Cleaves and Macy share updates on how two blind people connected over a podcast. Whether its travelling, playing music, going out or simply staying in and (trying to) cook fresh things for someone that has nearly every allergy in the book, this podcast takes at look at what happens when two blind people from different sides of the world come together.Macy and Cleaves give regular updates on new songs written at jam sessions, restaurants and experiences suitable (or unsuitable) for disabled people and the complexities of being together as two people with a disability.Macy hailing from Salt Lake Utah in the USA and Cleaves from Nottingham England, the two deal not only with disabilities but the culture clash of a couple from different sides of the earth.

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Resident chef Macy of the Blinds Abroad Gluten Free Cooking School treats the English listeners to a recipe for American biscuits, not to be confused with English biscuits or cookies, In this gluten free cooking demsonstration, you can follow this simple recipe on how to make delicious dumplings, either sweet or savroury, to accompany a wide variety of meals.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

How To Make Gluten Free American Biscuits

Blinds Abroad Macy makes gluten free dumplings, a.k.a. American buscuits for anyone with a gluten free allergy. This follow along video gives a simple recipe on how to whip up this delicious side dish.

Episode 060 - BAGFCS: American Biscuits

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In yet another effort to escape the seaside rain, Macy and Cleaves of Blinds Abroad head to the Three Monkeys bar in the seaside town of Skegness on the East Coast for some food. This sports bar serves up an array of bar food but is it any good, and is the bar accessible for blind and disabled people? The visually impaired duo review this sports pub to find out if its worth a visit.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Episode 059 - BAPV: Three Monkeys Bar

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Macy heads out alone this week on route well practiced. In this episode of Blinds Abroad travel Macy covers a local route and gets attacked by trees!Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: htts://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Blind Person Walking a Route

Macy from Blinds Abroad walks a route by herself for the first time using a cane.

Episode 058 - BAT: Macy's First Walk

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While at the sea side, the Blinds Abroad crew grabbed some food at the Hollywood Bar &amp; Diner in Ingoldmells, situated on the East Coast of England. Find out if this sea side bar is worth a visit for the food alone or if it is simply just a place to shelter from the typical English rainy seaside weather. In this pub visit, Macy and Cleaves review the pub grub, drinks and accessibility.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Ingoldmells Hollywood Bar and Diner Review

Blinds Abroad do a restaurant review of the pub the Hollywood bar and diner in Ingoldmells for food, accessibility and ambience.

Episode 057 - BAPV: Hollywood Bar & Diner

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Macy and Cleaves head to the seaside this week with a trip to Skegness, Ingoldmells and Sutton-On-Sea and typical British fashion, it rained. This didn&#39;t stop the Blinds Abroad duo from having a good time though! With treks around Fantasy Island, the Skegness pier and and several bars and restaurants along the way, the disabled duo show what its like to be visually impaired by the sea side.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Blinds Abroad go to the Seaside

Visually impaired couple Macy and Cleaves take a trip to the British Sea Side to see the cold North Sea and indulge in some sea side pleasures.

Episode 056 - BAT: Ingoldmells and Skegness

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Blinds Abroad are going American this week to Hickory&#39;s Smokehouse in Gamston on the edge of Nottingham. As part of a birthday meal, the visually impaired duo indulge in slow cooked barbecue brisket, pulled pork and other gluten free delights. On top of this meaty feast, Blinds Abroad discuss accessibility and allergens and birthday doughnuts and freak shakes!Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Hickorys Smoke House Restaurnat Review

Macy and Cleaves review Hickory&#39;s Smokehouse, and American BBQ restaurant situated in gamston just outside of Nottingham. The restaurant review covers, food, allergens and accessibility.

Episode 055 - BARR: Hickory's Smokehouse

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Macy and Cleaves jam some new songs in this Blinds Abroad Band Practice. Catch clips of the disabled duo playing guitar a nd drums and rocking out in their practice space. Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Macy and Cleaves practice new songs

Cleaves and Macy from Blinds Abroad practice new songs for their as yet untitled band.

Episode 054 - BABP: Practice 2

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Macy and Cleaves go for gluten-free burgers this week and Fat Hippo in Nottingham. With a selection of wild and wonderful burgers, this burger bar also offers all of their burgers in an allergen free bun so is great for those with food allergies. The Blinds Abroad duo review the food, atmosphere and as usual, the accessibility so you can get a good idea if you are disabled person if this is a restaurant that is worth your time.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Fat Hippo Burger Restaurant Review

Blinds Abroad give a review of the Fat Hippo Burger Restaurant and whether it is accesible for disabled people and if the allergen free food is delicious or disastrous.

Episode 053 - BARR: Fat Hippo

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Chef Macy of the Blinds Abroad Gluten Free Cooking School is back with gluten free pancakes. While not suitable for vegans, these pancakes are otherwise allergen free and so easy to make. The Blind chef shows how to make the gluren free batter and cook rustic pancakes.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Gluten Free Pancake Recipe

A follow along recipe from blind chef Macy of Blinds Abroad. This week is a gluten free, easy to make, follow alonig pancake recipe.

Episode 052 - BAGFCS: Pancakes

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Bella Bella Blinds Abroad! But is Bella Italia any good? Hoping for redemption after Cleaves&#39;s previous visit, the Blinds Abroad duo take a trip to this Italian chain restaurant for lasagne and gluten free pasta and garlic bread. Find out whether this restaurant is suitable for disable people and those with allergens and if the service is up to scratch.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Bella Italia Restaurant Review

Cleaves and Macy give an accessible review of the Italian chain restaurant Bella Italia

Episode 051 - BARR: Bella Italia

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Cleaves and Macy take a sppoky detour on their way back from the Miller &amp; Carter steak house. While walking back from Wollaton to Nottingham, the Blinds Abroad due navigate big fat trees, hills and gravestones in this visualy impaired travel episode.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Blinds Abroad Walk Through the Graveyard

Blinds Abroad navigate their way back from Wollaton to Nottingham city centre with a brief detour through Canning Cemetery.

