Darkness Falls from the Air

It’s hard to know where to start. It’s gratifying when Bertie eliminates something solid close to a bin. It is less pleasing when I climb thirty-six stairs to bed with a PG Wodehouse and find I read Spring Fever recently.

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.

Until It Matters

Nothing matters until it matters. This is especially true about climate change.