Does apple pie come from England or the US?
There is a saying in America, “as American as an apple pie” when describing something that is typically American. This…
An Apple variety that even has a Twitter account
No, I do not mean the technology company, or the apple on the featured image (the latter will be discussed…
Where can you find a Wyvern, a Patagonian foot and a Plunge pool?
I don’t know about you, but as far as I am concerned, I prefer châteaus and stately homes to fortresses…
How The Curry Got To England – With A Recipe
Maybe most of us know that curry has become the national dish of the United Kingdom. As the National Curry…
Encouraging Signs – Blog Report Q3 2018
There are some encouraging signs for the first time in the blog’s history and I can feel perhaps I got…
I Invested In The Queen
I read an article the other day about what would happen if the Queen passed away. I must admit, I…
David Suchet On Stage – A London Theatre Experience
Although I have already been to a concert and to a classical music concert in London, I must admit, I…
English Village Pumps
Alright, alright the title might not be too attractive, but believe me it is worth reading this post (and it…
My First Ghost Story In England
There is something romantic, sentimental and mysterious about ghosts and ghosts stories and almost everybody likes them including myself. I…
Nuffield Place – A humble millionare’s home
I love visiting different places, manor houses, castles, stately homes, grand houses and I am always fascinated by the architecture,…