The William Sansom Society The inaugural meeting of The William Sansom Society was held in the garden yesterday.
Unreal Bellews Over the years there have been plenty of posts about Bellew family history. Today I will introduce you to a fictional Bellew.
In the Pink The thermometer has been nudging 30C this week in London. The question is what to drink to cool down? The answer is Mateus Rosé.
Instant Whip I have been making stinging aiolis for more than twenty years so I’ve got the hang of it.
Weep No More I was warned not to read the second volume of Barbara Skelton’s memoirs – I’m glad I disobeyed orders.
England Winners In 1966 a stamp cost 4d or in decimal currency 1p. Today it costs 85p for a First Class stamp.
2001, An Odyssey I started this website in July 2015 when my job in the City came to an end. Hitherto my writing had been restricted to thank you letters and I thought I’d like to extend my range.
On Parade The League of Gentlemen, released in 1960, is a low budget, black and white, heist, comedy caper.