Blending bold Asian flavours with creative culinary twists, stunning cocktails and a funky interior Hachiko has quickly become one of Tunbridge Wells’ go-to hospitality hotspots.Eileen Leahy picks up her chopsticks and dives in to discover the delicious bites on offer… It’s a Friday night in early May when my husband and I arrive at Hachiko….
With its Michelin Guide and AA Rosette recognition and adventurous seasonal tasting menus, Bowleys has become one of the county’s most exciting dining destinations. Eileen Leahy pays it a visit… It’s not every day you receive an invitation to dine at a Michelin Guide approved and AA Rosette restaurant. But that’s exactly how my husband…
Spring isn’t just for blossoms – it’s also for bubbles! From Crémant, Champagne and Cava to two top local sparkling wines, Drinks Editor James Viner selects seven standout bottles for longer, warmer days… Spring has arrived which means it’s time for some uplifting, finely tuned fizz! Cool climates like ours, where grapes (high in acidity and not…
From trainee solicitor to co-leader of CooperBurnett, Victoria Sampson has had a remarkable career. As she celebrates her 30th anniversary at the esteemed law firm she tells Eileen Leahy about leadership, loyalty and legacy making… Victoria Sampson, co-leader of CooperBurnett LLP, celebrates a major career milestone on April 23rd this year: 30 years at the…
From bespoke handmade interiors to full vehicle transformations, LUCARI is redefining the iconic Land Rover Defender. Founder Steve Leadbeter tells Eileen Leahy how expert craftsmanship, creativity and pure passion have driven his business from a teenage start-up to an internationally recognised brand… LUCARI SOLUTIONS was founded by entrepreneur Steve Leadbeter in 2011 when he was…
Jamie Dixon is the founder of VAYRO, an AI-native management company which aims to help businesses succeed in this new digital age by giving them clarity, structure and a practical route forward. Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine finds out more… VAYRO positions itself as an ‘AI native’ management company. Can you explain what this means?Being AI…
Sophie Forrest-Lavery tells Eileen Leahy about what her specialist HR consultancy business, Forrest Group offers – and reveals how a 75-day lifestyle reset programme has transformed her both professionally and personally… It’s a chilly and fairly overcast morning in March when I meet Sophie Forrest-Lavery, founder of Forrest Group, for our interview and photo shoot….
Studio Notes is a new quarterly series which sees Charlotte Morgan, Creative Director at Trowbridge Gallery London, exploring the latest interiors trends and sharing how art, such as Trowbridge’s – which is made in their Crowborough studio – can work beautifully within your home… In my new series of columns for Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine…
With spring finally here our Drinks Editor James Viner selects eight beautiful bottles under £15 that capture the season’s fresh, vibrant mood, for the tables of Tunbridge Wells… On 20 March, the vernal equinox marks the start of astronomical spring. ‘Budbreak’ or ‘budburst’ in the vineyard is subtle but decisive, signifying the grapevine’s awakening from winter dormancy…
Rachel Reeves’ latest Spring Statement was announced on March 3rd. It was deemed to be a ‘low-key’ one that focused on economic stability instead of spending measures or new tax announcements. So with global uncertainty growing exponentially and growth forecasts downgraded by the Office for Budget Responsibility, what do our experts think of her economic…
