COOL PLACES; HIIT KITCHEN, St. Alban's (x Zachary Ekpe Photography)

All photos are by moi.

Rob (left) & Kris (right)

5/6 weeks ago I was introduced to a new business in Hertfordshire's St. Alban's (25 mins by train from London - St Pancreas International). A funky, fitness bar/cafe called 'HIIT Kitchen' started by Rob Ashman and Kris Tyrell, specialising in healthy, snacks and juices for fitness fans and everyone else.

The lads are about the same age as myself which I love to see and they've succeeded in creating a cool looking place that appeals to everyone at the same time as a specific demographic.

They've since opened and have enjoyed a great start to business! They had me in again yesterday and here are some of the photos I took to help boost their online presence.

Like other locals businesses I've seen birthed in trendy parts of London and it's trendy suburbs this one has bags of potential and you should 100% pop in to try some of their amaaaazing products - you'll be welcomed by an awesome staff and vibe!

Contact

HIIT Kitchen Facebook Page

www.hiitkitchen.co.uk (coming soon)

HIIT Kitchen Insta (soon to be featuring a number of my shots)

Contacte-moi - Facebook - Zachary Ekpe - @zachekpe (Instagram) - zacharyekpe@gmail.com - for bookings & enquiries.

COOL PLACES; ZERO - The UK's Best Sushi Bar?

I must confess, I have an extremely addictive personality - once I find something I like, I tend to stick with it. I mention this because over the last few months I've found myself lunching at the same place daily. The subject of my addiction on this occasion is the Japanese-inspired ZERO juice and sushi bar, found on Lower Kings Road in the heart of Berkhamsted.

It must have been back in November when my boss advised me to try the Chicken Katsu Curry for just £5 from 'the sushi bar close to the Waitrose entrance' and I loved it so much so that I'm blogging about it four months down the line.

They specialise in a Japanese-styled cuisine, serving up wholesome portions for veggies and non-veggies alike. All ingredients are natural and every meal is made in front of the buyer's eye. Have a look at the menu below. They also stock healthy vegan-friendly snacks which means no one's left out- from Kamikaze Wings to Sashimi, they've got it all. The sushi bar is open every day of the week from 9-5 and is super affordable.

The owner Louis Belson, a local lad, spends everyday on the frontline of his business tending the empty stomachs of the 'Berkhamsted massive'. Business has been booming for Louis, so much so,  that a second store was recently opened in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, with a third still in the pipeline. The third is set to become the first Restaraunt in the chain, diverting away from the current lunchtime focused theme.

Support your local business and get down to ZERO as soon as you can, you WON'T regret it. Here are some photos...

You can find ZERO online at www.zerosushi.co.uk, on Facebook by searching 'Zero' as well as on Twitter... @ZeroJuiceSushi.. Have a blessed day and stay tuned for more essential life updates/tips.