Hi, I’m Yvonne aka Granny Apples and thanks for stopping by! Here’s a bit about me and the backstory behind my blog. I’ve lived in Cambridge for over 35 years now, and after a working life spent in libraries I’m thoroughly enjoying retirement and the opportunity to pursue one of my hobbies as a food and travel blogger.
I love eating out, – whether it’s street food or fine dining, and everything in-between, so I am gradually working my way around the 500+ restaurants in Cambridge and reviewing any which I am happy to recommend on my blog.
In addition to reviews of Cambridge eateries, I also blog about places I visit when traveling at home and abroad with my partner Steve in his iconic VW camper van.
Why Granny Apples? I have four grandchildren and I was named Granny Apples by the eldest one Sam, twenty years ago, simply because I do have apple trees in my back garden. Cute story I know but it is true!
Why write a blog? I am just a regular customer who is fortunate to eat out two or three times most weeks, and I seek every opportunity to try new places, so a blog gives me a platform to share the experience. I started writing my blog when I retired because friends often ask me for advice about where to eat for special occasions, and are interested in my opinion and obtaining feedback on places I’ve visited.
Traditional Afternoon Teas are of special interest to me and I’m on a mission to find one with the best content which is also excellent value for money, as I find the standard varies enormously, and it’s not always the case that the most expensive one is the best!
A quirky fact about Granny Apples! Knitting is another hobby which I’m passionate about and I am currently working on a large donation of Twiddlemuffs for dementia patients in the care of the East of England Ambulance Service.
IMPORTANT information, – I blog for pleasure and not for financial gain, but simply because I enjoy writing. My reviews and opinions are therefore totally personal and this blog Taste with Granny Apples is independent and unsponsored. I hope you enjoy reading it and sharing my food and travel experiences.
Contact information: grannyapples@live.co.uk
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Hi Granny Apples! Thank you for visiting and following HoB. Much appreciated!
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Hey Granny Apples,
I really liked your blog and have nominated you for Sunshine Blogger Award. Congratulations! You can check out this link for questions:
https://foodeezjunction.com/2016/04/18/sunshine-blogger-award/
Thanks,
Sara
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Hi Sara
Thanks for this. I will check it out later, Best Yvonne aka Granny Apples
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You’re welcome 🙂 You deserved it!
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[…] Who is Granny Apples? An update: February 2017 […]
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Thanks for following my posts, Granny Apples!
From Grandma Pond- yes, you may ask!
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Hi Grandma Pond – what’s the story?
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My -real – (gasp!) – surname is ‘Bond’ and b’s and p’s get a bit mixed up. I think it makes me sound like a newt, or maybe a salamander thingy. I called my grandmother ‘Gaga’ and then all the grand-children copied me. And that was before the trendy Lady G.
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Love the story!
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Sehr gut. Wolfgang
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Always a joy to stop by and share special moments. We are on a grand journey. We may be on opposite sides of the world, but I know that we are walking the same pathway!
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This is so true!
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