This place is absolutely magical. It makes you feel like you're in another world. So peaceful, so…read morecolourful. Staff are very friendly. Highly recommended place to visit, definitely a local gem.

I popped into The Corner Room (formerly The Other Place Bistro) whilst on a long overdue Allerton…read moreRoad recce for a leisurely cup of coffee and was very glad I did. The patio is still there which was a bonus as the sun was cracking the flags and the latte I ordered was just right. The service was friendly and fast and the atmosphere really pleasant. Also I should add that I was really impressed with the cleanliness of the customer toilet; so often in these small cafe type places the toilets are not particularly salubrious but the Corner Room's little convenience was clean, tidy and fragrant. I will definitely be heading to The Corner Rooms again when on my next jaunt to Allerton Rd.

Myself and 2 friends visited Froyo&Joe last week (after absolutely loving the Yog Bar in Hoylake)…read moreand unfortunately we were very disappointed. We walked in and the décor seemed unfinished, very bare and empty. We walked up to the counter and, even though there were 2 girls, one was serving and one just stood there when there was 3 people waiting in the queue. The frozen yogurt choices aren't posted on their menu board so you have to ask what flavours are - this is no problem for an empty shop but when there are people waiting it does waste time, especially as many people like to decide when they are waiting rather than being put on the spot. The fro-yo itself seemed lumpy and not the same texture as the one we had at the Yog Bar. The chocolate buttons we had tasted off, the sauces that were advertised on the board 'weren't available as they didn't know how to work the machine' - nor were there any other sort of sauce as a replacement - and the toppings were so small it didn't seem worth the money. I was also rather disappointed that the initial cost didn't include at least one topping, instead I paid £3.45 for a medium tub and 40p for 2 toppings (it's 50p for every topping after that). The serving spoon for toppings was white plastic picnic desert spoons which don't hold much, meaning you would be lucky if you got more than half a cookie as a topping. We understand it is a new business to the area so please take this as constructive criticism (and we will re-visit in a few months) but Froyo&Joe didn't appear to be ready to be opened based on the service, shop front and product we received.

Rubbish flavours, cant even see them on the board to know what to ask for. Very, very rude staff…read more Laughing in our faces because the flavours where rubbish. Off to the yog bar in Hoylake. At least we get good service!!!

My parents always speak of the great outdoors and the satisfaction of all things simple. Life in…read morethe country for example... growing your own food, having your own cattle and poultry. The idea is definitely intriguing, there is great appeal in growing your own food for sure. I am too much of an urbanite however. I love the buzz of the city and the idea of being surrounded by a dense population. That's not to say I don't enjoy the serenity of the outdoors. Perhaps one day I will get the bug, for now I will stick to occasional visits to farm shops such as Claremont. It is refreshing and reassuring to know that this family owned farm has been in the family for a few generations. The expertise of yielding what our wee mother earth has to offer have no doubt been passed down from generation to generation. There is nothing better tasting than fresh organic vegetables out the soil. Luckily for us they stock a good supply of vegetables such as asparagus, beetroot, carrots, rhubarb and potatoes all year round. Obviously being a farm shop it has your locally sourced meat, fish and seafood treats including roll-mop herring, smoked salmon and smoked trout. Claremont also stock some decent king-size Yorkshire puddings. (Not my cup of tea but oh well) As well as all these traditional farm shop offerings there is also good range of specialty foods which include Greek-style nibbles that feature peppers stuffed with feta, stuffed vine leaves (dolmades) and olives. Those with a mice like love for cheese will like the gourmet biscuits and Snowdonia Cheese Company cheeses will be perfect with Mrs Darlington's chutneys. I love farm shops with a passion and if you haven't been here I invite you to start your journey of love with farm shops. It will have you coming back for more.

There is absolutely everything going on at Claremont Farm. First the shop, then Claremont Kitchen,…read moresupply of fruit and vegetables to restaurants in Liverpool, Wirral and Chester and fresh food outlets in the North West, Welly Walk events, cookery master classes, pick your own, school events and fishing. I am sure I have probably missed something! I haven't tried them yet but I particularly like the sound of Claremont Kitchen and their workshops. There are a few events coming up, including Just Bread - a full day course (9.30am - 4.00 pm) devoted entirely to bread making, ranging from basic loaves and individual seeded rolls to enriched doughs, flat breads and fougasse. Also includes the perfect bread and pudding! They also have loads more coming up - wow wee! I love it!