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Local Spotlight on Shwen Shwen: Sevenoaks' vibrant new restaurant from Sierra Leonian chef, Maria Bradford
The beginning of June saw the opening of Shwen Shwen in Sevenoaks - the sophisticated debut restaurant from award-winning author and chef, Maria Bradford.
Bringing the bold and vibrant flavours of Sierra Leone to this historic corner of Kent, Shwen Shwen sets out to redefine fine dining with Maria’s distinctive take on Afro-fusion cuisine, whilst celebrating the culture and heritage of West Africa.
We chatted to Maria about what guests can expect from a dining experience at

Girl About Kent
Jul 1


Glamping in Kent: Where to stay for a unique outdoor getaway
Discover the best spots for Glamping in Kent with our travel blog. Explore unique stays from safari tents to church camping for a perfect outdoor getaway.

Girl About Kent
Jun 28


Review: A fun family day out at Knockhatch Adventure Park
Located just outside of Hailsham in East Sussex, Knockhatch has a huge variety of indoor and outdoor activities on offer. From adventure playgrounds and water rides, through to immersive experiences and animal encounters, read our full review to find out why Knockhatch is the ideal destination for a fun, family day out.

Katy Mason
Jun 10


Our May Highlights - Inspiration for what to do in Kent
From Michelin Guide tasting menus to literary festivals; cookery classes to animal encounters, here’s a look at what we got up to in May...

Girl About Kent
Jun 5


Local Spotlight on Tunbridge Wells Fringe Festival: A celebration of art, culture and community
With the fifth Tunbridge Wells Fringe Festival just around the corner, we chat to founder Debbie King about the event's success and what we expect from this year's programme.

Girl About Kent
Jun 3


Review: The Counter in Tunbridge Wells
Sampling their eight-course tasting menu, Kirsty and I visited Tunbridge Wells' hottest new fine dining spot, The Counter. Find out if this modern culinary experience lived up to the hype...

Katy Mason
May 23
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