Unreal Bellews

Over the years there have been plenty of posts about Bellew family history. Today I will introduce you to a fictional Bellew.

A Strip Show

Directed by Joseph Losey, script by Harold Pinter, starring Terence Stamp and Dirk Bogarde; it’s such a great film you could see it twice – and I have; Modesty Blaise.

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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.