working in
hospitality across Newcastle and Kent.
A keen cook with an interest in mixology (and garlic bread,
of course), she turned these passions into freelance writing
for North-East entertainment and culture magazine, The Crack, and
voluntary roles as Food & Drink Sub-Editor and Senior Editor at Newcastle
University newspaper, The Courier.
My idea of a great night out always involves cocktails, and I'd heard that The Lucky Pig does some of the best
around. And when I found out that they...
Belfast's first Chinese restaurant
opened in 1960, allegedly run by a Special Forces soldier and
his wife from Hong Kong, who he liberated from Japanese occupation
during World War II. This...
Though it may not be one of the main
cuisines associated with Northern Ireland, Mexican food is steadily
gaining popularity across Belfast. And whether you're craving
burritos packed full of...
This city is full of great places to
eat, and the culinary scene never stops growing. From award-winning
pizza joints popping up in the city centre to scrumptious Indian restaurants...
One of the best cities in the UK for
great food and drink, it's no secret that Glasgow has a lot going
for it in the restaurant department. We're already...
From being named a UNESCO City of
Music to inventing chicken tikka masala, Glasgow has
made some pretty big cultural contributions over the years. There's
a huge amount of art and...
Influenced by Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and Central
Asian cooking, Turkish food offers a
unique mix of flavours that you just can't beat. Whether it's
kebabs packed with flavour, charcoal-grilled meats or...
Though dining out in Scotland might not
quite be the same as sitting in a beachside taverna, there's no
reason why the food shouldn't be just as good. There are...
While the North East might not quite
have the weather of a Greek Island, that doesn't mean you can't
dine like you're on one. Kebabs are certainly just as popular...
Chinese cuisine has always been a
favourite in the North East, whether you're into a traditional
spread or a more Westernised meal of salt and pepper chicken with
chips. With...
It's always fun to be a tourist in your own city, but what's
less appealing is the long tube journey home after a day out in
Central London. This is...
Though the North East of England may be
a long way from South East Asia, that doesn't mean you can't sample
some of its finest food. This city is filled...