Episode 050 - BAT: Cemetery Walk

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Steak is on the menu this week for a Blinds Abroad Restaurant Review of Miller &amp; Carter in Wollaton on the edge of Nottingham. in this review, Macy and Cleaves talk non-vegan, gluten free food, service and accessibility for this award winning steak house. Find out whether its worth a visit in this week&#39;s review.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Miller and Carter Restaurant Review Wollaton

Macy and Cleaves of Blinds Abroad review the steak restaurant &#39;Miller &amp; Carter&#39; in Wollaton, Nottingham. The review covers food, service and accessibility for those people with a disability.

Episode 049 - Miller & Carter

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Macy&#39;s gluten free cooking school returns with a chocolate banana cake. Find the recipe on youtube for a delicious banana bread cake with chocolate frosted centre. Allergen free and suitable for vegans this cake is a delectrable dessert for any party.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Macy of Blinds Abroad shows off a vegan, allergen free recipe for a banan cake that can be made by blind and disabled people.

Episode 048 - BAGFCS: Banana Cake

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Find out whether there&#39;s mush room for inprovement with this week&#39;s Blinds Abroad Restaurant Review. This chilled out Italian restaurant gets the accessible review treatment with everything from the food, service and suitability for disabiled people reviewed. Cleaves and Macy are also joined by memers of Cleaves&#39;s family for pasta dinner.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Portobello Nottingham Italian Restaurant Review

Portobello in Carlton Nottingham gets a Blinds Abroad review. Find out if the pasta is up to scratch and if this place is a great hangout for someone with a disability.

Episode 047 - BARR: Portobello

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Macy may not be cooking this week but she gives a rundown of some the more delicious gluten free snacks available for eating. Including gluten free cakes and chocolate, Cleaves also reviews Macy&#39;s choice in gluten and soy free snacks.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Gluten Free Snakc Options

Macy and Cleaves of Blinds Abroad review some of Co-op&#39;s gluten free and milk free snack offerings.

Episode 046 - BAGFCS: Snack Rundown

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As part of their trip to Bakewell in the Peak District of Derbyshire. Macy and Cleaves venture to the Thornbridge Brewery and Tap Room for some pizza. With the Tap Room serving a selection of gluten free pizzas, this was ideal for those with allergies that also want to enjoy their beer. The visually impaired team talk everything food, drink and accessibility in this Blinds Abroad Pub Visit.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Thornbridge Brewery Pub Review

Blinds Abroad couple Macy and Cleaves give an accessible review of the food and beer at Thornbridge Brewery in Bakewell in the Peak District of Derby.

Episode 045 - BAPV: Thornbridge Brewery & Tap Room

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Cleaves and Macy head to Derbyshire this week to the village of Bakewill. Famed for its tarts, quant village and country walks, the Blinds Abroad share their time spent sharing a cottage with friends. Macy also took part in a 25k walk while Cleaves visited Thornbridge but at least took part in a training walk.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Blinds Abroad Bakewell Peak Distric Ultra Challenge

Macy and Cleaves head to Bakewell where Macy takes on a 25km walk around the countryside

Episode 044 - BAT: Bakewell

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Blinds Abroad is back with pizza and beer this week with a trip to Nottingham&#39;s Slice N Brew, renown for its great pizza and craft beer but does it stack up? Cleaves and Macy bring this accessible review and find out whether this place is great for disabled people and those with allergies with Macy ordering a gluten free pizza.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Slice N Brew Nottingham Restaurant Review

Blinds Abroad duo Cleaves and Macy are back with a restaurant review of Slice N Brew, Nottingham&#39;s premier pizza joint. In this episode, find out if the gluten free options stack up and if it&#39;s accessible for disabled people.

Episode 043 - BARR: Slice N Brew

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Cleaves and Macy do an unbagging of a doggy treat bag this week. Supplied by Bradda Pets, this delicious treat bag is great for trating guide dogs or just regular pets. Complete with dog treats, lead clips and even gluten free snacks, this is a great way to give something to your pet.Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Treat Bags for Guide Dogs

The Blinds Abroad duo bring you the Bradda Pets treat bag, perfect for guide dogs and poet owners wanting to treat their dog.

Episode 042 - BARP: Doggy Treat Bag

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Macy and Cleaves have been travelling the restaurants of Nottingham again and this time it&#39;s the turn of Indian restaurant Noor Jahan. The Blinds Abroad due chomp their way through a review of one the best value Indian restaurants in the midlands and let you know how accessible it is for blind and disabled people, its a Blinds Abroad Restaurant Review!Remember to rate, reiview, like and subscribe:Join Cleaves and Macy on Blinds Abroad socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Blinds-Abroad/61587665844615/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindsabroad/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrBe3caMbpLJS5OrBXfT0egTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blinds.abroadX: https://x.com/blindsabroadEmail: blindsabroad@gmail.comWebsite: https://blindsabroad.wordpress.com/

Noor Jahan indian Restaurant Review

Blind people Macy and Cleaves visit Noor Jahan, an Indian restaurant to find out how accessible it is for blind people and sample some tasty cuisine!

Episode 041 - BARR: Noor Jahan

Holidays for Blind and Visually Impaired People

Macy and Cleaves, two blind people from America and England come together and try to figure out life as two disabled people. Whether its music, going out or simple household tasks, join the journey as two cultures collide.