Katy Pearson

England

Editor at Essex Living Magazine

Journalist and Blogger at Freelance

Managing editor of many magazines. Boy mama in red lippy & pearls

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Articles

‘An intimate six storey hotel, right in the heart of London’s South Bank’

3 weeks ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

The South Bank is at the heart of London’s cultural scene. Beside the River Thames, there's the Southbank Centre, National Theatre, and BFI film theatre... all world-class arts venues. The riverside walkway is lined with trees, restaurants and historic pubs. The perfect spot then, for a date night in the capital. Especially when, right in the middle of all this, is the very beautiful five star Bankside.
New afternoon tea experiences in Kensington and Belgravia

1 month ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

Afternoon teas with a twist in both Kensington and Belgravia and a foodie first for Savile Row... The Art of Afternoon Tea, South Kensington The Kensington has elevated afternoon tea into a true artform with a new expressionist experience like no other.
Short break: Down Hall Hotel and Spa, Hatfield Heath, Essex

1 month ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

Down Hall Hotel & Spa is the absolute epitome of country house grandeur. Set in 110 acres of woodland is combines luxury spa treatments and seasonal food with muddy walks (wellies provided) and roaring fires. It’s the perfect destination for a grown-up getaway. But what if you need to take the kid(s) with you? Well, though you may not have thought it, this Grade II Italianate mansion can actually be an idyllic escape for the whole family.
Designer Whinnie Williams on how to reboot your bedroom

1 month ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

One of the biggest home comforts is your bedroom, and with snuggle season in full swing, a boutique-style space brings a sense of luxe to weekend lie-ins and early nights. So, if you’re recharging your batteries, there’s no better time to declutter, reorganise and up your décor to create a calm and cohesive environment for the year ahead.
GD Harper on how Kent may have inspired Shakespeare

1 month ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

In his latest historical novel, GD Harper reveals the considerable part that Kent played in shaping William Shakespeare, and wonders if the Bard was inspired by a terrible crime in Faversham. In October 2021, I was in Canterbury doing some research for my novel, The Maids of Biddenden, the story of Kent's 12th-century conjoined twins, when I came across an antiquarian bookshop.
Jason Donovan on his new national tour: Doin’ Fine 25

2 months ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

It’s been 36 years since Jason Donovan released his first single, the No.5-charting Nothing Can Divide Us. Already a star through his role as Scott Robinson in Neighbours, he followed this hit up with a string of successful releases, including the Kylie Minogue duet Especially For You, and the chart-topping Too Many Broken Hearts and Sealed With A Kiss. Now he's on his way to Southend (again!) on his Doin’ Fine 25 tour and he's rather looking forward to seeing the sea...
Restaurants to try in Marylebone, London Bridge and Herne Hill

2 months ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

Bottomless roasties in Marylebone, après ski vibes in London Bridge and fusion flavours in Herne Hill... Bottomless roasties Bottomless brunches have become quite the thing of late. Free-flowing Prosecco, Champagne, cocktails... but what about bottomless roast potatoes?! Well, settle into the plush surroundings of 108 Brasserie, nestled within 5* The Marylebone Hotel and experience just that.
Restaurant review: Mila's, Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex

2 months ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

There are many reasons why Leigh-on-Sea has been (repeatedly!) named one of happiest places to live in the UK. But the town's food scene is definitely a big part of it. Because if there's one thing Leigh-on-Sea is not short of, it's an eatery. With independent coffee shops galore, quirky cafes and buzz bars, the Broadway is a primetime spot for restaurateurs. Which is exactly what Tom Davis, owner of Mila's, thought last summer.
Comedian and writer Lucy Porter is coming to Southend

2 months ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

Guilt is one of comedian and writer Lucy Porter’s top five hobbies along with making bread and doing jigsaws as she reveals in her new tour No Regrets, which hits Southend... How would you describe the new show? It’s a romp through some of the more shameful and silly things I’ve done. It’s yet another stage in my ongoing midlife crisis, which luckily a lot of my audience seems to be going through with me. It’s great fun for people leaving behind their partying days for caravanning and jigsaws.
Food review: The Windmill Chatham Green, Essex

2 months ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Katy Pearson

One of the most noticeable changes to Essex's foodie scene in the years post-pandemic has got to be the rise of the tasting menu. Once something of a novel rarity, these menus (usually five courses or more with each dish smaller than a conventional main course) are something now that even the most occasional of diner is more than a little au fait with.