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.

Freedom Day

Yesterday was “Freedom Day” in England. (They do it differently in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland so their administrations can feel free.)

Weep No More

I was warned not to read the second volume of Barbara Skelton’s memoirs – I’m glad I disobeyed orders.

Glass War

Two examples of dirty tricks targeting foreign powers in the 21st and 17th centuries.

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.

Luna

The elephants in the Green Park have company. I saw Luna this week.

65 Years On

I would very much like to see the 1956 version of Around the World in 80 Days in a cinema with a big screen.

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.